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NUN ELEL ELUNE EL ELEN EER ERE ELE COOLEY’S GARDENS
810 NORTH WATER STREET SILVERTON, OREGON
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GREETINGS!
O OUR MANY FRIENDS and customers everywhere we present herewith our offerings of Our collection of iris is one of the best and
choice Irises, Liles, and other bulbs and plants. most modern in the world, and as specialists in this flower we have devoted a major portion of our catalogue to the iris. But lovers of flowers in general will, we hope, find much of interest besides the iris, for we have to offer several especially fine HARDY LILIES, an exceptionally inter- esting collection of ORIENTAL POPPIES, and some unusual BULBOUS IRIS for the early spring
For satisfactory results all of these items should be planted in the summer or early autumn.
garden.
NO FALL CATALOG THIS YEAR—EVERYTHING WE OFFER IS LISTED HEREIN Your attention is directed to a few novelties which we are listing for the first time. These include three new SPURIA iris, the rare and seldom listed bulbous iris JUNCEA, a new lily, the three French irises on page 4, and a new pink introduction on the same page.
COOLEY’S IRIS LIST has been built up during five successive vears of personal visits and contacts with iris growers in practically every section of the United States. During this period, Mr. R. M. Cooley has visited at blooming time the famous iris growers and hybridizers in California, Nebraska, Missouri, Indiana, Ohio, Washington, D. C., Philadelphia, New York and New England, Illinois and Minnesota, besides numer- ous intermediate points. Probably no other iris enthusiast in this country has enjoyed as wide a personal acquaintance with iris celebrities, attended as many iris shows, or viewed a lke number of commercial and
private iris collections of fame and prominence.
And so, with this knowledge and experience, we have built up an iris planting which is absolutely up-to- date, with a minimum of duplications in color and style, and the purchaser can be assured that if it comes from our gardens, it must be good!
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THIS DOES NOT APPLY TO THE COLLECTION OFFERS, however. Three of any 25c irises for 50c.
A WORD ABOUT OUR STOCK Oregon, and especially the Willamette Valley, has aequired a world-wide reputation for bulb and plant Shipments: Will be made on bearded irises hegin- production. Our gardens are located in the heart of ning about June 20th. If you wish your order sent this renowned valley, and all of the stock we offer is
grown right here. This facet, coupled with our clean
later, or on any specific date, we shall carry out your instructions. Early shipments permit plants to be-
and intensive cultural methods, enables us to furnish come established before winter sets in, but rhizomes
plants of a quality that few growers can duplicate. Our iris rhizomes are of exceptional size and vigor, and in many instances one root purchased from us in July or August will reward the owner with two or three flower stalks the very first season after plant-
ing. Our iris rhizomes are NOT IRRIGATED, NOT FERTILIZED, and we have NEVER HAD AN
IRIS BORER!
are large, sound, and free from pests and diseases.
Likewise, our lihes and other bulbs
They are grown right here and are perfectly fresh when they start on their journey to your garden.
NO ORDER ACCEPTED FOR LESS THAN $1.00
Terms: Cash with the order, either check, draft, or money order. Enclosing cash in vour letter may
result in loss. 25% will hold until shipping date.
Discount: You may select additional plants to the value of 10% of your order if it totals $3 or more.
are not as large in July as they would be in August. We prefer to ship around July 10th as an ideal time. Bulbs, Japanese and Spuria iris, and Poppies. will not be shipped until the proper planting season, around September Ist, or shehtly later.
Transportation: Prepaid express or pareel post, whichever we deem most expedient. state your express office, if different from postal
address. We pack in dry excelsior in well ventilated
Be sure and
cardboard cartons and guarantee safe delivery to point of address. All shipments are insured. Remem- ber, we PREPAY all costs—the prices quoted herein are for delivery to your door.
We Guarantee all bulbs and plants to be true to name, first size, free from disease and pests, and to reach you in live and healthy condition. We do not guarantee them to live or grow in your garden under conditions over which we have no control.
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IRIS PRICES REDUCED!
FE are firmly convinced that the day of
the “super-high-priced” iris novelty is passed. Economic conditions throughout this country demand that, if there are any irises to be sold this year, PRICES MUST COME DOWN!
It costs us a great deal of money to place this catalog in your hands, and usually an ex-
MIDGARD ; é pensive catalog means high prices, but rather
than follow this policy now, and then of necessity come out late in the season with a list of drastic reductions, we are making our cuts right now, in this catalog.
True, there are a few limited items which we have in very small quantity, and the price on these we obviously cannot reduce. Nor can we supply a first quality rhizome at less than 25 cents unless ordered in quantity, as in the $2 collections. But, as you turn through the following pages, you will find that most of those real iris aristocrats which you have been waiting to add to your
own garden can now be had at REAL DEPRESSION PRICES!
Don’t wait too long to place your order, if you expect to have your selection filled completely. We have considerable stock, but it may be snapped up quickly.
INDEX
**Asia $2 Collection’’ Japanese Iris
Bearded Iris List Junceaa New Bulb Iris....:.....25..024- 26 ‘“Clara Noyes’’ ‘ Lilies, New Sunset Lily
Gultigationvor Bearded Uris... ..c22..8.. 24 Oultivationvoti Bulbous Urisy..-.2.....--.-- 24 ‘*Dolly Madison’’ Collection
‘“Desert Gold’’ Collection
Dutch Iris
Dear lie . Reticulata Iris
‘*Midgard’’ Collection New Introductions Oriental Poppies
‘*Phebus’’ Collection
English Iris Spuria Iris ‘*Frivolite’’ Collection Terms, ete.
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ING ee IRISES from FRANCE
WO years ago American iris enthusiasts
visiting in France brought home glowing accounts of three new seedlings produced by that master hybridist, M. Cayeux, of Paris. Of course he exhibited thousands of seedlings in his gardens, but three of them were espe- cially fine and excited comment from every English and American visitor. As soon as we heard about them we promptly ordered a few rhizomes of each, and despite their long jour- ney over the Atlantic and thence across the United States, they reached us in splendid condition and flowered beautifully the follow- ing May.
These new irises, which will be released from Federal Quarantine about July Ist, are here- with offered for the first time in America.
JEAN CayEUX
This is the most beautiful iris we have ever flow- ered in our gardens. Likewise, it is one of the most unusual in color—a soft, smooth light buff, described by some as ‘‘coffee colored’’ and by others as Havana-brown. The form is perfect, as the accom- panying illustration shows, and the size is larger than average. In our garden it was splendidly branched, over three feet tall, and flowered over a long season. Jean Cayeux has been awarded a Cer- tificate of Merit by the French Horticultural Society and won the Dykes Medal in 1931 for the finest iris introduced that year. Very limited stock this year.
Each $20.00
MAaRQUITA
A well named iris in brilliant luminous ivory yellow and ochraceous maroon. The standards are ivory deepening to sulphur at the base; the falls are of the same color but are heavily and entirely lined with dark but brilliant maroon, giving to the flower a most striking and novel appearance. Limited stock.
Each $12.00
PRESIDENT PILKINGTON
A very lovely pastel blend, which at one time bore the appropriate name of ‘‘Apparition’’. When
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Mr. Mead saw it blooming in France, he described the color as ‘‘a lavender-blue elephant tone’’, suf- fused with bronze. A huge flower, the stalks splen- didly branched to 4 feet tall.
Standards are pale buff, with faint bluish and slightly rosy cast. Falls, wide and flaring lavender- blue with buffy yellow suffusion paling at the mar- gins. Beard golden yellow.
Each $10.00
ETHELWYN DUBUAR
Introduced for the first time. A deep pink self, grown by E. G. Lapham of Elkhart, Indi- ana. This is a huge flower, very much larger
and a much deeper color than his ‘‘ Eloise Lap-
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ham’’. ‘‘Ethelwyn’’ is a very heavy flowerer, a single clump producing a solid mound of rich pink. Three feet tall. Beard lemon yellow.
Each $5.00; three for $12.00
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Special Frivolite Collection Any 8, Your Choice, for $12.00
Frivolhte, Andante, Britoness, Columbine. Grace Sturtevant, Gold Top, Hassan, Indian Chief, Los Angeles, Melehoir, Mirasol, Rosakura, San Diego, Henri Riviere, Sir Michael, Pluie D’or,
Sunheht, Tuscany Gold.
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Special Phebus Collection
All Rare Novelties! Any 5, Your Choice, for $25.00
Phebus, Buechley’s Giant, Depute Nomblot, Dovrose, Meldoric CSEE MCOvVer) Ministre F. David, Pink Satin, Red Robe, Mary Geddes,
Largo, Nurmahal.
