CLOUDCAP—Largest of all Flamingo Pinks—$10.00 
(DeForest '50) tax HM '51; AM '53 $10.00; 
This is one of the most outstanding Flamingo Pinks to be introduced since the 
rise to fame of Cherie and Pink Formal. Already | have reports from six 
states—Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Oregon, California and Tennessee 
—all agree this is the largest, tallest and one of the best tangerine-bearded 
pinks so far. The giant blooms will often measure up to 7 inches. | doubt if 
you have ever seen any Iris this large. Considering that for years most of the 
new pinks have ranged from small to medium-large, this is quite an achieve- 
ment, particularly when you consider that it is a delectable slightly ruffled 
blossom pink, with wide closed standards and broad falls with an enormous 
tangerine-red beard. A remarkable seed setter. Pollen abundant and very 
fertile. Complete pedigree back for several generations, furnished on request 
with every order for Cloudcap. EM-40”. 
STRATHMORE—From England—$10.00 
The most comprehensive listing ever published of the Famous Flamingo and Seashell Pinks, or 
“Pink Buds,” all with tangerine beards in bright red, red-orange or pink. All are presented together so 
you can quickly compare them and select your favorites. And note that these are not from just a few 
hybridizers, but from 14 widely scattered specialists in this field—and yet this whole development has 
taken place during the last 13 years. Hybridizers find it very advantageous to cross different breeding 
lines. Hence, to ald you in getting starts of the various distinct strains of these, | give after each the 
name of the originator. See also 9 Tangerine-bearded Apricots, page 24, and other colors on page 40. 
(Hall 52) 44% Honorable Mention ’52 $15.00; 
A new departure in Flamingos with a color pattern so distinct that it stands out from everything else 
in the garden. Standards coppery pink sharply contrasting with ivory falls prominently bordered in 
coppery amber. Beard rich red, tangerine, bright as a bonfire, wonderfully effective against the ivory 
falls. A huge Iris of such splendid form and substance, and with such a marvelous color effect that 
it will indeed transform any garden. 36”. 
HAPPY BIRTHDAY (Hall ’52) Honorable Mention ’52 $12.00 
Dave Hall has given us more Flamingo Pinks than any other breeder and this is believed to be the 
peer of all his creations. Imagine a flower in the deep rich coloring of Heritage but twice as large. 
Reminds one of the notable varieties, Ballerina and Pink Sensation. More colorful than either of these. 
Flowers are beautifully ruffled and very striking when used in arrangements. Unlike some of the 
Flamingo Pinks, this has lots of vigor and vitality and will form a heavy blooming clump for you in a 
hurry. One you won’t want to miss. Very long blooming season. EM-ML-36”. 
BENTON OPHELIA (Morris 51) &% Bronze Medal ’50 $10.00; 3 for $19.95 
The very latest release from the breeder of the renowned Strathmore. A delicately lovely flower of 
fine size and form. Light, rosy flesh pink deepening at the throat. Falls highlighted by bright apricot 
beard. Falls semi-flaring of great substance, no venations or shading to mar the beauty of this flower. 35”. 
(Muhlestein ’51) x4 HM ’51; RU Award of Merit '53 $10.00; 
Delightful. Most ruffled of all of the Flamingo Pinks. This immediately makes one think of a little 
girl's frilly party dress. The color is actually pinker than the famous Pink Formal. Here you will find 
charm, personality and quality. Reported to be the best new parent for tangerine-bearded pinks that 
is now on the market. It is fertile both ways and its offspring have proved to be remarkably fine. Has 
a long tangerine beard, yields highly colorful and varied beards in its offspring. Every hybridizer should 
have this. Complete pedigree back for several generations, furnished on request with every order 
for Party Dress. ML-34”. 
