SHANNOPIN (Pillow 1940) Each .75 
A near amoena on the order of Marquita. Soft cream stand- 
ards and rose falls. A pretty iris that we like immensely. The 
heavy demand forced us to withdraw it from our list last 
year in order to increase stock. 
SHARKSKIN (Douglas 1942) Each .75; 3 for 2.00 
An immense handsome new white iris. Leathery substance and 
purity of color are outstanding features of this spectacular 
flower. Quite early. HM 1943, AM 1946. 
SHARON KAY (DeForest 1946) Each 1.25 
In the same color class as Dreamcastle and Harriet Thoreau 
but of warmer tone. Large oval flowers of pinkish lilac on 3 
foot stems. Exquisite for indoor decoration. 
SHINING WATERS (Essig 1933) Each .60; 3 for 1.50 
Perhaps not quite as blue as Great Lakes but a splendid light 
blue iris nevertheless and still in consistent demand. A trifle 
tender in severe climates. 
SIERRA BLUE (Essig 1932) Each .60; 3 for 1.50 
A spectacular medium blue iris of large flaring form attaining 
great height, sometimes over 5 feet. Winner of the Dykes 
Medal in 1935. 
SKY CHIEF (Marx 1950) Each 1.00; 3 for 2.50 
Majestic and towering this lofty giant is ideal for the back- 
ground. The immense elegantly formed flowers are soft blue 
with unique silver margins. Most effective when planted with 
yellows or whites. Ideal three way branched stems about 41% 
feet high. A Great Lakes seedling. 
SNOQUALMIE (Brehm 1938) Each .60; 3 for 1.50 
If you are looking for a topnotch pure cream iris to plant 
with others, especially the reds and blues, this one is hard to 
beat. A superior variety of excellent habits and a rapid 
increaser. 
SNOW FLURRY (Rees 1939) Each 1.00 
For sheer grace and charm of the individual flower no other 
variety can match this huge yet dainty blue white iris. Both 
the standards and falls are delightfully ruffled and on opening 
the flowers are pale blue fading to bluish white by the second 
day. Truly a classic iris. 
SOLID GOLD (Kleinsorge 1951) Each 12.00 
There are many fine yellow iris available today and this one 
is without question the finest, purest, deep yellow of them all. 
Huge, rich flowers of ideal form and texture, perfect placement 
on 40 inch stems are manifested by this topnotcher. Every iris 
lover will acquire it sooner or later. Very limited stock. 
SOLID MAHOGANY (J. Sass 1944) Each 1.00 
As the name implies a rich mahogany red self of large size 
and perfect form. A magnificent variety. HM AIS 1944, AM 
1947. Picture on page 40. 
SPINDRIFT (Loomis 1944) Each 1.00 
Among the first of the sensational new pinks to be offered and 
at a price now that most can afford. Medium sized flowers 
of deep seashell pink with contrasting orange beard. A highly 
acclaimed iris. HM AIS 1945. 
STATEN ISLAND (K. Smith) Each 4.00 
Until we saw this gorgeous new variety we rated City of Lin- 
coln the No. 1 variegata. Like the older variety in every detail 
except that the coarse veining on the hafts, so objectionable 
to many, has been eliminated in Mr. Smith’s stunning new 
iris. HM 1948, AM 1951. Picture on page 29. 
STORM KING (Nicholls 1940) Each 1.00; 3 for 2.50 
Very smooth blackish purple flowers of massive size and flaring 
falls. Differs from Sable in that it is a red toned in place of a 
violet toned black iris. A marvelous variety and a late bloomer. 
HM 1941. 
SUNLIT CLOUD (Marx 1950) Each 1.00; 3 for 2.50 
A magnificent giant that reflects all the glorious tints which 
seemingly kindle a sunset cloud. The color combination defies 
description. Copper red with just a suggestion of pink conveys 
some idea of this colorful blend. Well branched stems about 
3 feet high. Blooms midseason. 
SUNRAY (Hall 1950) Each 3.00 
Ruffled light yellow with a sheen rarely apparent in yellow 
iris. Flowers of excellent substance come on well branched 
3 foot stems. Fast increaser. HM AIS 1951. 
SYLVIA MURRAY (Norton 1944) Each 1.00 
Popular silvery blue possessing much charm and refinement. 
Large flaring flowers on strong well branched stems. Early to 
midseason. HM AIS 1946, AM 1949. 
