Gudrun Each 60c, Three $1.50, Doz. $4.75 
Winner of the Dykes Memorial Medal by the English Iris Society. A top 
notch white Iris among so many fine new white ones and by many 
judges considered the finest of all. It is a massive flower of purest 
snow-white, undoubtedly the largest and most massive. It is one of 
the most popular of white varieties. We consider it outstanding and 
one of the finest. 
Indiana Night Each $1.00, Three $2.55, Doz. $7.25 
Lustrous, deepest, rich velvety purple, almost black. The finest and 
most satisfying dark Iris of a long series of seedlings from the famous 
Sable. 38-inch stems, well-branched with every good quality desired 
in an Iris. Midseason bloomer and long lasting. 
Lady Mohr Each $1.00, Three $2.55, Doz. $7.25 
A new and altogether different addition to the interesting Wm. Mohr 
family of Iris, this one brings a color combination previously unknown 
in the tall bearded group. Standards are oyster-white, huge and slightly 
fluted, with strong midribs. Falis are pale chartreuse:or greenish yellow, 
with prominent veining. There is a very prominent dark patch surround- 
ing the beard. The stalks reach a height of 4 feet and carry several 
peer blooms at one time. A superbly beautiful Iris; should be in every 
garden. 
Minnie Colquitt Each $1.00, Three $2.55, Doz. $7.25 
Massive white plicata, entirely different from all others. It has a broad 
band of wine-purple stitching at the edges of the enormous flaring falls, 
and this same color is repeated in the standards. The whole flower is 
slightly ruffled. A thoroughly fine Iris in every way and a husky grower. 
Mount Cloud Each 75c, Three $1.80, Doz. $5.65 
A tall, clean and clear-cut white flower with smooth, polished substance. 
Veining at haft accentuates the pureness of this beauty. Considered 
one of the best and hardiest of the new white Iris. 
Mulberry Rose Each 75c, Three $1.80, Doz. $5.65 
Aptly described by the name, this new Iris is actually something new 
and different in coloring. Very tall stems hold the self-colored bloom 
well aloft, and the branching is good. Most unusual in color, it might be 
termed a deep pinkish mulberry, strongly shaded brown. The heavy 
bronze head is an added asset. 
New Snow Each $2.00 
A white Iris which is neither warm nor a cold white but is as white as 
new snow. The beard is full and bright yellow, adding a great deal of 
life. This is the only color in the flower, as there are no haft veinings 
or markings. Stalk is sturdy and well branched, 40 inches tall, the big 
flowers very much ruffled and flaring. 
Nightfall Each 60c, Three $1.50, Doz. $4.75 
The falls are very velvety rich dark pansy-purple with almost no vein- 
ing on the haft. Standards are several shades lighter than the falls, 
making a very striking color combination. Plush-like substance with a 
glistening sheen. 36 inches tall, well branched. One of the finest, if not 
the finest of the dark blue-black Iris. Makes a superb contrast along- 
side a white variety. 
Ola Kala Each $1.00, Three $2.55, Doz. $7.25 
Here is a deep yellow Iris that perhaps cutdoes all others for depth of 
color and in addition its petals are heavily ruffled. Medium large flow- 
ers on nicely branched, 36-inch stalks. So yellow it is almost on the 
orange side. Considered one of the finest new Iris. 
Prairie Sunset Each $1.00, Three $2.55, Doz. $7.25 
All that has been said about this gorgeous creation is true, but it 
simply has to be seen to be realized. The blendings of peach, apricot, 
rose, copper and gold are so well done that one is at a loss to describe 
it in @ manner that might be conceived in the mind of the listener. A 
fine big flower, and the color will absolutely stun you when first you 
see it, and every time you see it! Dykes Medal, 1943. 
Ranger Each $1.50, Three $3.75, Doz. $13.00 
Very dark crimson-red. The standards are closed and are long and 
cone-shaped, while the wide falls are like smooth rich velvet. Most 
unusual and showy. A late bloomer. 
Sable Each 75c, Three $1.80, Doz. $5.65 
Almost black; a uniform shade of deepest blue-black-violet, with blue 
beard. Sable has every attribute that a fine Iris should possess; large 
size, reasonably tall stalks, thick substance and a wonderfully lustrous 
sheen. Everybody wants Sable. 
Solid Mahogany Each $1.00, Three $2.55, Doz $7.25 
This grand new red is one of the finest dark Irises of recent years. 
Beautifully formed, the color is aptly described by the name. No haft 
venation and a deep bronze-gold beard accents the richness of the 
plush-like falls. Height 3 feet. 
Sunny Ruffles Each 75c, Three $1.80, Doz. $5.65 
The name describes the Iris. Of a glorious new lemon-yellow-chrome. 
Form is ruffled and the falls have a deeper border of gold. The buds 
_ are ruffled also and add to the beauty of the whole plant. A very 
choice variety. 