(Hall '50) sex RU Award of Merit ’53 $10.00; 
The very largest of all of the famous Hall Flamingos. Almost equal to Cloudcap in size and of much 
more flaring form. A lovely light pink with a slight overlay of salmon. Of good form and extra heavy 
substance, it takes the sun surprisingly well. Has proven a splendid parent for large pinks now so 
much in demand. Wonderful blood for rich colorings as it comes from Fantasy x Courtier. M-36”. 
PINK SENSATION (Hall '48) +x HM 50; Award of Merit ’52 $7.50; 3 for $20.55 
| have tested dozens and dozens of the newest Flamingo Pinks and this has turned out to be the 
pinkest of all to date. A true, delicate light pink, without the usual influence of lavender or salmon, 
sporting a bright orange-red beard. A large flower, full and rounded, with novel lacinated petal edges. 
Pinks are always scarce early in the season and this has the distinct advantage of being extremely 
early, actually one of the first Tall Bearded to come into flower. One you need to start off your Iris 
season with excitement. Tops for the hybridizer. VE-33”. 
RADIATION (Hall ’48) 4% HM 48; Award of Merit ’50 $7.50 
A vivid raspberry or orchid pink that has received almost as much acclaim as the world-famous Cherie. 
The beard is of deepest red-tangerine and is set off in a stunning manner by the wonderful apricot glow 
that envelops the heart of the flower. Exceptionally large, with domed standards, semi-flaring falls. 
Liked by everyone because of the brilliance of its coloring. Several prominent judges have described 
this as a finest introduction. An Iris like this will do more for your garden than a dozen ordinary 
sorts. E-32”. 
BALLERINA (Hall 51) + HM '51; Award of Merit 53 $7.50; 3 for $20.55 
From seed of the already world-famous Cherie has come this new, extra large ruffled pink that is very close 
to the last word in these popular flamingo varieties. Petals are wide and thick, the form ideal, remarkably 
lasting. A medium-light tint of pink, with an attractive luster, a deep tangerine-orange beard. Parentage: 
Cherie x Floradora. Fully cold-hardy. Will make your garden right up to date. 36”. 
(Morris '49) 44 $10.00; 
As so many have been eager to learn more about this much-heralded new pink from England, | have 
taken an Ektachrome in natural color and this is reproduced here for you. A beautiful clear light salmon 
pink. A flower of remarkable purity and trueness of coloR. In close harmony with this virtue is an ex- 
ceptionally smooth, precise styling, well shown in the picture. Beard a prominent feature, bright tangerine- 
red. A good seed-setter and pollen parent. Very high among desirable parents in breeding flamingo pinks, 
to bring in fresh blood from overseas. Personally selected by H. M. Queen Mother Elizabeth and named 
for her own home. Now you can have it! EM-32”. 
(Lapham '50) ++ HM '50; AM ’52 $7.00; 
Although the price of this is now down to less than half the introductory price of $15.00, it is still among 
the top few Flamingo pinks. It is certainly one of the very pinkest Iris released to date. A self of sufficient 
intensity and depth of color to have real landscape value. Has a particularly pleasing reddish-tangerine 
beard. Of exceptional value to hybridizers as its family tree includes some of Lapham’s fine reds to give 
brilliance to the offspring. Complete pedigree back for three to five generations furnished on request 
with every order for Paradise Pink. Pleasing spicy fragrance. L-32”. 
PINK FORMAL (Muhlestein '49) z+ AM ’51 RU Dykes 53; Sym. ’53 $6.00 
So outstanding it was the only Flamingo among the runners up for the 1953 Dyke’s Medal. For several 
years, Pink Formal has beeN running Cherie a close race for top position among the pinks. Pink Formal 
has a richer coloring and much heavier substance. Close to pure pink, but slightly on the salmon side 
with intense red-tangerine beard. Probably unsurpassed among pinks in its ability to stand up in the 
wind, rain and sun. | have personally found this to be the most outstanding of all Flamingo Pinks in its 
ability to yield a heavy set of seeds whether used as a seed parent or a pollen parent. A setting of pods 
with this has often been close to 100%. Already proven to pass its many good points on to its children. 
E to L-40”. 
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