SUNSET BLAZE (Kleinsorge 1948) Each 2.50 
Well named this new giant is simply magnificent in its blazing 
glory. A brilliant reddish copper blend, close to red under 
some lights, that fairly dazzles in the sun. One of Dr. Klein- 
sorge’s finest introductions to date. 40 inches. HM AIS 1949, 
AM 1951. 
TAN BOY (Marx 1949) Each 2.00; 3 for 5.00 
Elegant light bronze self. The standards are old bronze and 
the falls a shade lighter and brighter. The massive, lightly 
ruffled flowers are perfectly placed on superbly branched 
stems about 38 inches high. Excellent substance and texture 
are outstanding features. Rather late. Picture page 40. 
TEA ROSE (Whiting 1944) Each .75; 3 for 2.00 
A warm pleasing copper pink blend of excellent habits. Es- 
pecially delightful in large clumps. HM 1945. 
TECHNICOLOR (Whiting 1950) Each 7.50 
Brilliant red self and one of the very best in this color class. A 
seedling from Garden Glory X Rocket. Midseason. HM 1950. 
THE RED DOUGLAS (J. Sass) Each .75; 3 for 2.00 
An immense deep wine red iris, elegant in its radiant color 
and polished finish. A solid color with no haft venation to 
mar its beauty. Won the Dykes Medal in 1941. One of the most 
spectacular iris. 
THE SHOWMAN (Muhlestein 1950) Each 2.00 
A gorgeous deep copper red self with velvety smooth finish. 
About the brightest iris we have seen in this color. Large well 
formed flowers on 3 foot stems. Late midseason to late. 
THREE OAKS (Whiting 1943) Each 1.00 
Beautiful copper toned rose pink blend. Massive flowers with 
broad falls. Truly a magnificent iris. HM AIS 1945, AM 1949. 
TIFFANJA (DeForest 1942) Each .75; 3 for 2.00 
A plicata of softest colors. Standards are very light buff, falls 
light cream bordered with golden brown stippling. Nicely 
formed flowers and splendid substance. Highly recommended. 
HM AIS 1944, AM 1946. 
TIFFANY (H. Sass 1938) Each .60; 3 for 1.50 
This intensely ruffled yellow plicata is one of our favorites. 
Both standards and falls are heavily flushed deep rose pink. 
Large crisp flowers that make this a most distinctive plicata. 
HM AIS 1939, AM 1943. 
TOBACCO ROAD (Kleinsorge 1942) Each 2.00 
There is nothing like this fine iris and it has been acclaimed 
both in this country and abroad as one of the very best crea- 
tions from Dr. Kleinsorge. The entire flower is a golden tobacco 
brown. Substance unusually good. The wide falls extend hori- 
zontally. A topnotcher in all respects. HM AIS 1941, AM 1946. 
TOP SAILS (Marx 1952) Each 1.00; 3 for 2.50 
About the tallest iris we have ever grown. Average height is 
about 5 feet but we have actually measured stems up to 6 feet. 
Color is cream with standards a shade deeper. The flowers are 
extra large of semi-flaring form on slender rather high branched 
stems. The lush foliage is especially attractive and extremely 
resistant to the annoying leaf spot. The arching of the leaves 
in fountain like fashion offers altogether a splendid iris ideal 
for background planting or in front of evergreen shrubbery. 
Midseason. 
VANITY FAIR (Hall 1951) Each 10.00 
Smooth, clear pink that comes into bloom very late. Lots of 
color with a fiery tangerine beard. A Cherie X Fantasy seed- 
ling. 3 feet. 
VATICAN PURPLE (Whiting 1943) Each 1.00 
A notable newcomer to the oldest color class in iris. Quality 
radiates from this gorgeous blue toned purple and if you 
think purple iris are all alike there is a big surprise in store 
for you. HM AIS 1943. 
VISION FUGITIVE (Wareham 1942) Each 2.00 
Refreshing and cool describes the impression created by this 
large creamy iris. There also appears to be the faintest sugges- 
tion of olive green especially in the centers. Blooms possess 
superior substance and the plant is a vigorous grower. Lovely 
and different from other creams. 
WABASH (Williamson 1936) Each .60; 3 for 1.50 
One of the most popular of all iris due to its striking color con- 
trast combination unequaled by any other variety. A true 
amoena with pure white standards and dark violet falls with 
light borders. There is nothing else like it. Won the Dykes 
Medal in 1940. Picture on page 32. 
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