SALMON and APRICOT BLENDS 
Color Harmonies in Rose, Gold, Peach and Amber 
SUNSET BLAZE (Kleinsorge '48) VE-42” A runner-up for ’53 Dykes. Sensation of AIS 
Annual Convention in Portland in ’49; since then has been sought by Iris lovers in every state. And no won- 
der, for here is a huge golden flame-salmon blend so brilliant it is almost red. Flowers nicely ruffled, with 
falls flaring just enough to bring out the color. Stalks extra tall, widely branched. A very impressive Iris 
one just can’t pass by. Very early. President’s Cup 49; AM’51................. $2.00; 3 for $5.50 
BALLET DANCER (Kleinsorge 49)  EM-38” It is not often that the form of an Iris is so dis- 
tinctive and appealing as to draw visitors from across the garden. But here is a delightful golden apricot 
buff that has such wonderful horizontally-flaring falls that it is at once a focal point of attention of all 
Iris fans within sight of it. As you have probably guessed, the falls stand out like the swirling skirt of a 
ballet danceR. Standards are large, full and closed. Falls are very broad, heavily substanced. HM’49; AM’S2 
=. EChamois’x Cascade'Splendor] :2o.¢ seece enn s eee te ee ceees ecient met eerie erento $1.50 
CASCADE SPLENDOR (Kleinsorge 45) L-40” Tall, magnificent, heavily ruffled, effectively 
mingling pink, gold, apricot and tan. An Iris to stir one’s soul, with flowers cascading down its tall stems 
in unbelievable beauty. Fragrant. AM’47; RU Dykes ’50 - [Mexico x Goldbeater]................. $1.50 
BUFF and BROWN BEAUTIES 
Try These for the Attraction of the Unusual 
AMAZON TAN (Hill-Son '45) ® M | am indeed proud to offer this beautifully formed 
flaring new Iris from Mr Hill. It was so outstanding in the seed bed that many of his friends urged him 
to introduce it. It is a real giant, gorgeous golden tan. Strong stem and vigorous plant with good increase. 
Fully cold hardy in any part of the country. [Prairie Sunset x Hill Seedling of Sandalwood}...... $2.50 
MAXWELTON (Norton ’51) ® M-38” A lovely golden brown self that has received many 
glowing tributes and that is said to be Mr. Norton’s finest introduction. Standards soft golden tan lightening 
to gold at haft. Falls at haft bright metallic gold deepening to tan gold at bottom. A huge flaring flower that 
stands the hot sun well. HM’52 - [Alexia Seedling x Cascade Splendor}...............-....0- $7.50 
ARGUS PHEASANT—1952 Dykes Medal—$2.50 THOTMES III (Kleinsorge ’50) * ML-40” Named for an Egyptian Pharaoh and already fabulous 
in Iris circles. The very latest of the Kleinsorge browns to adorn our garden. A gigantic Iris with extra 
ARGUS PHEASANT (DeForest ’48) * EM-39” An exception- broad falls and heavy texture in a glistening golden brown with an illusive iridescence. Won silver medal at 
ally large flower in bright golden Argus browN that has taken people’s fancy, London Iris Show. Will be in heavy demand for years to come. Better get your order in before stocks are 
From recent President of AIS Jesse Wills: “Argus Pheasant and Pretty exhausted. HM’S1; AM’53 - [Mexico x Kleinsorge 314].............-.+-0+. $7.50; 3 for $20.55 
Quadroon, which attracted so much attention at the Annual meeting in 1948, RUFFLED GEM (Muhlestein ’51) ® ML-36” A lovely iridescent pinkish-buff becoming light 
did well again. | liked them both, but somewhat prefer Argus Pheasant.’’ yellow in the center of falls. Petals edged with a very heavy Chantilly-lace, even heavier than in Chan- 
And from President of The Iris Society of England, H. Randall: “The highest tilly. Beard bright yellow ending in a crest. A very distinctive Iris. Should be useful as a breeder for ruf- 
praise can be given to this smooth brown Iris. It seems to have every fling or pinks. Lots of pollen. {Midwest Gem x Sib to Dream Girl].................00e eee eee $2.50 
Virtue, and | stake my reputation that it will be eagerly sought after in TOBACCO ROAD (Kleinsorge '42) Mi ML-34” Picturesque and different is this attention- 
this country.” Dykes Medal 52 - [Casa Morena x Tobacco Road} $2.50 Ul Se WEEN sa Hs : Gus a fe, golden Ban Falls we, ti horizontal. Seed 
GOLDEN RUSSET (Hall 46) * M-38” Simply enormous, often 7” Parent of Bryce Canyon, Good News and Chamois; pollen parent of Melodist, Your Worship, Pretty Quadroon 
high, falls 9” across a Side out. Buds 6” rane like huge cigars. A and Voodoo. Unsurpassed for hybridizing! HM’44; AM’46 - [Aztec Copper x Y Seedling]......... $1.50 
sumptuous beauty in light golden russet. Able to resist rain and wind. One PRETTY QUADROON (Kleinsorge '48) *H ML-40” One of the very latest advances in the 
to cause every visitor to gasp in amazement. Very fragrant. HM’47; AM’52 wonderful new brown tones. A revelation in lovely color harmonies, and superb beautifully ruffled form. 