THE WORLD 5 EINES? Us.
AMBER WAVE AMBER WAVE
A luminous amber yellow self, suffused and shot with olive bronze. The falls have a lovely faint vel- vety violet blue flush at the haft, which is heavily reticulated. The whole flower is perfectly propor- tioned and well balanced, with very broad standards and falls, which characteristic it owes to one of the parents, Mrs. Valerie West. Height 3 feet. Very late.
Each $4.00 ALLIES
An autumn flowering iris that, with us at least, has not only bloomed in the spring and fall, but throughout the summer as well. Those who already have among fall bloomers the white, purple, and yel- low varieties from the Sass Brothers, will welcome this French variety, because it adds a different color note—one of red-brown and fawn, with some of the pigment found in Dauntless, although by no means as red. Rhizomes are usually quite small, but the flowers are of large size, and there just seems to be no end to its blooming possibilities.
Each 60c; three for $1.50 ADOBE
A rich, soft, reddish buff combination that im- pressed me as the finest and most distinct of the Longfield seedlings when I visited there in 1930. The
stems are slender but the flowers are of very large size and well spaced. This is a lovely and very un- usual blend, the colorings being suggestive of the name. Very few rhizomes for sale; each $7.50
ALIQUIPPA
Good sized pale yellow with luminous center of deeper coloring. This iris, which has received a silver medal of the A. I. S., is a very free bloomer and increases rapidly, thus being especially desirable where a mass of soft yellow is wanted in the garden.
Each 25c; three for 50c ANNE-MarIE CAyEUX
The smooth, soft tones of this iris are indeserib- able. The introducer says ‘‘a delicate blending of the sky’s colors at sunset and those of a pigeon’s throat.’’ The flowers are very large, of an unusual thick and leathery substance. The whole effect is wonderfully beautiful—soft rosy heliotrope blended with greyish amber, beard orange. One of the finest things ever to come from France. Each $5.00
ASHTORETH A delicate yellow of very large size and perfec- tion of form, raised by Eugene Baudry of Massachu- setts. At the Boston show in 1930 it was awarded an H. M. and created a very favorable impression at Freeport, Illinois, last spring. One of the best of our several outstanding new yellow irises. Each $12.00
ALLURE
An English silver medal winner, with ruffled flowers of blended tones in yellow and soft lavender- pink. The stems are slender and graceful, and it makes a lovely cut flower.
Each $1.00; three for $2.00 AMBASSADUER
A magnificent and very dependable iris that every garden should have. Bronze standards and rich red-brown falls, large in size, and of bold grow- ing habit.
Each 25c
ANDANTE
The Longfield Iris Farm introduced Andante in 1930 as a greatly improved Germaine Perthuis. The great black buds unfold into flowers of perfect form and wondrous beauty. General effect is darkest pur- ple, with very bright orange beard. One of the excel- lent features is the almost total absence of veining.
Each $2.00; three for $5.00 ANTARES
Fine new French introduction, but little known. Creamy standards, white falls, speckled and overlaid blue. Large bloom of unusual fragrance, and a novel color effect.
Each 35¢ APACHE
A small flower of distinct red or crimson brown coloring. Makes a wonderful mass, and increases rapidly.
Each 35c
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APHRODITE
Very fragrant and beautiful violet-pink self, with
white flushed throat. Tall stalks, lasting long in bloom. Each 30c; three for 80c
ARGYNNIS
Very late sort with rich yellow standards and chestnut falls. Tall, slender stalks. One of the best varlegatas. Each 25c
ASIA
One of the most famous irises ever offered and still one of the best and most distinct. Standards silvery lavender, shading to yellow. Falls pale red- purple, lighter near the margins. Very brillant beard. Blooms of huge size, on four-foot stems. (See
page 21. Each 30c; three for 80c BALDWIN
One of the largest varieties, of a peculiar shade of manganese violet. A sort of heliotrope color, with monster blooms freely produced. Each 75c
BALLERINE
Another old but popular variety. Individual style and shape, carrying soft, silvery, lavender-blue flow- ers of great size. Each 25c
BELISAIRE
A fine blend, with hight tan standards and pink- ish cinnamon falls, overlaid brown. Superior to either Dejazet or Isoline. Each 50c
BoNnITA
A bright clear yellow, flowers of medium size, but well branched and produced abundantly. This is fine for massing, or to provide a rich yellow effect in the
iris border. Each 25c
Brau SABREUR
A rich variegata introduced in 1930 by the Long- field Iris Farm. Bright orange-yellow standards, lightly stained bronze; falls very rich and velvety, of deep red-brown. This is a very rapid increaser, a single rhizome making a clump in one year’s time. The new ‘‘Crown Prince’’ is a flower of this type, but of much greater size and height.
Each $1.00; three for $2.50 BLACKAMOOR
Nearly black until half opened, then taking on deepest blue tints, with a blue beard. A giant flower on a tall and heavy stalk, finely branched.
H. M. AIS 1931. Very limited stock. Each $5.00
BLUE VELVET
Few irises have received more favorable comment during the past three years than has this rich velvety seedling from the hand of Dr. Loomis of Colorado Springs. An iris of the Swazi type, larger, bluer, and finer in every way. Not very rapid of increase, it will be in demand for a long time to come.
Each $4.00 BRITTONESS
Pale lemon-cream, of Moonlight derivation. <A very new introduction from England which has had little publicity, but is deserving of a place among the
iris aristocracy. Blossoms of great size, slightly ruf- fled, splendid stem and branching habit; shghtly
tender. Each $2.00
BRUNO
This Dominion seedling is the parent or grand- parent of a large majority of the finest Dominion strain irises of recent introduction. It stands today as one of the largest, richest, brightest and most velvety of all irises, and no collection should be with- out it. Standards are rosy fawn shading to yellow at the base; falls a glowme rich red-brown, edged with
buff. Each 50c; three for $1.00
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BUECHLEY’S GIANT Introduced by C. F. Wassenburg of Van Wert, Ohio. Like our old favorite, Lord of June, but of even greater size, on cane-like stalks and of wonder- ful substance. A great advance in the blue-toned
eroup. Each $10.00
BuTO
A very dark, solid purple, from the Sass Brothers, one of the darkest of all irises, and a very early one. Flowers are of large size, rounded in shape, and without any veining or reticulation. A very free blooming iris on medium height stems.
Each 50c
CAMELLIARD
Fairly recent, not especially rare, but one of the best and most brilliant hght type variegatas. Tower- ing to four feet or more, a clump is a distinctive, high-heht in the garden. Standards clear amber yel- low, falls flushed light purple, yellow near the edges. One of Miss Sturtevant’s best. Each $1.00
CAMILLA DUBUAR
A pink self of good size. prolifie in blooming habit. and with rampant folhage that is highly re- garded as suitable for pool planting. This is some-
thing different. Each $1.00 CANDLELIGHT Pale pinkish buff, entirely overlaid lavender.
Very tall, with vigorous fohage, and rapid of in-
crease. Each 60c
CARDINAL
Certainly one of the best of all Dominion seed- lings. and in fact one of the world’s finest irises. Massive in size, with broad falls of deep, velvety, erimson-purple. Indispensable. Each 80c
CARFAX
This striking iris, produced on stems that branch four-way, six to eight in number, is heralded in Eng- land as an advance in iris breeding comparable to the introduction of Dominion. The blooms are huge, splendidly formed, and in color are a rich auricula red purple. The beard is inconspicuous, there being nothing to detract from the intense richness of the velvety falls. Height close to 4 feet. Carfax is an- other silver medal winner. Each $5.00
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CAROLINE E. STRINGER
A few years ago the Sass’s gave us this lovely apple blossom pink—a pink so pale and delicate that it is almost a tinted white. It still stands as one of the really excellent things in fine iris, and at the present very low price no one should be without it.
Each 35c; three for 90c
CINNABAR
Wonderfully rich, deep purple, medium size flow- ers on tall stems. Each 75c
CITRONELLA
Truly one of the finest garden irises, with bril- . t=)
ant yellow standards, and falls of the same color |
heavily stained carmine. Quite tall. Each 25c
CLARA Noyes
A lovely warm blend from Hans Sass. At the time of my visit to his garden in 1930 I selected this as my favorite, and was equally impressed again last
season. It was the favorite of all visitors to our own
planting last May, and all of our available stock was quickly sold out. The coloring is a medley of peach and apricot tones, suggesting perhaps the rich and brilhant blendings of the rose ‘‘Talisman’’. Sher- man Duffy says of it: ‘‘ Perhaps the most strikingly colored of all the new irises I saw this year and one that attracted attention wherever shown. A very brilliant and beautiful iris that everyone wanted at sight.’’ See reproduction on page 13. H. M. AIS 1931. A. M. 1932.
