SPINDRIFT (Loomis 1944) Each .75 
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 3.00 
Until we saw this gorgeous new variety we rated City of Lin- 
coln the No. | 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. 
STORM KING (Nicholls 1940) Each .75; 3 for 2.00 
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 
3Y feet high. Blooms midseason. 
SUNRAY (Hall 1950) Each 2.00 
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. 
SUNSET BLAZE (Kleinsorge 1948) Each 2.00 
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. Picture on page 37. 
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. 
TAN BOY (Marx 1949) Each 1.50; 3 for 4.00 
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 on page 37. 
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 5.00 
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 1.00 
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. 
THREE SIGNALS (Marx 1954) Each 7.50 
Large smooth violet blue distinguished by a big white blaze on 
each fall just beyond the yellow beard. We know of only one 
other variety, Pinafore Lass, that is anything like this novel 
introduction. The semi-flaring flowers are produced on well 
branched 314 foot stems. Color illustration on back cover. 
TIFFANJA (De Forest 1942) Each .60; 3 for 1.50 
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 1.50 
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. 
TRULY YOURS (Fay 1949) Each 10.00 
Truly one of the most sensational iris ever introduced. The 
inner portions of both standards and falls are golden yellow 
that shades to creamy white toward the outer areas. An im- 
mense flower of utmost ruffling and delightfully crimped 
edges of both standards and falls. Very late. 314 feet. AM 1951, 
DM 1953. 
VANITY FAIR (Hall 1951) Each 7.50 
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 gorgcous 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 1.50 
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. 
1—Ola Kala 
2—Blue Rhythm 
3—Chivalry 
4—Argus Pheasant 
5—Truly Yours 
6—New Snow 
7—Lady Mohr 
8—Elmohr 
9—Blue Shimmer 
10—Pinnacle 
11—Snow Flurry 
12—-Sable 
13—Great Lakes 
14—Amandine 
15—Helen McGregor 
16—Pierre Menard 
17—Desert Song 
18—Minnie Colquitt 
18—Solid Mahogany 
20—Mary Randall 
THE 100 FAVORITE TALL BEARDED IRIS FOR 1955 
According to the FIFTEENTH OFFICIAL SYMPOSIUM, 1954 of the American Iris Society 
21—Wabash 
22—Pink Cameo 
23—Happy Birthday 
24—Bryce Canyon 
25—Chantilly 
26—Mulberry Rose 
27—Pink Formal 
28—Cascade Splendor 
29—Blue Valley 
3 00—Cherie 
3 1—Ranger 
3 2—Lady Boscawen 
3 3—Cahokia 
34—Casa Morena 
35—Rocket 
36—Spanish Peaks 
37—Amigo 
38—Pink Sensation 
39—Dreamcastle 
40—Cloth of Gold 
40—Sunset Blaze 
4 2—Char-Maize 
43—Sable Night 
44—Extravagana 
45—Prairie Sunset 
46—Master Charles 
47—Golden Russet 
48—Zantha 
49—Jane Phillips 
50—Palomino 
5 1—Solid Gold 
5 1—Star Shine 
53—Ballerina 
53—Inca Chief 
53—Thotmes III 
5 6—Firecracker 
57—Black Forest 
58—Gold Sovereign 
59—Cloud Castle 
59—Three Oaks 
ALL PARCEL POST ORDERS SHIPPED PREPAID TO YOUR DOOR 
1954 POPULARITY POLL 
61—China Maid 81—Sylvia Murray 
62—Pretty Quadroon 82—Twilight Sky 
63—Vatican Purple 83—Danube Wave 
84—Party Dress 
64—Grand Canyon 85—Garden Glory 
64—Limelight 86—Ballet Dancer 
66—Berkeley Gold 87—Port Wine 
67—Cloud Cap 88—Staten Island 
67—Distance 89—Katherine Fay 
69—Azure Skies 89—Lothario 
69—Paradise Pink 89—Melody Lane 
69—Tranquility 92—Raspberry Ribbon 
72—Black Hills 93—Frances Kent 
72—Chamois 94—Violet Harmony 
72—Russet Wings 93—Tiffany 
75—Gudrun 96—Gloriole 
75—Lynn Langford 96—Mexico 
75—The Red Douglas 96—Tiffanja 
78—Cordovan 99—Ormohr 
79—Blumohr 100—Easter Bonnet 
80—Indiana Night 100—Rainbow Room 
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