AUTUMN PRINCE % Gold beard and veining. $1.00 
Standards delicate cream. Falls contrasting smoky violet. 25”. 
AUTUMN ELF (Brown '35) xk + Honorable Mention '36 75¢ 
Re-bloomed repeatedly through summer & fall in originator’s garden in Massachusetts. 
One of the best proven summer & fall bloomers for cold climates. Delightful flower with 
pale olive green standards, lavender falls with cream edge. Dainty, fragrant. M-15”. 
FALL BEAUTY (Weed '41) Heavy and dependable re-bloomer. E-34”. 15¢ 
Standards a blend of lilac, bronze, buff. Falls semi-flaring, bright red violet, edged bronze. 
SANGREAL (Sass '35) %% - Approaches an everbloomer. EM-24’. T5¢ 
After blooming normally in the spring, Sangreal gave me the heaviest summer bloom 
of any bearded Iris last summer. A large part of the rhizomes in a long row bloomed all 
thru Aug., with some fall bloom, too. Attractive light yellow self with deep yellow veins. 
Autumn Blooming DWARFS 
OLIVE EVA (Christensen ’51) % HM’51 Consistent re-bloomer $2.00 
One of the first blended variegatas in a true Dwarf. Standards pale yellow, flushed lilac. 
Falls red-violet, tipped yellow. Should be useful in breeding new colors in Dwarfs. E-4”. 
GREEN GODDESS (Weed '39) kx $1.50 
Creamy white with pronounced greenish cast—in fact one of the greenest dwarfs that 
I list. Though a real midget, only 4” high, it has flowers among largest of Dwarfs, often 
over 4” across. An extremely heavy, persistent bloomer, not only flowering in the spring, 
but often also in fall, and even in winter where climate permits. EE-4”. 
PAPOOSE (Wayman '37)*% Done in Indian colors. EE-6”. $1.00 
One of most persistent bloomers of all Dwarfs. Long spring bloom, plus 3 months fall 
bloom. Standards fawn & buff, flushed red from base. Falls mahogany red, edged buff. 
BLUE MASCOT x One of a new race of superior Dwarfs. 75¢ 
Very large flowers, yet only 4” high. Charming lilac-blue re-bloomer. 
SOUND MONEY (Sass '34) HM ’36, Caparne Award '50 (Highest for Dwarfs) 15¢ 
A fine low-growing Pumila hybrid; will make a carpet of bright yellow. EE-4”. 
Older Autumn Bloomers for only 60c each on page 17. 
Winter-Blooming STYLOSAS or Unguicularis 
USES and BLOOMING TIME: No other Iris is so indispensable in the garden, for these bloom from 
October to March, when there are so few other Iris or other flowers to gladden your heart. Perfect for 
bright spots of color in your garden, and for cutting for winter decoration of the mantel and dining table. 
Different ones excell at different times, so get a number of color forms. 
NATIVE HABITAT: Algeria, Greece, Asia Minor and Northern Syria. 
CULTURE and HARDINESS (in brief): Grows in any soil, preferably in sun, or only partial shade. Will 
bloom off and on all winter between snowstorms. But in very cold climates best grown in pots, a cold 
frame or greenhouse for abundant flowers. 
SHIPPING and PLANTING TIME: Only in fall, when new root growth is starting. Order now. 
CLUMPS: Available as explained under Siberians. — 
BRIDAL PINK STYLOSA «%»% A real rarity. $6.00; clump, $12.00 
So scarce | have not been able to catalog this since 1951. | do so now after many requests. 
A pale orchid pink, so clear and lovely it could fittingly be used in a bridal bouquet. The 
most charming stylosa | grow. Flowers massed above the very low foliage. 4”. 
LARGE FLOWERED STYLOSA xxx , $2.50; clump, $5.00 
Flowers often 4 to 5 inches across, nearly twice the size of common form. Bright lavender 
blue, with deep yellow signal. Very fragrant. An exclusive offering, so much in demand | 
recently had to withdraw it and may have to do so again. You'll be delighted with this 
improved variety. Stunning in a flat dish for winter table decoration. 
WHITE STYLOSA (Alba) Pure white with a deep yellow signal. Rare. $2.00 
MARBLED STYLOSA » Most unusual. $1.75 
Clear lilac, marbled dark lilac in varying degrees. 