CLASSIC
This was a ‘‘find’’ in the writer’s trip through the mid-West in 1930. A gorgeous thing of the Asia type, of Dominion form and texture, with wide, flar- ing falls, and a stiff, cane-hke stem. The huge stan- dards appear to be fashioned out of gold leaf. gradu- ally shading to reddish-lavender in the upper por- tion. The beard and center of the flower glows so vividly that Mr. Grinter, the hybridizer, says that when he looks into it, it almost seems to be alive. Classic is distinctly different from the average run of introductions, and we heartily recommend it.
Each $4.00
Each $3.00
CoLUMBINE
Introduced as a white Aphrodite, one of the parents. As clean and clear as a erystal, with lovely form, slender branching stems, this free flowering white is distinct from all other white irises, and as a result it was awarded the silver medal at the English Iris Society’s exhibit in London in 1930. Columbine is a very fast multiplher, our own stock increasing about 50 to one in three vears.
Each $2.50 CORONATION
For those who do not feel lke investing in the newer yellows offered in this list because of the higher cost, we sincerely recommend Coronation. It is a uniform deep yellow, absolutely hardy, doesn’t fade, and compares well with irises of recent intro- duction in other colors. Our large stock has been built up to meet the demand which we felt sure would come when growers realized the value of this yellow. Each $1.00; three for $2.00
DAUNTLESS
CopPERSMITH
A very tall and robust iris with large flowers of copper-bronze, overlaid with velvety red.
Each 50c; three for $1.00 CROWN PRINCE
For years Dr. Kleinsorge has been working for a true variegata with giant size, Dominion form, and on a tall and well branched stem. Crown Prince is a supreme achievement, and no other variegata seen in the four corners of the country compares with it. The standards are a solid deep orange-yellow, the falls solid velvety brownish-red. Crown Prince has every desired characteristic. It is the variegata that not only the Doctor has been looking for, but every
other iris connoisseur as well. Very few plants. Each $15.00
DAUNTLESS
The peer of all red irises, a Dykes medal winner in America, and certainly one of the finest things ever introduced. The blooms are of great size, on tall stems, and flower over a long season. In color Dauntless appears much redder than most other so- called red irises, due partly to the fact that it carries a mixture of orange and brown in its pigment and very little blue or purple. Across the garden it glows like fire.
Each $3.00; three for $8.00
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“DOLLY MADISON”’ ‘““DESERT GOLD”’ “INDIAN CHIEF”
Dolly Madison Collection ‘ J Desert Gold Collection Any 10, Your Choice, for $5.00
’ : Any 5, Your Choice, for $15.00 Omaha, Swazi, Coronation, Surprise, Messaline, Se? ne 2 : Sikh, Frieda Mohr, Dolly Madison, Beau Na-
Desert Gold, Rameses, Blue Velvet, Eloise Lap breur, EKuphony (see cut,
page 13), Ophelia, Purissima, Le Correge, Cinnabar, Allure, Buto, Sonata, Cardinal,
ham, Amber Wave, Carfax, Classic, Goldilocks
Legend, M. <A. Porter, Senlac, Elsinore, Kine Tut, Kansas. Erebian, Mrs. Herbert Labor, Lindbergh, Michelline Charraire, Realn.
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Vert-Galant, Hoo, (SG 0) ts Kot hen.
Derute NomMBLor
The world’s greatest iris. Blooming for the first time in America during the season of 1930, it almost bowled over all who saw it. Since that time it has proven worthy of first impressions, and from England and France, as well as from all sections of this country, come songs of praise for this imposing giant of the race. Standards light glowing rosy- purple, overlaid bronzy-gold. Falls very wide, spread- ing, purplish garnet-red, shading to lghter rosy- bronze at the edge. Deep orange beard. Over four feet tall, wonderfully well branched. Depute Nom- blot received a certificate of merit in 1929 at the Paris show, and in 1930 was awarded the Dykes
medal. Each $7.00 DELIGHT
Very lovely pheata with only the rose style branches to detract from its whiteness. Each 35c; three for 90c Desert GoLp
A very early, very large, and extremely fine ad- dition to our growing list of yellow sorts. Desert Gold is not a deep yellow, nor is it a pale yellow comparable to anything we now have in this elass. Standards are large and domed, pure heht yellow. Falls are extra broad and are a very light yellow, but the central portion is of an unusually brilliant chrome, with a heavy, deep yellow beard. and this makes for an effect not present in any other vellow. It certainly is deserving of a position among the best new introductions. Nothing else lke it. See cut on
page 9. H.M. AIS 1931. A.M. 1932. Each $5.00
DoL_ity Mapison
With the blended colorings of an intensified Quaker Lady, and size, branching habit and height comparable to the best, this Williamson introduction has no superior in its class. As the Longfield cata- logue states: ‘‘ Eventually you will own Dolly Madi- son.’’ It carries some of the shades found in the new French varieties, Anne Marie Cayeux and Evo- lution. Reliable everywhere, and certain to evoke the admiration of all who see it. See cut on page 9.
Each 75c; three for $2.00 DoGROSE
A very beautiful, superb pink iris, with very large, oval shaped flowers in a uniform shade of soft pink, with deep gold beard. The stalks are almost shoulder high, and in the English trial grounds at Wisley it proved a sensation. American visitors at the English shows were struck with its beauty. Dog- rose was awarded the silver medal at the London show when exhibited as a seedling in 1929. Very
limited stock. Each $8.00 DREAM
An old standby among the pinks. Rapid of in- crease and a picture in the garden. You must have it. Each 25c DUKE OF BEDFORD One of the best of the Dominion race, with very large flowers of dark violet and rich purple.
Each 25c
DUKE OF YORK A
Exquisite soft lavender-mauve, with tall and beautifully branched stalks. Vigorous and_ free blooming. loonie Each 25c FEGypt
A grand iris of immense size and great substance, enduring wind and rain, as well as a strong sun. The flowers are of Mme. Gaudichau shape, but meas- ure over five inches from top to bottom. Broad standards, stiff and erect, of a livid bronzy-violet. Falls very large, long and drooping, of deep velvety maroon-purple, with black sheen. Bright gold beard. Very little reticulation. A robust, free blooming, very tall and well branched new English variety from the firm of R. Wallace & Co. Each $3.00
EL CAPITAN
Giant blooms which always evoke exclamations of surprise. A bicolor of heht manganese violet, of perfect shape and of excellent habit. Bach 75c
Raised by MR. E. G. LAPHAM Elkhart, Indiana
ELoisr LAPHAM
This delightful pink iris was discovered up- on the occasion of my first visit to Elkhart in 1930. The color is indescribably soft and smooth, an even tone of delicate flesh pink, and the sub- stance is hike kid. The flower itself is about the size and shape of Midgard, and of medium height. As a clump in Mr. Lapham’s garden it drew instant attention, and its rapid increase and freedom of bloom will be sure to make it a ereat favorite.
H. M. AIS 1939. Each $7.50
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ELSINORE
A flower but little known, and one which is de- serving of greater popularity. I found it blooming in splendid form in several gardens in New York, Connecticut, and about Boston, and it made an in- stant hit with me at least. Of only medium size, its dainty blossoms of pale primrose-yellow are deli- eately edged and stained violet, and are produced abundantly. Something different. Try it.
Each 75c
EorHeEN (Out of the East)
Soft, ivory-yellow, entirely overlaid buff, produc- ing an effect of rich antique ivory. Typical Dominion shape, the falls flaring widely, and with domed standards. Large blooms, freely produced, make this a marvel in the garden picture.
