MASTER CHARLES (Williamson 1943) Each .75; 3 for 2.00 
A rich refined iris of glowing mulberry purple. And the flaring 
form adds more charm. HM AIS 1944, AM 1946. 
MATTERHORN (J. Sass 1938) Each .60; 3 for 1.50 
For those who want the purest white iris at a reasonable price. 
Large graceful flowers without a trace of foreign color. There 
is no veining on the hafts and even the beard is white. HM 
AIS 1938, AM 1940. 
MATTIE GATES (Sass 1946) Each 3.50 
Sprightly and refreshing and the brightest of the “ice yellows”. 
Something like Golden Fleece but much brighter and clearer 
in color. Large lilting flowers of sparkling lemon yellow with 
a large white blaze on each fall. 3 feet. HM 1946, AM 1950. 
MAYTIME (Whiting 1950) Each 12.00 
Enchanting pink toned amoena and one of the most intriguing 
new things we saw in 1951. Large opulent blooms of two shades, 
standards light orchid pink, falls deeper rosy lilac. Rather late. 
About 3% feet in height. HM 1950. 
MELANIE (Hill 1941) Each .60; 3 for 1.50 
Very close to true pink, this splendid iris of lovely form on tall 
well branched stems is of highest quality. HM 1941. 
MELITZA (Nesmith 1940) Each .60; 3 for 1.50 
A pale flesh pink iris with the unique and flashy tangerine 
beard. At its best in part shade. HM ATS 1940, AM 1942. 
MELLOWGLOW (Whiting 1942) Each 1.50 
One of the finest varieties from the Whiting garden and ac- 
claimed as one of the best blends today. The ruffled flowers 
are peach or apricot tinted pink with a conspicuous beard. A 
gorgeous creation. HM AIS 1942. 
MEXICO (Kleinsorge 1943) Each 1.00 
Rich and colorful is this huge variegated blend. Golden bronze 
standards and brick red falls edged golden amber. Massive in 
plant and flower and a most imposing iris. HM AIS 1944. 
MIDWEST GEM (H. Sass 1937) Each .60; 3 for 1.50 
Large buff and pink blend of unusually heavy substance, the 
edges of the falls intensely ruffled. HM 1937. 
MING YELLOW (Glutzbeck 1938) Each .75; 3 for 2.00 
An enormous flower and the largest yellow we grow. Smooth 
color, excellent substance and a heavy orange beard make this 
a most worthwhile variety. HM AIS 1938, AM 1941. 
MINNIE COLQUITT (H. Sass 1942) Each 1.00; 3 for 2.50 
One of the most striking new plicatas we have seen. Entirely 
different, the immense flowers are white with wine purple 
borders. A robust grower. HM AIS 1943, AM 1945. 
MIRROR LAKE (Muhlestein 1947) Each 1.00 
A lovely clear blue that always evokes much admiration. De- 
lightful flaring flowers poised on tall well branched stems. A 
new variety deserving much more attention. 
MISTY GOLD (Schreiner 1943) Each 1.00 
A beauty done in refreshing lemon yellow and white. Might 
be described as a better Elsa Sass as the colors are brighter and 
clearer. Very lovely. HM AIS 1945. 
MOONLIGHT MADONNA (J. Sass 1943) Each .75; 3 for 2.00 
Like Elsa Sass but with brighter color, larger flowers and better 
form. A very beautiful iris. HM 1943, AM 1945. 
MOONLIGHT SONATA (Stevens 1946) Each 3.00 
Many fine iris have come from New Zealand and this enchant- 
ing iris is no exception. A soft sulphur yellow, not brilliant, 
but sleek and smoothly finished. In addition the petals are 
uniquely serrated. Semi-flaring flowers on 3 foot stems. Late. 
MOROCCO ROSE (Loomis 1937) Each .60 
A large rose pink iris that has been in heavy demand. One of 
our most popular varieties. 
MOUNT TIMP (Muhlestein 1945) Each .75 
The first plicata to bloom and ideal for foreground planting. 
Flowers are very large and certainly among the prettiest of all 
the rose trimmed plicatas. It has attracted much attention here. 
MRS, J. L. GIBSON (Gibson 1930) Each .60; 3 for 1.50 
Another most desirable near black variety. Large deep blue 
purple flowers of velvety texture and heavy substance. We like 
it very much. DM England 1949. 
MULBERRY ROSE (Schreiner 1941) Each .75; 3 for 2.00 
Well described by the name, this marvelous iris adds a new 
color to the iris spectrum. The color is enhanced by the brown 
hafts and bronze beard. HM AIS 1943, AM 1944. 
MYSTIC MELODY (Stevens 1951) Each 7.50 
We are strongly attracted by this alluring and beautiful iris. 