COMMON STYLOSA _ 60¢; Clump $1.20; 5 Clumps $4.95 
Common lavender-blue form, used chiefly for massing. 
“The two parcels of Irises sent by oo have reached me in good condition. The rhizomes 
were the biggest I have ever received, Thank you very much.”’ Victor Jacob, Charbonnieres, 
France. 
Older DWARFS—50c each—Fine for Massing 
3 Alike for $1.25— Any 6 varieties for $2.75—Any 12 for $4.95 
For a whole page of newer and finer Dwarfs see next page 
© = Choicest varieties, especially recommended 
© BLUE BEARD—Marbled white and lilac. 10’. PRAIRIE GEM—Fine large intense yellow. 9”. 
© BUZZER—Dark blue lilac and wine. 5”. PUC K—Stunning blackish violet. 12”. 
CREAM TART—Frosty yellow, red tart. 9”. REFLECTION —Early medium blue. 5”. 
CURIOSIT Y—Green-yellow, overlaid violet. 8". €9SAPPHIRE—Dark mulberry, black veins. 6”. 
DELPHA DEANE— Pretty yellow bitone. 11”. SERPOLETTE —Ivory standards, soft violet falls. 5” 
ELF—Velvety reddish wine. 9”. @SILVER ELF—Creamy silver and mulberry. 11”. 
FAIR Y—White, marbled purple. 6”. S$ YRA—Blackish mulberry bitone. 8”. 
GOLD SPRITE—Tiny light yellow. 8”. THE GREAT SMOKIES—Buff-black mulberry 
K EEPSAKE— Popular yellow, orange beard. 10”. bitone...9”. 
LA TULIPE—Novel bright yellow. 8”. ©TINY TONY—Rich mulberry red. 7”. 
©L1DO—Large lilac and blackish violet. 11”. VERDUN —Reddish mulberry, yellow beard. 9”. 
LITTLE ELSA—Long bloom. Cream & yellow. 8”. VIOLET PRINCE—Dark burgundy, lilac border. 
MAROCAIN—Striking dark violet bitone. 4’. 8”. ; 
MAUVE MiIST—Large misty-mauve. 9”. YELLOW FRILLS—Finest frilly yellow. 10”. 
© MIGNONETTE-—Lilac-blue and cream. 9’. YLO—Sparkling bright yellow. 8”. 
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USES and BLOOMING SEASON: These are the most useful of all Bearded Iris for “Surprise Plantings” 
in mild climates, for they burst into bloom most unexpectedly in mid-winter, and their foliage is prac- 
tically evergreen. In cold climates most are likely to bloom in early spring, with the Intermediates, thus 
materially lengthening your Tall Bearded blooming season. Try a few of these this year and see what you 
have been missing. 
CULTURE, SHIPPING and PLANTING TIMES: Same as for Tall Bearded, page 20. 
HARDINESS: Cold hardy except December Royalty needs mulching in cold regions. 
WINTER FLAME (Austin '53) xxx $12.50; 3 for $24.95 
| am pleased to present what | believe is the largest, finest red Winter bloomer available 
today. Persists in blooming each year in December or January or both, as well as in spring. 
Standards smooth light wine red; falls velvety crimson with faint violet signal and dis- 
tinctive light center line; also, novel light buff edging. Heavily branched, with up to 20 
buds, and 5 flowers out at once on each stalk. Heavy seed-setter. Will lead the parade of 
Winter Bloomers. E-32”. 
PINK PINAFORE (Austin '52) xxx $10.00; 3 for $19.95 
A charming large pink plicatA. Has delighted us by blooming first in spring and then again 
between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Standards with light yellow ground, so completely 
flushed and delicately lined as to appear orchid-pink. Falls wavy, heavily stippled and 
lined orchid-pink except in center, edged gold. Tall for a Winter bloomer, with simply 
superb branching starting about 10”. Probably the only Winter-blooming pink plicata in 
existence and one | am using in my crossing. EM-34”. 
DECEMBER ROYALTY (Austin '51) xx $9.00; 3 for $17.95 
After putting on a bountiful display in the spring, this starts again in late November or 
early December and, if weather permits, keeps blooming till Christmas. For several years 
now, a huge bouquet of December Royalty has vied with our Christmas tree for attention. 