Each $5.00
EREBIAN
A self of rich, dark, bordeau red, lightened by a heavy gold beard. This iris, another of Dr. Loomis’ wonderful seedlings, was one of the finest things I saw at Freeport in 1930,
H. M. AIS 1930. Each $5.00
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EUPHONY
The Sass Brothers have given us, of late years. a series of irises of the Ophelia type, ranging in tone from deep yellow-browns to pale yellow-pinks. Eu- phony is one of the most beautiful and distinct of all this series. The standards are mustard yellow, waved and fluted, stained with light brown at the tips. Falls are squarely held, mustard yellow, flushed with blue in the central portion and overlaid soft brown. This is a lovely and bright color harmony, and the great freedom of bloom of this variety makes it a
heavy favorite. See color reproduction on page 13, ee : Each 75c EVADNE
Beautiful bronzy rose-red. This is one of the most brillant of all irises when seen in a mass or clump. Sure grower and tremendous multipher. Kach 25c¢
FISMES Seldom offered and quite rare. A large blend of cream, yellow and olive, with rich orange beard,
FrrepA Mour pee
Dependable anywhere, despite the fact that it was originated in California and contains tender blood. I have found it perfectly at home in Ohio, Minnesota. and New England, as well as in the moist climate of the Pacific Northwest. The color is a lively shade of violet-pink, standards slightly lighter than the falls. Its huge size and great height make it a leader in
any color class. Each $1.00; three for $2.00
FRIVOLITE
This French introduction is offered great improvement upon the variety Marquisette. The gen- eral effect is one of rich and brilliant shrimp-pink, the entire blossom seemingly dusted with gold dust. Mr. Sherman Duffy, eminent iris authority and writer, states in Bulletin No. 41 for October, that during the past blooming season Frivolite made a distinct impression upon him, and that he considered it the finest thing in its class. A very lovely and unique novelty. Rapid of increase. See cut on page 5.
Y h A - th i GAVIOTA Each $2.00; three for $5.00
A creamy white plicata, with yellow and brown stitchings. Very fast increaser, and a color combina-
Each 25c
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tion seldom seen.
Gay HussAR A gay thing, indeed! A combination of richest and brightest yellow and velvety ox-blood red falls.
g ae Each 75 GeorGE J. TRIBOLET re tas
This variety, rating 90, is one of our finest very dark irises. The color is blackish-purple, overlaid with a bronzy suffusion, and ht with a fine yellow
beard. Vigorous and tall. Each 25c GEORGE YELD
An attractive and brilhant combination of apri- cot and crimson, the standards shaded rose, and the falls edged with a narrow band of buff. Another very easy grower and exceptionally prolific bloomer.
a _ anes 5 Each 25c GERMAINE PERTHUIS
A wonderful iris, with substance lke leather. A huge, glowing flower of bright red-purple, with a fiery orange beard. Very fragrant.
. " Each 60c; tl for $1.50 GLOWING EMBERS ac c; three for $
Tan or chamois colored standards; falls of rich crimson with netted hafts of orange and _ yellow. Large bloom, very tall, and with heavy foliage.
* Each 35c; three f 1.00 GOLDEN PROMISE ree for $
Clear vellow standards, the falls yellow with lav- ender and golden bronze tints near the haft.
‘ Each 35c; three for $1.00 Gop IMPERIAL
A solid chrome yellow self. Exceptionally rapid of increase, it soon makes a golden spot in the border.
~ . Each 25c¢ GoLbD STREAM
A very tall cream-yelow, with brillant orange beard, giving it a very striking appearance.
GRACE STURTEVANT penne
Almost blaek-brown when first opening, this huge velvety Dominion seedling stands as one of the most Each $2.50
popular of all irises.
GOLDILOCKS
Uniform yellow of a smooth, soft finish. I saw a splendid clump of this blooming in Mr. Wayman’s garden. Not only is it one of the loveliest vellows we have, but the style and finish of the flower is espe- cially pleasing. It was loaded with blooms, on three- foot stems, and the low and numerous branehes make it a showy subject in the garden. An extra rapid increaser of unquestionable hardiness. Each $5.00
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Gotp Top
Introduced by Carl Salbach in 1931. Rich old gold standards, set off by falls that are red violet in the center and edged old gold. The style arms and beard afford a further touch of gold. Blooms very early and continues all through the season, the colors growing richer as the season advances; 42 inches tall and well branched. To me, this iris presented the novel appearance of being fashioned out of brass, because of the odd brass-yellow color effect. You surely will lke it.
Each $2.50; three for $6.00
Hassan
This is a seedling of Zulu crossed with Moonlight, carrying the Dominion form and substance of the former and the general color tone of the latter. The standards are a glistening sulphury yellow, the falls quite similar, overlaid and suffused smoky violet with heavy greenish gold reticulations on white at the haft. Certificate of merit at the London show in 1930, Each $2.50; three for $6.00
HERNANI Among the brightest and most free flowering of the red group. The standards are rosy red, the falls are very brilliant garnet-red and are held horizon- tally. Planted with such pinkish toned varieties as Frivolite it presents a most striking pure red effect. Mr. Wister had a fine clump of this when I visited his garden in 1931 and I thought it the reddest iris T had seen at that time. Each $3.00 HENRI RIVIERE The huge waxen standards are solid lemon yel- low, the broad falls are delicate mauve, edged canary vellow and blending into canary yellow at the throat. An exquisite pale blend, the predominant note being bright yellow. This iris is of very large size, produced on vigorous stems, and M. Millet, the French hybridist, regards it as his highest achieve- ment. Each $2.50 INDIAN CHIEF Well named, for while classed as one of our su- perior reds, it carries a bronzy overcast, being re- garded by some critics as a red blend. At any rate, Indian Chief is one of the most popular of the newer things, and a credit to Doctor Ayres, its introducer. A stalk of this was exhibited at the Boston show, and was one of the most talked of irises in the entire display. The velvety falls are deep blood-red, blended with bronze, and the standards are considerably lighter in tone. A large flower, quite tall, and very well branched. Shown in color on page 9. Each $2.00; three for $5.00 IMPERATOR A rose-red self, overlaid bronze and with consid- erable brown at the throat. Flower of good size and shape. Each 35c ION An improved ‘‘Swazi’’ of great size, very deep 3radley’s violet of wonderful form and immense size. Cream beard.
Each $1.00
JANE WILLIAMSON
Exquisite blend of rose, old gold and maroon. Not large, but very floriferous and especially lovely.
Each 50c; three for $1.25 JEAN CHEVREAU
A dainty speckled plicata of cream and white, heavily dotted with brown and flushed buff.
Each 25¢ JEAN CAYEUX
The most striking new iris flowering in our gar- dens last season. This sensational flower is fully described on page 4, being one of our foreign novel- ties offered for the first time in America.
Each $20.00
JuLiA MARLOWE Large and tall, giving a pink and red effect. One of Shull’s best introductions. Each 25c
Kine Tut
One of the inherent qualities of the many new Sass irises is the element of rich red-brown in the various color schemes. This has been accomplished through the use of King Tut in the various crosses, and in spite of his almost countless progeny, the King still remains the most brilliant of all, blazing in the sunlight like a live ember. Easy to grow, a free flowerer. Every iris grower should have it.
Each $1.00; three for $2.50 KANSAS
This iris was introduced by Walter Timmerman, of Kansas City, and although but little known, it is certainly one of the very finest, large flowered, rose pink varieties. The color slightly resembles Frieda Mohr, but the flower is of an entirely different shape, being more rounded and without the wide, flaring falls. It is just a little hghter in tone, with a pale yellow beard.
Each 75c; three for $2.00
Kinc Mipas
One of the first of the tall bearded irises to flower. Of a soft and bewitching tone of golden buff overlaid garnet brown. The heavy beard is deepest orange, and the entire center of the bloom is illumi- nated with intense golden lghts. Perfect in every detail. Medium in height.
Each $2.50 KING SOLOMON
One of the recent arrivals from England that was heralded as a giant and improved Dominion. We paid $50 for a single rhizome two years ago, but in our garden it has failed to come up with such things as Meldoric and Blue Velvet. For those who care to try it, we offer our limited stock at—
Each $2.00 KLAMATH
A great, heavily textured, perfectly formed flow- er in tones of deep mulberry, bronze and brown. Not brilliant, but remarkably rich and sombre, suggest- ing arare antique or valuable old tapestry.
Each $2.50; three for $6.00
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Special Midgard Collection Any 10, Your Choice, for $3.00
Midgard, Allies, Candlelight, Coppersmith, De- heht, Fismes, Germaine Perthuis, Jane William- son, La Bohemmiene, Labor, Montour, Rhein- gauperle, Romolo, Rosa Bonheur, San Louis Rey, Vesper Gold, Wedgwood, or Bruno. Or any
of those in the ‘**Asia’’ collection on page 21.
“CLARA NOYES”’
Special Clara Noyes Collection
Any 10, Your Choice, for $20.00 Any 5, Your Choice, for 10.00
Clara Noyes, Dauntless, Egypt, Mable Taft, Sacramento, Tapestry, Venus de Milo, Persia,
Zuni (see cut, page 9), Klamath, Peaches, Wam- bliska, or any of those in the **Frivolite’’ col-
lection on page 5.
