MY HARDY MOUNTAIN-GROWN STOCK 
| send you large, husky rhizomes freshly dug from my gardens just before shipping to you—not battered, half-dried-up 
plants that have been stored in bins. My nursery is in the mountains of Northern California at an elevation of nearly 3,000 
feet. My stock is all grown out of doors. The nursery is often under snow; ground remains frozen for months at a time. So 
my stock is fully winter-conditioned, which not only hardens it for growth in any state, but puts it through a conditioning 
process, making the rhizomes more floriferous—practically every rhizome has a pre-formed flower bud. Most kinds of 
Iris are perfectly hardy—in fact, many of the varieties | grow originated in New England or Canada. If there are a few 
Kinds you are in doubt about for your locality, you can easily grow most of them out-of-doors with adequate mulching 
or soil covering; or indoors in pots, window boxes, or a cold frame. My MANUAL tells how. Iris are not particular as 
to texture of soil and most thrive whether you have sandy soil, loam or clay. 
I Supply Rare Iris To Flower Lovers Throughout 
The Civilized World 
| get requests for my informative catalog from all parts of the world. Last year | sent my catalog to Iris lovers in 
45 different foreign countries, as follows: Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canary Islands, Chile, China, 
Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, Egypt, England, France, Germany, Guatemala, Holland, Honduras, Isie of Man, India, Indo- 
nesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Lebanon, Mexico, Netherlands East Indies, New Zealand, Panama, Peru, 
Philippine Islands, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Scotland, Siam, Union of South Africa, Southern Rhodesia, Spain, Sumatra, 
Sweden, Switzerland, Tasmania, Turkey and Wales. 
“WORLD'S FINEST RHIZOMES of the Best Varieties in Existence” 
| realize fully that the above is such a strong claim that some may at first take it with “a grain of salt.” But after 
the flood of voluntary testimonials | receive each year, | feel that | am fully justifed in using this slogan to effectively 
bring to your attention the really superb quality of my stock, and the very choice selection of varieties that | have 
assembled for you from all parts of. the world. But really, words are quite inadequate in conveying such things to you. 
A trial order will serve much better to prove to you that you have at last found the one best place to get Iris of all 
types. Read the spontaneous opinions of people at great distances, and nearby, who have received Iris from me. My 
packing methods insure safe arrival in any part of the world. 
FROM SOUTH AUSTRALIA (Across the Equator) 
“The Iris arrived in good order and nicely packed. Just about every one has made really good growth already, 
and it is only two months since they crossed the equator.’’ Royce D. Spinkston, Adelaide, South Australia. 
FROM SOUTH AFRICA (Half way around the world) E s 
“The Iris have all arrived safely here in George, South Africa. They are such fine roots, received in excellent 
condition. I am delighted to have them.’’ G. V. Scholtz, ‘‘Lingen,’’ Heatherlands, George, South Africa. 
FROM CANADA (Where it’s cold) ; 
“I am wholly delighted with the wonderful iris rhizomes I received from you. Who could be otherwise? I was 
truly surprised with the ‘surprises.’ You were indeed generous. Everything is taking hold nicely.’’ Beverley 
MacDonald, Point Anne, Ontario, Canada. 
FROM HOLLAND (A land of flowers) 
“Just a note to inform you that the parcel with the Irises has arrived in perfect condition. Your roots are 
marvelous—they do not grow so large in Holland and apparently the climate of California is well suited to Irises.’ 
Th. Hoog, for whom Iris Hoogiana was named, Haarlem, Holland. 
FROM GERMANY (I sent these Iris by Air) 
“All Irises of the collection you sent in autumn 1950 have excellently flowered and were the eye-catchers of our 
Special Iris Show. Especially fine and of great beauty were Ruffled Bouquet, Easter Candle (elegant, and just a 
candle!), Easter Gold (very charmful), and Sierra Primrose (very floriferous).’’ Prof. Dr. E. Biesalski, President 
German Iris Society. 
FROM GOOD OLD U. S. A. (With its very diverse climates) 
“We received the box of Iris today from you, and if we had any catalogues from other sources we quickly 
disposed of them after seeing those strong looking rhizomes from you. They were all we had hoped for.’’ Ernest 
Brodeur, Lowell, Massachusetts. 
“This is to let you know that your shipment arrived on Saturday in splendid condition, and we are truly thrilled 
at the superb quality of the rhizomes you sent us. I have never seen finer ones, and you certainly deserve the highest 
praise for the surpassingly fine quality of your roots. I was delighted to find two wonderful surprise gifts— 
Illusion and Santa Cruz—in addition to the premiums I had selected, Brown Turban and Copper River.’’ Rosalie 
Claire Tempest, Seattle, Washington. ; 
“Have been very much satisfied with my previous orders and all my irises have survived our 44° below zero last 
winter. Usually winter isn’t quite so severe as the past winter, however, it’s quite different from California, as 
I'm a native Californian and know our winters around Alameda Co., also Sacramento and Los Angeles. I know 
you will take care of the gift order for me as you have in the past.’’ Mrs. C. R. Knutzen, Rochester, Minnesota. 
“The rhizomes from your gardens last year were true to name and the blossoms a joy to behold.’’ Mrs. R. V 
Carter, Sr., Glendale, Arizona. 