The Red Douglas Each 75c, Three $1.80, Doz. $5.65 
Dykes Medal, 1941. This rich deep red-purple is still a favorite with all 
Iris lovers. The gigantic flowers seem to glow with inner lights of red. 
A bright orange beard is softened by a slight flush of brown at the haft. 
Wabash Each 60c, Three $1.50, Doz. $4.75 
Pure white standards and rich velvety deep violet falls bordered white, 
a most striking variety. Very tall, branched above the middle of the 
stalk with a profusion of large, slightly ruffled blossoms. Awarded the 
Dykes Medal in 1940. 
Winter Carnival Each $1.00, Three $2.55, Doz. $7.25 
A fine hardy white, bred in Minnesota. Widely flaring falls, snow-white 
in color, the throat heavily tinted gold. Branching is excellent and the 
stout stems hold the big blooms aloft. This is surely one of our best 
whites. 
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LATHYRUS. (See page 131.) 
LAVANDULA - Lavender 
An old-fashioned, fragrant, shrubby perennial, which has been grown 
for centuries in almost every garden. It has hoary leaves and bears its 
lavender-colored flowers on erect spikes in July and August. There are 
several varieties of it; the best for this country is named below. Its fra- 
grant flowers are highly valued for drying and for use in nosegays or 
potpourri. 
Culture. Prefers a dry, medium soil and a warm position. The best time 
to plant is in spring; fall planting is all right if plants can be well pro- 
tected. Cut back moderately in March or April. 
Vera Each 80c, Three $2.15, Doz. $7.00, 100. $40.00 
This is the true Sweet Lavender; grows about 18 inches high; delightfully 
fragrant blue flowers in July and August, which may be dried and used 
in bureau drawers for their delightful fragrance. 
Lavandula Vera 
LILY-OF-THE-VALLEY (Convallaria Majalis) 
We are happy to be able to offer you again our fine strain of imported 
Lily-of-the-Valley. This bold, strong form is especially well adapted for gar- 
den planting. If reasonably taken care of, a bed of them will produce 
beautiful long-stemmed flowers in abundance for as long as you live. 
But you must not be thoughtless about them. Their culture is so simple. 
True, they will grow anywhere, under almost any conditions—sun or shade, 
wet or dry, but truly spectacular results are obtained if, during each winter 
(December preferred), you will cover your Valley bed with a heavy coating 
of manure or apply a heavy dose of Wayside Gardens Plant Food. The re- 
sponse to heavy organic fertilizing is remarkable. These pips are imported 
in units of 25 per bunch and we prefer to sell them that way but will gladly 
break these bunches if you only want a dozen. 
We recommend the Lily-of-the-Valley for ground covering, particularly in 
shady places. 
Bunch of 12 pips $2.25 
Bunch of 25 pips $4.00 
Pips per 100 $13.50 
Pips per 1000 $125.00 
LINUM - Flax 
Elegant, feathery leaved, free-flowering, hardy perennial suitable for dry, 
sunny borders or rock gardens. Not suitable for heavy, damp soil. 
Culture. Sandy or ordinary, well drained, light soil and a sunny position 
are essential for these plants. Grow in colonies, and plant in autumn or 
early spring, 8 inches apart. 
**Narbonnense Each 75c, Three $2.00, Doz. $6.50 
Forms a spreading clump of attractive foliage with a profusion of azure- 
blue flowers with white eye. Very handsome for the rockery or border. 
LIATRIS - Blazing Star or Gayfeather 
Showy plants, native of North America. They have grassy, linear leaves 
produced in a thick, tufty mass, out of which arise the stems furnished with 
spikes of purple flowers. 
Culture. They will all thrive in ordinary garden soil, in sun or in shade, 
and are grown in groups of three or more. Plant in autumn or early spring. 
May be grown by the waterside, and bees are very partial to the flowers. 
Pycnostachya Each 75c, Three $2.00, Doz. $6.50 
Nothing can be planted that will attract more attention on account of 
its unusual appearance; but it is beautiful as well as odd. It blooms 
in midsummer and throws up long, narrow spikes of rich purple flowers, 
four feet high, which last a long time. 
Scariosa, September Glory Each 75c, Three $2.00, Doz. $6.50 
A giant 6-foot spike solidly covered with purple flowers from top to 
bottom. The flowers, unlike the common variety, come into bloom all 
at the same time, creating a marvelous effect. A splendid improvement 
over the old variety. Late flowering. September. 
Scariosa, White Spire Each 80c, Three $2.15, Doz. $7.00 
A magnificent pure white Gayfeather. Just as tall as the September Glory 
from which this variety is a sport. Superb for a bold effect in the garden 
as well as stunning flower for cutting. 
Cobalt Variety Each 75c, Three $2.00, Doz. $6.50 
This is a dwarf growing variety about 15 to 18 inches tall and it blooms 
early, throughout July and early August. It is very prolific; each plant 
sends up as many as 8 to 12 spikes. A fine subject for cutting as well 
as midsummer blooms of medium height. Rich purple flowers. 
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