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KING KARL
A dotted and sanded plata in apricot tones, with specks of brown and red, giving it a unique and attractive effect. A large flower; late. Each 40c
LA BOHEMIENNE A queer thing in deep hellebore red, bright orange beard. Small, but certainly a novelty.
Each 35c; three for 90c LABOR
A deep garnet colored flower, overlaid with a copper and bluish sheen. This unusual tone has made Labor one of the best sellers of the past two seasons. This iris crowds Opera out of the picture, and is most effective as a clump where its intense color can be displayed to most advantage.
: Each 60c; three for $1.50 L’ AIGLON
A flower of coppery tones, shaded red. Strong erowing, with very fine large flowers abundantly produced. I recall a wonderful clump of this in Mr. Mead’s garden in Fort Wayne, Ind. At that time I thought it superior to Coppersmith, which it resem- bles, and many regard it the best of Shull’s intro- ductions. Each 50c
Le CORREGE
A very deep red-brown, with glowing orange beard. The standards are overlaid bronze. A browner and richer Ambassadeur; a really great iris.
Each $1.00; three for $2.00 LEGEND
A huge flower of the Cardinal type, rich deep claret in color, with heavy velvety falls. One of the largest and most majestic. irises in our garden. It is taller than Cardinal, darker in color, and very much larger. An introduction from the Wareham collec- tion, in Cincinnati, Ohio. Each $4.00
LINDBERGH
A new variety, having standards of lavender blue and falls of rich violet blue, bordered lavender. A striking flower. Each 75c
LOELIA
An odd but very beautiful flower of deep helo- trope overlaid copper. This is a recent French sort, and very rare. Each 50c
Loetitia MicHaupb
Gigantic in size, perfect in every detail, this iris retains its popularity in spite of numerous compet- itors. Of an even tone of soft lobelia-blue, a little deeper than the blue of the sky, a hght yellow beard for contrast. This ofttimes grows shoulder high, and is one of the many irises classed as tender that can be depended upon to thrive in almost any section of the country. Among the indispensables. Bach $1.00
LopESTAR
A variegata with brightest yellow standards, and very dark falls. It made a fine showing in Mr. Wis- ter’s garden, and I was pleased to find a beautiful clump in Mr. Wayman’s display on Long Island. Of such perfection in every way that I felt I could not do without it, even though we have two richly colored irises of this type in Crown Prince and Beau
MELDORIC
Sabreur. Lodestar is quite different from either of these, Each $1.00
Los ANGELES
Sister seedling of the wonderful plicata San Fran- cisco. A giant in size, snowy white, with faint edg- ings of lavender-blue. Splendid stalks were on ex- hibit in the St. Paul iris show, and it was growing and blooming lustily in the Schreiner garden in that city, indicating that it is really quite hardy when once acclimated. Each $2.00
Lorp LAMBOURNE
Very early, a tall and prolific blooming iris in tones of rosy fawn and brilliant madder crimson. Hafts netted with brown and gold. One of the very best iris at a low price. Each 25c¢
LARGO This is one of the two or three most outstanding new irises the writer saw last season. Really an un- found gem, because it has received almost no public- ity and very few have ever seen or heard of it. The flower is of extra fine form and size, the stalks very tall and perfectly branched, and it lasted over a long period. Color is a harmony of wax yellow, mus- tard yellow, and citron yellow, the falls delicately overlaid mauve. Ina class with Henri Riviere. Came- liard, and Gold Top, but having characteristics all its own; we regard it as the finest of the lot. Each $7.50
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Mary GEpDpDES
A genuine novelty. ‘‘Indeed, it is one of the most stunning in color I have seen this year—or any year. It was so lovely we returned to it several times, going the following day to see it in its home garden, where it stood out among hundreds of seedlings. It is tall, the bloom well placed on a nice stalk. A self color of light ochraceous salmon, which should in- trigue one planning for color in the garden.’’—Mrs. Hires, in A. I. S. Bulletin for July, 1930. A seedling raised by T. A. Washington of Nashville, and intro- duced by Mrs. Thos. Nesmith of Lowell, Mass.
Each $8.00
Mase. Tarr
A giant Dominion violet blue, particularly out- standing among irises of this color class. Long ad- mired by erities visiting the Taft estate, and Mr. Wareham has always been urged to introduce this.
Each $3.00 M. A. PorTErR
A very large seedling produced by E. G. Lapham, of Elkhart, Ind. Standards are close to Gaudichau in color, with much darker falls. A very deep violet of heavy substance, with brilliant orange beard. The growth of stem and leaf is very rampant, indicative of its vigor and size. Each $7.50
MAGNIFICA
As the name imphes, a grand thing of monster size; a bright. glowing red violet. with throat over- laid soft brown. The standards are lighter in tone. almost pink. and exceptionally broad. A most im- pressive variety. Each 25c
MAJESTIC
Standards clear blue, flushed bronze; falls broad and squarely held, of brilliant raisin purple. <A Dominion seedling of wonderful form and huge size, with very tall and well branched stalks. Bach 25c
MELDORIC
Finest dark iris in existence today. This was a sensation in the gardens of Dr. Ayres in Cin- cinnati for two years, prior to our acquisition of the stock and subsequent introduction of it in 1931. It has created a fine impression in England, where it has flowered for two seasons.
Meldoric combines the richness of Dominion with the size and majesty of Mesopotamica, without the tenderness of the latter strain. The flowers are blue-black in effect, colossal in size,
with broad, flaring falls and huge standards of
darkest hue. It is more purple and less blue than Blue Velvet. This magnificent iris carries the endorsement of almost every iris critic who has seen it in flower. A gorgeous stalk. almost shoulder high, flowering in Weed’s Gardens at Beaverton this past season, was the very finest single specimen iris this writer has ever viewed. See color reproduction on cover. HW. M. AIS 1931. Monster rhizomes, each $7.50
Mary BARNETT A beautiful clear blue self with exceptionally brilliant center. This is a free blooming sort, and vives a very remarkable pale blue splash of color. Each 35c; three for 90c Mary GIBson Soft blend of peach and apricot. An entrancingly beautiful variety, producing many flowers on tall, wiry stems. Rapid of increase and a sure grower. Each 25c MESSALINE One of the fairly recent French sorts which is known to but few growers. The standards of this iris are especially gorgeous, appearing as if covered with eold dust: the underlying color is light chamois. Falls are corinthian red, striped cream and buff. A large and tall iris, with broad foliage tinged purple at the base. We have built up a nice stock and offer it at a very reasonable price. Each $1.00; three for $2.50 MELCHIOR In many ways this was the outstanding iris bloom- ing in our gardens in 1932. The deep velvet-maroon flowers left nothing to ask for in either size, shape, or all-round iris perfection. My own color descrip- tion would be ‘‘a self of velvety-garnet, with beard of bronze-yellow.’’ Melchior was introduced in Eng- land as an improved Mrs. Valerie West, but with us it is distinctly different, and we personally regard it as one of the world’s very best. Each $2.00; three for $5.00 Margquirta The brilliant new French iris which is offered for the first time in this country. Complete description
on page 4. Each $12.00
MARQUISETTE
An odd tone of ‘‘shrimp pink’’. This is slightly similar to Frivolite, except that it is several shades lighter and lacks the golden sheen of this newer sort. Marquisette is most effective when established as a
two-year clump. Each $1.00
MAGENTA
Very deep amethyst-violet, a shade not compar- able to any other iris. Very free blooming, with flowers better than average size. This is another variety which makes a grand showing on a two-year clump, and especially when planted adjacent to pink
or yellow. Each $1.50
MapGARD
Three years ago this was hailed as the best pro- duction ever turned out by the Sass Brothers. The yellow-pink blended flowers introduced a new color note, and it became immediately so popular that there has never been sufficient stock to supply the demand. It is one of the most reliable new varieties for severe climates, besides being a very free bloomer and rapid multipher. Its future is assured. See
page 13. Each 50c; three for $1.00
MICHELLINE CHARRAIRE Beautiful tall white, with golden beard. A clear white of large size, and very desirable. Each 75c
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MILDRED PRESBY A distinct type with palest vellow standards and bright ruby falls, with a hairline of yellow at the edge. A very dependable and attractive variety. Each 25¢ MINISTRE FERNAND Davip A masterpiece in deep, rich, dark purple. This recent French introduction received much praise when first seen in Mrs. Pattison’s garden at Free- port, Tl. A huge, well shaped flower, that has been awarded many certificates and prizes abroad. Each $6.00 MrIRASOL
A very fine large yellow, containing some Meso-
potamica blood, but reasonably easy to grow. The flowers are of large size, well formed, slightly
rounded, and there are no markings to detract from the solid golden yellow color. Rich yellow beard. Three feet in height. Each $1.50
MME. CECILE BOUSCANT Clear orchid pink, beard yellow-white. Very large flower and a lovely thing, but not a free bloomer. Each 75c Mme. DuRRAND
One of the most unusual and most beautiful irises in the world, a blend of pale buff and creamy laven- der, marked old gold. A heavy flowerer, fine in every way, but rather tender in cold sections where it should have protection and perfect drainage.