“My. garden this year had much of your lovely golden and yellows and they added a sunny lightness—most 
attractive. Your rhizomes are always so clean and healthy and they seem not to mind our more rigorous climate.’’ 
Mable Savage, Romeo, Michigan. 
“The plants purchased from you last season came through in perfect condition and have multiplied 5 fold.’’ 
Albert Anderson, Brooklyn, New York. 
“I am pleased to say that all of your shipments arrived in excellent condition, and your packing is tops!’’ Roy V. 
Ashley, Battle Creek, Michigan. 5 
“The iris you sent arrived in outstanding condition. Although we have iris from various gardens, these specimens 
give the greatest promise of forthcoming spring bloom. The roots are the soundest, longest, and most abundant of 
any specimens we have ever seen, Your statement of the floriferousness of mountain-grown stock needs to be 
underscored: ‘Mountain grown—the best in the world.’ ’’ James Gulick, San Rafael, California. 
Why Not Join the American Iris Society? 
Everyone who loves Iris should join the American Iris Society. You will receive helpful quarterly bulletins, with 
articles on culture, varieties, hybridizing, rare types and other subjects. Membership is $4.00, which may be sent 
directly to American Iris Society, 3902 Hillsboro Road, Nashville 12, Tennessee. 
Sacramento Iris Society 
Californians should join and support newly-formed Sacramento Iris Society. Dues only $1.00 a year. With everyone 
participating will soon become an organization of great service to all. Fifth Annual Iris Show, Sacramento, Apr. 23-24, ’55. 
Interesting monthly bulletin IRIS LORE goes to all members to keep them informed. Send your dollar to Secretary, 
M. L. Stacy, 1242 14th Ave., Sacramento, California. Mention you are joining at my suggestion. Meetings usually held 
at 8 p.m. first Monday of each month at Garden Center, 3301 H Street, Sacramento. Visitors welcome. 
Kodachrome Iris Slides 
Many of my exclusive offerings are included in sets of excellent colored slides for rent from American Iris Society, 
3902 Hillsboro Road, Nashville 12, Tennessee; or from Dr. Philip Corliss, Somerton, Arizona. Dr. Corliss offers for 10c 
an illustrated catalog of his slide rental programs. 
CANADIAN ORDERS 
To import Iris into Canada advise your Dept. of Agr. at Ottawa you wish to import Iris. Necessary permit will be sent 
you. | prepay postage to Canada, just as for U. S., but Express is only sent collect. 
OTHER FOREIGN ORDERS 
| ship Iris to such distant places as South Africa, England, Australia, etc. Note comments from a few of these cus- 
tomers. Orders to all foreign countries, except Canada, subject to 25% handling and postage charge. This covers 
such items as special packing, extra postage, office work of filling out various forms required. Minimum foreign 
order is $10.00. Correspondence must be in English. 
RAINBOW IRIS—Only $4.50 for 6 
FINAL CLOSE-OUT OF 
WESTERN NATIVES 
Last chance—Remaining stocks at close-out group prices. 
SHIPPING TIME: Late summer and fall; but order NOW. 
RAINBOW IRIS (Douglasiana) VE to M-15” As 
variable in coloring as the Rainbow itself. A lovely native of 
the California Redwood belt, with attractive broad glossy 
leaves. Available only in mixed colors. The more you order the 
greater the chance you will receive nearly all of the colors 
shown; hence, | make very special group prices............ 
gs ce Rie arte A $1.25; 3 for $2.75; 6 for $4.50 
AMIGUITA VE-16” Standards ruffled pale lilac 
with deep royal purple veins through center. Center of falls 
deep royal purple carried to edges through the veinings. Per- 
fectly charming—loved by all who see it.................. 
Ens ON EAS AER Ch $2.00; 3 for $3.95 
SANTA ANA VE-VL-9” An improved Innominata 
in buttercup yellow, saffron signal, decorative maroon veins. 
In mild climates sometimes blooms from late Feb. to late July 
Ae ane eae Con a ee $1.50; 3 for $2.95 
WESTERN GOLD (innominata aurea) VE-E-6” —_—Per- 
fect for corsages, delicate flower arrangements. Color usually 
between light yellow and orange yellow. Occasionally other 
COLORS Serre Se eee een $1.00; 3 for $1.95 
MANY-COLORED IRIS (Riddle Innominata) VE-E-6”-8” 
Wonderfully varied assortment of colors including pink, lilac, 
rose, yellow, purple, salmon, violet, white and buff. Flowers 
attractively marked with prominent veins. Available only in 
mixed colors. In two years each plant produces a huge clump 
that usually bears 40 to 50 flowers 
TENAX __ £.20” A rather tall growing native, colored 
yellow, variously flushed and veined russet, red-brown and 
deep yellow Gente seer ome $1.00; 3 for $1.95 
ORCHID SPRITE VE-12” Famous orchid-pink, 
EVENICe Nes LOVEl\ eee e aan $1.00; 3 for $1.95 
ARIOSO ~—£-14” Blended pink, blue flush. Large 
@NCea tira UVC keener ern 75c; 3 for $1.45 
BLUESAGE £-20” — Sage blue with pink glow $1.00 
HARTWEGI VE-10” Quaint yellow-cream 3 for 95¢ 
MACROSIPHON  VE-8” Low rosy-violet 3 for 95¢ 
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