FAIRMOUNT GARDENS 15 
KIKI (Graves 1951) M. Among the many fine blue iris cre- 
acted by the late Dr. Graves and Edward Watkins, this clear 
blue was selected by them as having distinctive merit. This 
descendant of the iris, Helen McGregor, is a much deeper 
blue with great clarity of color and over all there is a frosty 
sneen that sparkles and glistens in the sunlight. A self of 
deeper tone than Jane Phillips, it has the characteristic touch 
of refinement that Helen McGregor passes on to her pro- 
geny. Today there are many blue iris, but Kiki represents 
a distinct step forward in the breeding of finer blues. 8 to 
10 heavy substanced flowers on sturdy well branched stalks. 
Isl, Wh 2X, Ik Sy TGR; a) ain. $8.00 
LADY ILSE (K. Smith 1951) M. L. An exquisite powder 
blue iris all frilled and ruffled and over all a glistening 
sheen. The tlowers have very firm texture, and the uniform 
color aue to the apsence of venavions adds to its charm. H. M., 
Axe IS: Bis “ZN aha, $10.00 
LADY LOUISE (Graves 1947) M. L. Distinctive in both color 
and pattern, the large, broad ruffled standards of Colonial 
buff (Ridgway) are roundly domed and firmly held by the 
very strong midrib. The falls are iridescent white with a 
clear fluted border of Colonial buff, widening each side of 
the orange beard, and blending in to the slightly deeper 
buff of the styles. The fascinating buds are an added at- 
traction with their olive yellow coloring contrasting strongly 
with the Lime green midrib, and showing plainly the ruff- 
ling of the flowers even in the folded buds. Firm sub- 
stanced flowers, four way branching stalks. H. M., A. I. S. 
1947. 44 in. 3 for $5.60 $2.00 
LATE SNOW (Douglas 1953) L. A most dependable white 
that as the name implies, is a very late flowering variety 
that blooms with Amandine and Extravaganza, thus pro- 
longing the season of white iris in the garden, as well as 
offering great possibilities for breeding. A firmly rather 
tailored flower that comes from Vigil X Themesong, the 
firm substanced blooms are pure white with just a suggest- 
ion of pale yellow in the beard. Tall, with wide branching 
(five branches and terminal) it increases rapidly, and puts 
on a show in the late iris garden picture. 42 in. $8.00 
LAUREL HILL (Davis 1949) M. A full flower with a lighter 
undercolor neatly veined with rosy-Lavender. The Mohr an- 
cestry is shown in the broad well domed blooms and it is a 
good parent for it sets seeds easily. 30 in. $1.50 
LAVISH LADY (Buttrick 1954) M. The name is most de- 
scriptive of this winsome lady for it is a very lavishly 
ruffled flower of Sea lavender violet that is delicate, yet 
fresh in color and is most effective in the garden. An iris 
that is difficult to portray for it has a delectable mauve 
coloring that is not in any measure described by the color 
chart, it must be seen to visualize the beauty of this lovely 
flower. The large broad, well spaced blooms with firm sub- 
stance, make it an iris of unusual charm and refinement. 
I know of nothing quite like it in the light violet tone, and 
it has been admired by Judges and garden visitors for its 
exceptional distinction. H. C. A. I. S. 1952. H. M. A. I. S. 1954. 
38 in. Net $18.00 
LEGIONNAIRE (Watkins-Graves 1953) M. An iris bred by 
Mr. Edward Watkins during his many years of association 
with the late Dr. Graves. An exquisite flower of palest blue 
with a deeper blue flush toward the center and hafts of the 
bloom. The crisp ruffling of the standards and falls gives an 
airy grace that is most delightful, and an added charm is the 
superb branching and long season of bloom. H. C., A. I. S., 
1952. 44 in. $9.00 
LELA DIXON (G. Douglas 1949) E. We need blue plicatas 
that have a clear color pattern, good branching, and sturdy 
stalks that will not blow down at the slightest provocation, 
and this iris meets these requirements. A seedling of Blue 
Shimmer, it has lost the flexible stalk, but kept the color. 
The stalks have excellent branching. 36 in. $2.00 
LYNN LANGFORD (D. Hall 1946) M. The color of this iris 
is most distinctive with its orchid pink tones, enlivened by 
the golden throat and beard .The flower is large, of good 
form, and the color is most pleasing. A lovely iris of charm 
and refinement. H. C., A. I. S. 1945. H. M., A. I. S. 1946. 