Each 50c; three for $1.25 MME. GAUDICHAU
Very early dark violet blue self, with heavy gold beard. Perfect in form and substance and of velvety texture. Very fragrant. Each 25c
Moon Maaic
I was privileged to visit Mr. Shull’s own garden in Chevy Chase in 1931, and found this excellent iris at its very best. It is of a general buff-yellow tone, smooth and creamy in texture, of wonderful form. There is little doubt in my own mind but that Moon Magie will be proclaimed as Shull’s greatest achievement since he gave us Morning Splendor. The accompanying photo gives a good idea of the oppu- lence of bloom, branching, and general all-’round good qualities which go to make this an iris of rare merit. He Me AIS 1922. Each $5.00
MONTEREY
Dark bronzed red-purple, a very deep tone of mulberry, stained with dregs of wine. The broad, velvety falls are edged with the lighter tone of the standards. Another of the Mitchell giants from Cal- ifornia, with all good points, reaching a height of
four feet, Each $1.50
MOoNTOUR
This little gem was growing in Mrs. Kelloge’s fa- mous garden (Over-the-Garden-Wall) in a group in- cluding Dauntless, and it struck me at first sight as an abridged edition of the giant red. The colors are more subdued, a medley of deep pink and brown, set with a bright orange beard. Fine for the front of a planting where taller sorts are used in the back-
ground. Montour is perfect in every detail, in a class entirely apart from most irises of dwarf stature. Each 50c; three for $1.00
MOONLIGHT One of the earliest, a giant white with green and gold reticulations. Very heavy gold beard. Bach 25c
MorRNING SPLENDOR
Certainly among the best no matter what the price. A huge flower of crimson or wine color, per- feet in every detail. Has received many awards and is surpassed by nothing in its color class.
Each 25c; per dozen $1.50 MOTHER OF PEARL
The name describes’ the color, Very tall, a reli- able bloomer. Bach 25c
Mrs. VaLerte WEst
Of the long line of Dominion seedlings put out by Mr. Bliss, he considers this his crowning achieve- ment. It combines the rich colorings of Bruno and Cardinal into a flower of greater size on a taller stem, widely branched, and produces its enormous blossoms in great profusion. Heretofore the price of this has been almost prohibitive for widespread distribution, but our stock has increased so that we are able to offer it at the following unprecedented low price. Each $1.00; three for $2.50
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MRS. VALERIE WEST
Mrs. Marion CrRAN
One of the finest pink-toned iris ever introduced. Jxceptionally tall, with large, well-formed flowers of bright rose-pink. This is the true variety, not to be confused with ‘* Marion Cran’’.
Each 30c; three for 75c
Mrs. HERBERT HOOVER
One of the new pink or near-pink varieties. The standards are old rose, lightly tinged with bronze, and are broad and ruffled. Falls are a deeper rose, with midrib of turquoise blue. The center of the flower is lit with a most brilliant .beard and style arms. Exceptionally free flowering and rapid of in- crease. Stems are tall and well branched. In a class with Frivolite and Marquisette; between the two in general color effect.
Moa
Deep purple, almost black when first opening. A huge, very impressive flower of the original Domin- ion seedling set. Heavy stalks, 40 inches tall.
Each 50c; three for $1.00
Each $5.00
NEBRASKA Deep golden yellow, with prominent veinings of reddish brown in the falls. A good sized flower, shehtly ruffled. Each 50c
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NENE
Has the reputation of being the world’s largest iris, and it certainly is a genuine stunner. The flow- ers are of staggering size, up to nine inches in height, and are produced on stems which almost remind one of corn stalks. In addition to its size, Nene is really a beautiful iris, with lilae standards and falls of rich wine-red, darker at the haft. Stock limited.
Each $2.00 NINGAL
One of the recent productions of Dr. Ayres, of Cincinnati. A most lovely and unusual blend, unlike anything now in commerce, The standards are pure bronzy buff, extra large, and nicely domed. The flaring falls are of a smooth, warm buff, overlaid with iridescent very pale blue. This blue shading is deepest near the center and gradually fades to pale buff at the margin. Gigantic in stature, being up to 46 inches tall. Very few rhizomes; each $25.00
NumMA ROUMESTAN
Deep but bright garnet red, of a uniform shade in both standards and falls. More uniform in color than Dauntless; not as large nor as tall, however. Free blooming, and gives a fine red note in the gar-
den. Very late. Each $2.00
NURMAHAL
One of the magnificent seedlings introduced by Col. Nicholls of Ithaca, N. Y. Standards deep brown, with a hint of violet, very large, circular and domed. Falls very deep black-brown with a red undertone. Yellow beard. Of the Grace Sturtevant type, but a larger flower with better substance and much finer standards. A wonderful new iris that is sure to attract instant attention. Each $6.00
Nusku
Lovely old rose and yellow blend, a very luminous flower, tall and stately. Introduced by Mrs. Thos. Nesmith of Lowell, Mass., and my favorite of her seedlings. Flowers of large size, about three feet in
height. Each $1.50
OMAHA
A beautiful coral-red self, with orange producing a very striking contrast. Blooms are extra large and of lovely rounded form. The color effect is deep and brilliant pink, rather than red, and the petals have a glistening and fragile appearance, al- though on the contrary they stand up perfectly. A considerable novelty in color, and one of Sass’s finest.
Height about 30 inches. Each 75c; three for $2.00
beard,
OPHELIA
A blend of cream, old gold, pink, and pale blue, difficult to at once describe, but one of the loveliest
of all irises. A beautiful variety under artificial light. Each 75c; three for $2.00 OPERA
An old but ever popular sort of rich ruby effect. Smaller and shorter than Morning Splendor.
Each 25c
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OREGON BEAUTY
A large and well formed iris of Dominion blood, with standards shaded rose and chamois, the falls broad and flaring, a brilliant reddish-violet lightened with terra cotta, and edged the color of the stan-
dards. Each $4.00 OREGON GIANT
Colossal flower of very dark coloring, the haft heavily marked and veined on a cream ground.
Each $4.00 PADRE
One of the newer sorts from California. A huge bloom of tall stature, with yellow and lavender blended standards, and rosy purple falls, flushed
blue. Amber beard and style arms. Each $1.50 PALEMON Coloring of the old ‘‘Afterglow’’, but a finer
flower and much taller. A blend of lavender and yellow. Each 25c
PEERLESS
A magnificent iris of very bright mahogany red. One of the very largest, and of wonderful effect with its bright red color and heavy gold beard.
Each $1.00 PEACHES
A warm and bright blend of peach, apricot, and orange. Not so deep in color as Clara Noyes, and with more creamy markines in the falls. I saw this flowering as a clump in the garden of Mr. Hans Sass, and it was alive with flowers, presenting a bright, yet soft and delicate mass of color.
Each $3.00; three for $8.00
PHEBUS
A new yellow from Cayeux. Unlike Pluie d’Or, this iris is a uniform shade of lemon yellow, abso- lutely pure. Fine rounded flower of good size, over three feet tall. The lemon color introduces a new tone in iris of this class. Phebus was the high spot in French introductions in 1930, and was priced at one thousand frances. It is a very rapid inereaser. See cut on page 5, Each $7.50
PERSIA One of Dr. Ayres’ masterpieces. Blended shades of pale blue, lavender, grey, and bronze, with a
smoky veil enveloping the entire flower. Massive blooms in great abundance, with many tall and
splendidly branched stalks. A well named variety that will prove an asset in any iris garden,
Each $3.00; three for $8.00 PINK SATIN
Finest of all American pink irises. Jacob Sass raised dozens of excellent pink seedlings, and this one was deemed as most outstanding of all. The color is a very delicate and smooth, yet glistening and brilhant, pink without the usual rose or purplish cast. The stalks are tall and slender, with blooms of large size. Very rapid of increase, and of course
perfeetly hardy. Each $7.50
PLUIE D’OR Z
A beautiful iris, on slender, perfectly branched stalks well over three feet tall. Fine rounded flow- ers of solid golden yellow, with deep yellow beard. Winner of the Dykes medal in France, it has proven an outstanding variety of this color both in Europe and America. Wherever I have traveled I have found hybridizers at work with crosses from this variety, an indication of the regard in which it is held by our foremost introducers.