— {(Invictus x 438-52) x Golden Eagle}...............00000ee: $2.00 A light coppery brown, smooth and appealing, with a glistening metallic luster and an undertone of ame- 
thyst and gold. A real sensation at one of the recent meetings of the A.I.S. and a variety | predict will 
PRETTY QUADROON—Raffling adds real charm—$5.00 he top-flight for years to come. Be among the first to grow it. HM’48; AM’S0 - {Mexico x Tobacco Road] 
ipoetine iat ware BR a na etree eee Nir sa emanate rect clarion gi eeeedee tai emote ae en $5.00; 3 for $11.25 
VARYING HUES OF ORANGE 
Unheard of in Earlier Days 
_ BENTON LYSANDER (Morris ’52) ®) 42” The latest addition to this exciting new color 
group. A self in a stunning new color—a bright orange-russet. Flowers of fine form and size on very well- 
branched stems. A very attractive Iris that is most decorative in the garden. Imported from England. 
ai ae ere RN Catron aor Ce Mae AC cA dae NE, OE ohn tae coke $10.00; 3 for $27.50 
_ ROYAL SOVEREIGN (Stevens '51) ® ML38” An Iris so exceptional and of such quality 
' that visitors seem to be drawn to it magnetically. A lustrous light golden orange reminding one of the 
California poppy. Sensationally smooth and clean—a true self without a single vein or variation of color. 
Falls very velvety like a rich plush. Standards rigidly held, of taffeta-like texture. Destined to become very 
| popular. HM’53 - {Golden Majesty x (Naranja x Redmayne)}.............. $4.00; 3 for $10.95 
| SUNSET FLAME (Austin 53, Milestone Series) LM-30” A gorgeous blending of rich sunset 
- colors between those of its parents, Orange Flame and Sunset Serenade. Standards rich bronzy orange; 
falls deep orange flushed red, with intricate yellow veining at haft. A large ruffled flower. Attracted the 
__ attention of many visitors. Low branched. A good seed setter with abundant pollen.............. $2.00 
|. GOLD SOVEREIGN (Whiting) *H LM-30” A wonderful orange Iris! Color is much richer and 
deeper than in Orangeman, or Ola Kala. Color is pure and more uniform than in Rocket. An intensely deep 
yellowish-orange that will stand out across your garden like a beacon light. Even the beard is bright 
orange, large, prominent. Garden visitors and flower photographers are drawn to it by the attraction of 
the unusual. Sets seed; profuse quantities of pollen, so holds inviting possibilities to hybridizers. HM’50; 
AMi533—= 01a) KalabxeRockettmtnetullco! of mOppOsiten page srrrrry ssa seene ey enter ener $2.00 
YELLOWS, BRIGHT and DEEP 
Try These with the Wonderful New True Blues 
_ SARAH LESTER (Rees '51) ® EM-42” Just what you need to start off your Iris parade of 
_ colors. Earliest to bloom of the wonderful, large new yellows. A huge flaring flower. Will make a show- 
piece in your garden or on the exhibition bench. Blossoms about 6 inches in height and just as wide. Con- 
tains blood for whites, greens, blends, pinks and yellows. [Easter Sunrise x Prairie Sunset}............ 
SA OER er a ta ant AR ee A Ahn VASO AAAIIS nan REE oy he $4.00; 3 for $10.95 
GOLDEN RUFFLES (laylor ’46) EM-38” Has won numerous regional awards, including gold 
cup for finest specimen in Hollywood Show 1946; 1948 Sweepstakes Winner at Salt Lake City. A wonderful 
clear yellow, wide, smooth, with delightful ruffling giving it appeal such as few Iris possess. AM’49; RU 
Dykes?-50=—> | MarcaretsBond.xaVivactousilmerire meee nsenrcsecter cree terete ie reve een $1.50 
| 26 When you order COLLECTIONS, it will help us to fill your order correctly if you list all 
of the varieties you want, with only one variety to a line. Thank you. 
