CHAT TINIE GFoxtail ilies 
They are among the finest of hardy bulbous iki i eit 
F ; plants. Striking, sensational and dignified, are extremel 
eee eo hardy plant borders where they form early, colorful groups. Absolutely hardy, they Le 
ee eepteniber es that reach a height from five to eight feet. They should be planted in autumn, 
eo cies r until December, and they flourish in any sunny, well drained border. After blooming, 
Many of ape aahetes above ground. Annuals may be planted right over them to fill the vacant space. 
Bisnied: will na omers fill such spaces with Gypsophila. Eremurus roots are persistent and once 
eter feo st for ten or fifteen years or more without resetting or dividing, growing stronger and 
m year to year. In the very coldest regions a light mulching is advised for their protection. 
PASTEL SHADED SHELFORD EREMURUS 
Stately—Daintily Graceful—Charmingly Dignified 
That is the impression these fall flower spikes make on one. These hardy hybri 
lek J 4 ds are truly lovely. 
Ll pnp otescence is three feet long, containing great numbers of Sopparv! DIB orange, Baie Vallow 
eral ; ae Attaining an average height of four to five feet, these rich and rare blooms are 
fe cee : eye as well as garden planting. They create a most fascinationg impression in the gar- 
ae y as ree weeks or more indoors when kept in water. After many years of patient growing, 
se Bes aS cae ae ti iinet at! them rere cost, Sate you to plant them in groups of 
: ; s when they are planted in units o 
advantage. Once planted, the roots will last ok ten years or naa cian gsm ke 
Shelford Pastel Hybrids Each $2.00, Three $5.50, Doz. $20.00 
EREMURUS 
SHELFORD HYBRIDS, 
NAMED VARIETIES 
Isobel. Coppery orange. Each $3.25 
Moonlight. Pale yellow. Each $3.25 
Rosalind. Bright pink. Each $3.25 
White Beauty.Pure white. Fach $3.25 
GIANT EREMURUS 
Spectacular and Rare 
Garden Plants 
For Giant Flowered Eremurus 
See Page 32 
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Iris Danfordia, golden yellow 
counterpart of Iris Reticulata. 
Hardy and fragrant. 
Iris Species 
Danfordia Six $1.75, Doz. $3.00, 25 $5.50, 100 $20.00 
A beautiful little Iris from Eastern Asia Minor which was unobtainable for many years; 
bright golden flowers resembling in form Iris Reticulata, produced in early February. Height 
3 inches. 
Reticulata (Fragrant Iris) Six 70c, Doz. $1.20, 25 $2.20, 100 $8.00 
This lovely species is one of the treasures of the garden or rock garden. It can be described 
as a small form of the Spanish or Dutch Iris. Its main value lies in the fact that it may be 
forced into bloom in the house with the greatest ease. Six or eight bulbs put into a 4- to 
5-inch pot when received will bloom about Christmas time. The fragrant blossoms 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. To show it off well, plant a number of 
bulbs under the white Arabis Alpina; you'll enjoy the results more than we can tell you. 
Tuberosa Six $1.20, Doz. $1.85, 25 $3.35, 100 $12.00 
A rare species, producing charming small green flowers with vivid black blotches. An attrac- 
tive and unusual flower. 
Regelio ris 
Andromache (Rare) Each 50c, Three $1.35, Doz. $4.50, 25 $8.25, 100 $30.00 
A rare and beautiful hybrid, belonging to the Regelio-Cyclus group. Grows about 18 inches 
tall with several heavily veined flowers of soft lilac, with dark violet sheen. It is the first 
time since World War Il that we are able to offer this rare plant. It loves a sunny, dry 
place and multiplies quite freely. In very cold sections protect from too cold weather. 
Blooms in May. 
Susiana (Extremely Rare) Each $1.25 
Unique in form and color, and equally handsome. Intricate veining and speckling of deep 
dark blackish brown almost completely covering a grayish white ground. Nothing surpasses 
Iris Susiana as a most unusual and artistic table decoration which usually creates a mild 
sensation. It is perfectly hardy, increases well. All it asks is a warm, sunny dry place in 
the garden where it will produce its exotic flowers from year to year. 24 inches. 
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