Each $1.75; three for $4.00 PRIMROSE
Another yellow, the standards lighter than the falls. A flower of good size and shape; undoubtedly one of the best low-priced sorts. Each 35¢
PurIssIMA
If you live in the Pacific Northwest, in California or in the South, by all means add this glorious white to your collection! Nothing that grows can compare with it when flowered under congenial conditions. Growers in colder and wetter sections of the coun- try can also succeed with it, but it must have win- ter protection except in warm climates. A normally flowered stalk of Purissima is a never-to-be-forgot- ten sight. Each $1.00; three for $2.50
PIONEER
A glowing flower of deep red purple. No veining whatever to detract from the solid, rich, purple col- oring. Of good size and quite tall. Each 25c
PONGEE
Recent introduction of light chamois or ‘‘pongee’’ shade. Small flower, valuable as a clump when the tall, thin stems show off the flowers to best advan-
tage. Each $2.00 PRINCESS OSRA
Charming plicata, different from the usual run of this type, since the white ground color is not only edged with a blue stitching, but the entire flower is speckled and stained with blue.
Each 25c; three for 50c PRESIDENT PILKINGTON
The third of our new offerings from France for 1933. A great flower in pale pastel shades, described in detail on page 4. Each $10.00
RAMONA Another blend similar to Rameldo, with more blue in it, and a very bright orange beard. Each 25¢
RAMESES
The 1932 Dykes medal winner in America. A very vigorous, healthy grower in all parts of the country and a fast inereaser and free Rameses is a symphony in rose, pink
flowerer. and buff, shading to yellow near the edges, and with a yellow glow at the center. Heavy apricot beard. 36 inches and over in height, gracefully
branched. Limited stock.
Each $4.00
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SANTA BARBARA
REALM Intense, pure rich blue self. this elass.
One of the best of Each 75c
Rep DoMINION
The much-heralded garnet-red Dominion from Dr. Ayres, introduced last year by Quality Gardens. I thrilled at the sight of this iris when I saw it grow- ing in the garden of the originator, and have always spoken highly of it since that time. While the stan- dards are a shade lighter than the falls, it is practi- cally a self in effect—a piece of rich red velvet. The buds are particularly striking. Very limited stock.
H. M, AIS 1931. Each $15.00
Rep Rose
An enormous bloom of perfect shape and habit, considered by Col. Nicholls as the finest iris he has ever turned out. Standards deep petunia-violet, domed. Falls deep red-violet, uniformly colored to the edge. Yellow beard. The flower is of splendid rounded shape, a brilliant, glowing iris that lights up in the garden like a huge ruby. This iris sold at sight when in bloom, and as a result was unobtain- able later in the season last summer.
HVE VALS: 1932: Each $10.00
RHEINGAUPERLE A pink of the utmost beauty and distinction. To see it 1s to want it. Petals are edged with silver.
Each 40c; three for $1.00
RHEINTOCHTER A recent German variety of deep red purple.
Each 50c ROMOLO
A monster Dominion, Light rose standards, bright red-violet falls. One of the hehtest colored of the
Dominions. Each 40c; three for $1.00
Rosa BONHEUR Old gold standards, the falls same color, overlaid
lavender and edged buff. Each 35c
Rosapo A fine rose pink from California. Very tall, and
blooms prolifieally. Each 25c
ROSAKURA
A Williamson introduction of high merit, the name of which I understand means ‘‘Rising Sun’’. Like our old and true friend, Morning Splendor, this new iris needs to be seen with the sun behind it to be at its best. Then the rosy-purple standards and the rich red-purple falls take on a magnificence and splendor seldom found in any iris. Mrs. Hires, noted iris eritic, has remarked that Rosakura is among Wil- liamson’s masterpieces and her favorite of his 1930
introductions. Each $1.50; three for $4.00 RHEA
Something of the coloring found in the old Iso- line, but a flower of highest merit and stateliness. Tawny heht violet, overlaid buff. This seedling from the Longfield Iris Farm has never been accorded the popularity it deserves.
Each 40c; three for $1.00 SANTA BARBARA
Here we have an iris which approaches perfec- tion in the shape and size of its flowers, and in addi- tion is possibly the finest and clearest lavender-blue so far introduced. The exhibition rating of 91 is well deserved. Having been in commerce sufficiently long to become fairly plentiful, it can now be bought at the following surprisingly low prices:
Each 30c; three for 75c
SACRAMENTO
A phleata of the San Franciseo type, but with reddish brown dots and reticulations instead of the usual blue or lavender. Ground color is a creamy white. A very tall variety, the large flowers being produced on well branched stems. This is another iris which was given one of the highest awards of the Iris Society in 1951, an H. M. It is probably even more dependable in unfavorable climates than are many of the other California productions,
Each $2.50 SACHEM
A glorified King Tut, grown by Dr. Loomis. Glor- ious in richest tones of red-brown, of heavy velvety texture. This, together with Erebian, was regarded as my choice of all the seedlings which Dr. Loomis had growing on trial at Mrs. Pattison’s garden in 1930.
Each $7.50
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SAN DIEGO
Monster blue, a seedling of Mme. Gaudichau, with the Mesopotamica qualities of height and large size. The color is a uniform shade of deep blue, with rich yellow beard. Awarded an H. M. by the American Tris Society i 9 Sd. Each $1.50
SAN Louis REY
On the order of Opera, but twice the size, and borne on beautifully branched stalks over three feet high. Center of the fall shades from red-purple into soft brown, with practically no veining, and a bright orange beard sets it off. Each 50c; three for $1.00
SAN FRANCISCO
A four-foot plicata that has been awarded the Dykes medal by the American Iris Society. No other pheata approaches it in size and grandeur, heaviness of texture, or wide and low branching habit. It is not an iris for severe climates, but is worth the pro tection of a box or glass covering during the winter. In warmer sections it grows perfectly and is one of the truly ‘‘greats’’ of the iris world. At the price quoted it is worth trying even if you fail with it.
Each $1.50 SENLAC
Introduced by the Orpington Nurseries in Ene- land, this richly colored iris stands out as the red- dest yet to come from that country. With blooms larger than the best of the Dominion race, it carries its brillant claret-red flowers on strongly branched stems, and is so highly regarded in England that it is
rated at 91. Each $5.00
SENSATION
A clear and crisp self of cornflower blue, perfect In every way. Sensation was awarded the silver cup for the most outstanding flower in the Boston iris show, June 1931. It has no peer among the blue selfs.
Each $2.00
SELENE
A pure white of large size and lovely form, and of extra heavy substance. Introduced by Mr. Con- nell, the man who gave us the famous Dauntless. This variety was named for ‘‘The Moon Goddess’’.
Each $5.00
SIKH
Although this iris was introduced in England only recently, we were fortunate enough to secure it three years ago, and now have a large supply of well-grown plants. The color and form somewhat resemble Bruno, but is both more brilliant and cop- pery. Of largest size, on heavy stems, with broad foliage. It bloomed in the fall in our gardens.
Each $1.00; three for $2.50 Sir MICHAEL
Unquestionably the finest blue and purple bicolor in the world. Standards are clear blue, falls deep rich mahogany, with a beard of red-gold. Regarded as the finest iris ever to come from England and a sensation wherever shown. In our own wet North- west, in dry and sunny California, and in Nebraska,
Ohio, and the colder Minnesota and New England, we found it blooming equally well. A super iris, if ever there was one.
Each $1.75; three for $4.00 SONATA
A beautiful blend of the Mme. Durrand type. Standards are olive-buff, shading to sulphine yellow at the base. Falls lilae in the center, quickly shading out to the color of the standards. A fine large flower that is an excellent substitute where Mme. Durrand is tender. Each 75c
SUNLIGHT
A most luminous, tall yellow from Miss Sturte- vant, large in size, and of extra good garden effect. The color is quite light, between cream and straw, with a beard of fiery orange-red. Free blooming and a tremendous increaser. This iris has been awarded an Honorable Mention by the American Iris Society when exhibited as a seedling.
Each $1.75; three for $4.00 SUSAN BLIss
A pink of great refinement and perfect form. Pale orange beard. Its rapid growth is a desirable feature. Each 25c¢
SWAZI
One of the deep blue Dominions, considered by many as the finest of all. A very rich and velvety dark blue, with heavy gold beard. Tall and well
branched. Each 75c Tay MAHAL
An old and well-known white, making a fast increase. Each 25c ‘TALISMAN
To those who know the Talisman rose, it need only be suggested that this iris is worthy of the name. The whole flower is a rich golden yellow sut- fused with peach-pink, more deeply in the falls than in the standards. There is an electric blue flush down the center of the falls, and the haft is reticulated bronze. Three feet tall; deliciously scented. From the Orpington Nurseries in England.