On the order of Pinnacle but more of a blend than a bicolor. 
Standards are soft cream, falls rich butter yellow. Nicely formed 
flowers on well branched 40 inch stems. Midseason. HM 1952. 
MUSKETEER (Marx 1952) Each 3.00 
One of the largest iris in existence. Beautiful molded flowers 
with exceptionally good substance and texture, qualities rarely 
seen in the giant iris, but so necessary to maintain a pleasing 
appearance. A warm blended self of golden tan with just 
enough purple to give the entire bloom the faintest rosy hue. 
Stems are strong and well branched. 44 inches. Late midseason. 
NEW SNOW (Fay 1946) Each 2.00 
We believe this is the most beautiful white iris on the market. 
The big ruffled flowers are purest white except for the bright 
yellow beard. An exhibition variety of unusual loveliness in 
flower arrangements. Stems are rather short branched. 40 
inches. Midseason. HM AIS 1946, AM 1948. 
OLA KALA (J. Sass 1943) Each 1.00; 3 for 2.50 
One of the very finest deep yellow iris. In fact it is almost 
pure orange. Dykes Medal 1948. 
OLD PARCHMENT (Kleinsorge 1939) Each .60; 3 for 1.50 
Splendid large iris lightly tinted buff or creamy tan. Most 
striking and beautiful when planted in front of evergreen 
shrubbery. HM AIS 1940, AM 1941. 
ORELIO (DeForest 1947) Each 1.50 
Bright brownish red distinct from others of this color. The 
big flowers possess good form and substance. Well branched 
3 foot stems. A Casa Morena seedling. HM AIS 1948. 
ORMOHR (Kleinsorge 1937) Each .60; 3 for 1.50 
One of the largest iris in existence. The rounded flowers are 
light lavender with rather inconspicuous violet veining. A tall 
Wm. Mohr seedling and a good grower. HM AIS 1939. 
PAGEANTRY (Marx 1952) Each 2.00 
A large variegata blend that will add a striking color note in 
your garden. Massive flowers of broad flaring form are perfectly 
spaced on superbly branched stems. Standards are near mustard 
yellow, the wide falls near garnet red with practically no vein- 
ing on the hafts. Heavy bronze beard that extends out on the 
fall. 42 inches. Late midseason. 
PALLIDA VARIEGATA Each .75 
Often called the Zebra Iris because of the striped green and 
yellow leaves. Flowers are of medium blue but the plant with- 
out blooms is a bright ornamental garden subject. Scarce. 
PALOMINO (Hall 1952) Each 15.00 
We first saw this marvelous creation in 1951 the year before 
introduction labeled Seedling No. 49-26. Its beauty and unique 
color simply enthralled us. Falls are ivory white with a buffy 
apricot border. Standards are pinkish buff. The large blooms 
are highlighted by a flaming orange beard. From the Flamingo 
Pink line of breeding this super iris will delight every iris lover. 
Simply breathtaking under artificial light. HM AIS 1952. 
PARTY DRESS (Muhlestein) Each 10.00 
One of the clearest light flamingo pinks. Like Pink Cameo this 
iris possesses the desirable qualities of a good garden plant. An 
easy doer, rapid of increase and always a profusion of lovely 
ruffled flowers in season. Sure to be popular after many of its 
present day competitors are forgotten. 
PATRICE (DeForest 1945) Each .75 
Very large refined plicata and rated highly everywhere. Creamy 
standards flushed rosy lavender, falls white trimmed rosy 
brown. Tall stems, splendid branching and strictly first class on 
all other counts. HM AIS 1946. Picture on page 32. 
PEPPER (Marx 1950) Each 1.00; 3 for 2.50 
One of the most interesting yellow ground plicatas we have 
seen. This hybrid is one-eighth Oncocyclus contributed by its 
parent, Suez. Standards are soft creamy yellow with a wide 
border of light reddish purple. Falls are deeper yellow, bor- 
dered ruddy crimson. Entire flower is delightfully ruffled and 
possesses tremendous substance. A prodigious bloomer and a 
strong grower ideal for foreground planting because of its 
height which does not exceed 30 inches. 
PIERRE MENARD (Faught 1948) Each 5.00 
The finest medium blue iris to date and a definite advance 
in the darker blues. Flowers are of massive size with broad 
falls, ruffled and semi-flaring. Stems are strong with 3 way 
branching. We predict tremendous popularity for this superb 
iris. 40 inches. HM AIS 1948, AM 1950. 
PINK CAMEO (Fay 1941) Each 1.50 
Though not large this new pink exhibits clear and exceptionally 
fine color comparable to the highest priced pink varieties. Ex- 
cellent growing habits and a rapid increaser. HM AIS 1946, 
AM 1948. Picture on page 37. 
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