A large bold flower in brilliant royal purple, darkening to intense wine-black in the upper 
half of the velvety falls. Noteworthy for its smooth satiny hafts unmarred by the veinings 
so common to most varieties. Outstanding for its wonderful poise, substance and finish. 
The tall stalks sometimes have 15 to 20 flowers, hence, ideally constituted to cut in the 
bud stage before frosts get too severe, for almost unbelievable winter bouquets. Unex- 
celled as a parent, transmitting its admirable traits to its offspring. In cold regions needs 
protection, such as afforded by cold frames to secure December blooms. E-34”. 
“Everyone liked December Royalty. It is a fine addition to our too few good deep purples,” 
Edith R. Lowry, Newton, Mass. 
SPRINGTIME MADONNA (Milliken '49) O $2.00; 3 for $3.95 
A symphony in cream and gold; perhaps the loveliest of all of my winter-blooming Bearded 
Iris. If you live where the winters are relatively warm, this is likely to bloom for you in 
Dec., Jan., or Feb. A creamy-yellow self with a bright gold edge to both standards and 
falls. Deep gold reticulations add a beautiful highlighting effect. VE-34”. 
ARCADIA BUTTERCUP (Milliken '47) %% ( Honorable Mention '48 $1.50; 3 for $3.95 
An exquisite deep golden yellow self, with exceptional life and sparkle. In mild climates 
it will be your pride and joy and will shower you with beautiful golden blossoms from mid- 
winter on through the regular Iris season. Flower nicely formed with arched standards 
and flaring falls; substance excellent. Try it for a profusion of Winter bloom. E-30’. 
TOURNAMENT QUEEN (Milliken '46) kx O $1.50; 3 for $3.95 
Most popular variety in this amazing group of winter bloomers, as it has a happy combi- 
nation of color, size, form and unusual texture. A luscious bright fuchsia-toned Iris with 
stiff flaring falls with a spread of 7 inches or more. Texture and lustre like closely-woven 
nylon, with petals flexed enough so portions of them are always highlighted. Prominent 
chartreuse styles add interest to color sheme. A vigorous grower. Very fragrant. VE-36”. 
ALTA ROSA (White 37) * © A tall, nicely-branched Oncobred. $1.50; 3 for $3.95 
Under favorable conditions this will bloom for 4 months, from Nov. to Feb. A rich rosy- 
lavender blended with warm bronze. Large flowers of aristocratic form. EE-48”. 
GOOD SIR (White 143) cx $1.50 
Large & attractive. Golden bronze standards, flaring light crimson falls edged bronze. Of 
exceptional form, substance, carriage. Try it for arrangements, Nov. to Feb. VE-36”. 
BEL-AIR (Milliken '47) * _ $1.50 
Outstanding large ruffled clear violet blue on tall well-branched stems. The ruffling gives 
the coloring highlights and depths which give a fascinating charm. 30”. 
RUSSIAN BRONZE (Milliken 46) x%x% CO A very superior flower. $1.25 
Dependable long-season winter bloomer. Where climate permits, will bloom every week 
from late fall till early spring. Golden tawny standards; deep maroon falls. VE-30". 
FIANCEE (Fremont '39) % Dwarf Symposium ’53 $1.00 
A large white dwarf that usually starts its long blooming season in early February. In- 
terestingly marked with prominent olive green veins at haft. VE-6”. 
BLUE RIVER (Milliken '41) Enticingly fragrant 15¢ 
A te clear ae medium blue with a harmonizing pale blue beard. VE-36”. 
IRIS for DECEMBER Church Decorations 
When your garden reaches the point where you can furnish your church with a lavish 
floral display of IRIS in December, you will, without question, rank as an Iris fancier. It’s 
not so difficult. In spite of heavy digging in our garden to fill orders, and the sending out of 
many of the best rhizomes, we arranged the local church decorations on December 9 using 
several hundred stalks of over 50 Iris varieties. It was when the Autumn bloomers were 
ending and the winter bloomers were starting. Outstanding were Lady Moon, Joseph's 
Mantle, Winter Flame, Sally Ann, Autumn Delight and Pink Pinafore. Even Autumn 
Twilight, which had been blooming for 4 months, had one stalk left! Now you try it 
“My order from you arrived last month. The rhizomes were beautiful and as fresh as if they'd just been dug, in spite of traveling through a record heat wave. 15 
Many thanks.’’—Mrs. W. H. Wilkerson, Houston, Texas. 