AGI AY Ty 5.. 19502 36 1. $1.50 
MAGIC SAILS (Nesmith 1951) E. M. A huge rounded flower 
of very pale blue with especially strong firm substance. A 
cross of Helen McGregor and St. Regis, it has inherited many 
fine qualities from both parents, and has been greatly ad- 
mired by many A. I. S. judges. A self with the exception of 
the beard which is very pale yellow heavily tipped with 
white. The whole slightly ruffled flower has a silvery lustre 
not found in many pale blue iris. The flowering stalk is 
sturdy with good branching, the foliage clean and the 
growth vigorous. H. M., A. I. S. 1951. 38 in. 
3 for $17.00 $7.00 
MARDI GRAS (K. Smith 1952) L. This colorful neglecta is 
deeper than Helen Collingwood and very late flowering. The 
standards are light campanula-violet and the semi-flaring 
falls of velvety dark purple have a brown overlay at the 
haft. Smoothly finished flowers with firm substance and 
excellent branching. 40 in. $12.00 
MARY RANDALL (Fay 1951) M. I’ew iris have created as 
much interest as this deep rose pink self. It is a new break 
in color. The large well formed flowers are heavy sub- 
stanced and are nicely spaced on well branched stalks. Pollen 
fertile and it sets seed in abundance. H. M., A. I. S. 1951 
A. M., A. I. S. 1953. Dykes Medal 1954. 36 in. Net $15.00 
MASKED BALL (Buss 1949) M. A most unusual and attrac- 
tive plicata that has received high praise in the midwest. At 
a distance it gives the impression of a reverse amoena. The 
closely domed standards are heavily flushed and veined with 
deep rich purple while the semi-flaring falls of pure white 
are bordered with the same purple as the standards. Good 
substanced flowers, strong well branched stalks. H. M., A. I. 
SS, Gb, GR) ata, $1.75 
MATTIE GATES (Sass Bros. 1946) M. L. Similar in color 
pattern to the iris Golden Fleece, but much brighter and 
deeper in tone. The standards are lemon chrome; the falls 
have a white center broadly bordered with the same clear 
yellow. A delightful iris with firm wax-like substance. H. M., 
Ave las. 19465 Ace Me Ate loc ODO ao ame $3.00 
MAYTIME (Whiting 1950) M. L. A lilac pink amoena of 
clean fresh coloring. The wide standards are clear orchid 
pink, the broad flaring falls are deeper in tone. A new color 
combination that has won high praise. Good branching and 
monies lal, Nile; ANs dl, fS, TBD: JANG Wl, AX, MG Si TROBE BS: abit 
3 for $20.00 $9.00 
MEDICINE MAN (Graves-Watkins 1952) M. L. It is a large 
rich golden brown of flaring form set off by the orange 
beard. Late blooming with heavy substanced flowers that 
are well spaced on tall exceptionally sturdy stalks, it gives 
an effect of brilliancy not often found in brown iris. It was 
named by Edward Watkins for Dr. Graves as a fitting 
tribute to his many years of medical service in New Hamp- 
shire. 40 in. 3 for $12.00 $5.00 
MELODY LANE (D. Hall 1949) E. Soft golden apricot 
flowers of large size and long form. The heavy and brilliant 
tangerine beard is in sharp contrast to the mellow peach 
tones of the bloom. A new color break in the Hall iris. H. M. 
PX, I Sh TW, ON, Wh A IS, a Skeet $3.50 
MEMORIES (H. E. Sass 1953) M. L. A delightful pink that 
has many fine qualities. The large flowers are heavy sub- 
stanced and widely ruffled with a deeper pink beard that ac- 
centuates the beauty of the bloom. Excellent branching, stur- 
dy stalks and a fine parent. H. M., A. I. S. 1953 36 in. $20.00 
MISS CHRISTINE (Watkins-Watkins 1954) M. Some iris 
depend on color for their beauty, others for perfection of 
form and finish, and this iris is a combination of both. The 
large flowers of rich creamy yellow have broad falls, lightly 
fluted and ruffled The standards are firm and rounded 
with smoothly finished texture. The wonderful mellowness 
of color coupled with the fine form and substance places this 
iris in the front ranks of the modern yellows. A self with 
10 or more flowers on strong especially well branched 
stalks. The first introduction from Edward and Arthur 
Watkins and one of great merit. 39 in. $12.50 
