IRIS 
SHILKA 
(Vesper Iris) 
The graceful fili- 
gree of the branches 
of these Vesper Iris is studded with 
from one to two hundred jewel-like 
flowers, truly a mammoth bouquet. 
The delicately colored blossoms, 
which at a distance resemble a mul- 
titude of gorgeous butterflies at rest 
with motionless outstretched wings, vary in color, 
including such hues as translucent lavender with 
markings of mahogany, lemon, copper and or- 
ange-brown. The Shilka Iris, which are exceed- 
ingly easy to grow, bloom for a month during 
July and August when flowers are scarce. Vesper 
Iris resist both severe cold and intense heat with 
impunity. Be the first in your locality to grow 
this unique Iris. $1.95 per 5; $3.50 per 10. 
IRIS RETICULATA 
(Bulbous) 
This lovely species is one of the treasures of the gar- 
den or rock garden. It can be described as a small form 
of the Dutch Iris, or Spanish Iris. Its main value lies in 
the fact that it can be forced into bloom in the house 
with the greatest ease. Six or eight bulbs put into a 4 or 
5 inch pot when received, will bloom about Christmas 
time. The fragrant blooms remind one of a bunch of 
fresh Violets. Perfectly hardy with reasonable protection. 
It is one of the loveliest early flowering bulbs for the 
rockery. $1.00 per doz.; $7.25 
per 100. 
ENGLISH IRI 
(Bulbous) 
This magnificent mixture 
Shilka 
ee a 
Iris 
Reticulata 
and contains all the choicest var 
which can possibly be had in these 
bulbous Iris. They should be planted 
as soon after receiving them as pos- 
sible for best results. They prefer 
the more moist and heavier soils, and 
should have good drainage. The 
blooms of the English Iris are con- 
sidered to be the finest of any in the 
Iris class, and each individual bloom 
is strikingly beautiful. As cut flowers 
they are unsurpassed. We are offer- 
ing them in a fine mixture of colors. 
$1.65 per doz.; $12.00 per 100. 
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of bul 
Iris has been developed at our nurseries, 
Iris. They bloom in our latitude about the 
early part of July, and come after all other 
DUTCH IRIS om 
A new and early flowering race coming into bloom just 
after the Tulips are gone. The flowers are large, resembl- 
ing Orchids, and are distinctive ‘and brilliant in color. Flow- 
ers are of heavy texture and when cut have wonderful 
keeping qualities. Bulbs should be planted in the fall, 5 
inches deep, in well drained soil, with a light protection 
after freezing weather sets in. Offered at new low prices. 
Doz. 100 
SAX BLUE. 28 in. Rich dark blue with a dis- 
tinctive yellow blotch, very large ....... $1.00 $7.00 
LEMON QUEEN. 28 in. New lovely pure 
lemonryellow Ri citdets: con sated sors o et era eae 1.10- 7.50 
WHITE EXCELSIOR. 22 in. Uniform pure 
white falls, very broad, of good form and 
substatcege ae a ae Ara ae mee eer 1.005 47.50 
MIXED DUTCH IRIS. All colors mixed .. .80 6.00 
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