Limited stock; each $7.50 ‘TENEBRAE
Richest, darkest purple. A very early Dominion of rapid growth and wonderful color effect.
Each 25c
SURPRISE
Monster blue, flushed heliotrope, on stems up to four feet in height. The intense orange beard is a salient feature. This is our own intro- duction, and we are proud of the fact that it
has been well received in all sections of the country. A fit companion to such blues as Santa Barbara, Loetitia Michaud, and Duchess Sarah. Bold foliage. almost evergreen.
Each $1.00; three for $2.00
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ASTA
THEODOLINDA
A gigantic plicata comparable to the famous pair from California — San Francisco and Los Angeles. However, this new seedling is a product from the gardens of Dr. Ayres of Cincinnati, and is therefore perfectly hardy anywhere.
Stock very limited; each $25.00 TIGER-TIGER
Wareham’s finest red, a brilliant iris of a shade entirely distinct from Dauntless. The very large blooms are rather rounded in shape, abundantly borne on three-foot stems. Splendid as either a spec- imen or a garden clump. Each $10.00
TITAN
One of the original Dominion Seedlings, and one of the largest irises in cultivation. The color is a rather drab purple, but the perfection of form, last-
For the beginner in Ivis, we again offer our
“ASIA COLEEC TION
Any 12, Your Choice, $2
Yes, it’s true! Just think of it—vou pick out any 12 from the following lst of 40 lovely beauties, all correctly labeled and postpaid, for only $2. And the plants are guaranteed to be of first size only, not little nub- bins such as some growers send out in cheap lots.
Asia, Argynnis, Aliquippa, Aphrodite, Apache, Ambassa- duer, Bonita, Citronella, C. E. Stringer, Dream, Duke of York, Evadne, Gold Imperial, George Yeld, Golden Promise, Glowing Embers, Geo. Tribolet, Gaviota, Juha Marlowe, Jean Chevreau, Magnifica, Mildred Presby, Majestic, Morning Splendor, Mother of Pearl, Mrs. Marion Cran, Mary Gibson, Opera, Palemon, Pioneer, Princess Osra, Queen Caterina, Ramona, Rosado, Santa Barbara, Souv. Mme. Gaudichau, Tenebrae, Titan, 27th of Avril, Tropic Seas, and True Charm.
BE SURE to list two or three second choices, in case we are sold out of some in your list.
ing substance and immense size cause it to remain quite popular. Each 25c; three for 60c
TROPIC SEAS Very tall flower of intense blue tones, with a most brilliant deep orange beard. A striking iris.
Each 25c TRUE CHARM
Although inexpensive, True Charm is one of the very best things ever introduced, and still holds its. place in any company. A plieata, of clear, sparkhng white, with the standards and falls delicately etched lavender. Bright orange beard. It is up to four feet in height, especially well branched, and the blue- green foliage has a distinctive rush-hke appearance, drooping near the top. This makes it an admirable plant for the edge of a pool, or for a position in the
border. Each 25c; $2.00 per dozen
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‘TAPESTRY
A subtle blend of monster size, smoky mul- berry in general color effeet, with the center of the fall intensely colored, passing out to the smoky tones of the standards. This variety ealls to mind Dr. Ayres’ famous ‘‘Persia’’. but the dominant note is dull red instead of dull blue. TAPESTRY is a favorite of Mrs. Ayres, who admired it especially as a cut flower in the house.
Each $3.00; three for $7.50
‘TuUscANY GOLD
An introduction from the Longfield Iris Farm, from whence came Dolly Madison and Rasakura. This one is a distinct shade of reddish-gold, a deeper eolored flower than Vesper Gold. Falls squarely
held. Each $1.75; three for $4.00
VALOR This remarkable flower was one of the sensations in the East last season, and every critic who saw it flower was enthusiastic over it. Col. Nichols, of Ithaca, N. Y., the introducer, thinks it his highest achievement thus far. In general effect Valor is a deep blackish blue violet bicolor, similar in some respects to Sir Michael, but a larger flower and with domed standards. One of the tallest of all varieties; very fragrant. H. M. AIS 1932. Very limited stock; each $15.00
VALENCIA Distinct flower with predominate orange tone, from whence it takes its name.
Each 25c
VERT-GALANT
hike Damon and Pythias, Vert-Galant and Depute Nomblot are usually seen together—they are ‘‘pals inseparable.’’ This one is in a distinct shade of bril- hant copper-red, with coppery fawn standards. In a California garden in 1930 I found one rhizome put- ting forth four huge stalks. It was the largest and most outstanding thing in Mr. Wister’s Philadelphia garden. In the garden of Robert Schreiner in St. Paul it was hkewise of stupendous size, its second
ZUNI
A glorious, glowing red-brown, overlaid with a coppery suffusion. Very early, but with so many buds to the stalk that it lasts well into
the season. The falls are a brilliant red when seen with the sun’s rays through them, and the standards seem as if sprinkled with gold dust. Large in size, well branched, and about 40 inches in height. See eut on page 5.
Each $4.00; three for $10.00
similar performance there, The brilliant copper tone has extra good carrying quality, and the four-foot spikes dominate the garden. Another Dykes medal winner.
Each $5.00 VESPER GOLD
Soft and smooth finished flowers of golden apri- cot. A very pleasing and distinct variety.
Each 35c; three for 90c 27TH AVRIL
Very strong growing, dark bicolor, with huge flowers on four-foot stalks.
Each 25c Wwm. Mour
This strange and beautiful hybrid is named for one of the world’s most famous hybridizers, and is considered as his greatest piece of work. The entire bloom is a self color of pale lilac, closely netted and veined with deep violet, producing a weird, yet very lovely effect. In some ways it resembles the variety ‘*Susiana’’, but lacks the dullness of this older sort, and is not at all difficult to grow. A monster flower, produced on stems up to 80 inches tall. See page 11.
Each $1.00; three for $2.50
VENUS DE MILO
Out of perhaps a dozen superb whites, all large, tall, and in varying degrees of purity and color, this one has been selected as the best. It is an absolutely clear white, of a warm creamy tone, with a yellow beard. In size it is much larger than any hardy white we have seen, with exception of Wambliska, which has a distinct blue flush in the standards. VENUS DE MILO has petals of extra heavy texture; in fact, it stood up better in a 90-degree sun than any other iris in our garden. This is introduced at an exceptionally low price for a super iris. It is
a rapid inereaser, and thus a low introductory EM 1932: Each $3.00; three for $8.00
price is permitted.
W.R. Dykes
No iris has come to us from any source that has carried greater advance publicity, and it is doubtful if any has created as much comment. Here is a yel- low iris that ranks with the very largest in size, with heavy crepey texture, and a color of richest golden- yellow. The falls are usually stained and streaked lightly with purple. In some flowers this is not evi- dent at all, but the beauty of the blossom is not marred in the least. It has flowered well in almost every section of the country, but it does demand per- fect drainage. Cold temperatures do not seem to harm the plant. A great novelty. Very limited stock.
Each $7.50
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WAMBLISKA
WACONDA One of the newer things from Hans Sass. Deep fuschia red; a very velvety and brilliant iris of wonderful size and character. H. M. AIS 1931, Each $1.50
W EDGEWoopD Sohd wedgewood blue, with white beard. A very effective iris where a real blue tone is desired.
Each 35c; three for 90c Wuirte & GoLp
Glistening, satiny white, lit by the bright golden beard—the only other color in it. Tall and free. Each 75c
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WAMBLISKA
The huge white self, raised by Jacob Sass of Omaha, Nebraska. This was the most sensational iris of 19350, and is being proclaimed by all who have seen it as the greatest hardy white in the world. Few irises In existence are larger in size, and it flowers abundantly on four-foot sturdy stems. A faint blue flush at the base of the standards gives it a cool ap- pearance, rather than the warm effect of creamy whites hike Purissima, Michelline Charriere, ete.
H. M. AIS: 1931. Each $3.00 YOLANDE Of the Mme. Gaudichau type, being both larger
and taller, with exceptionally fine falls.
Each 25c
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CULTIVATION OF BEARDED Tiss
It should be unnecessary to point out what must by now be generally an accepted fact, namely, that these Irises are essentially sun-lovers. Further- more that they should be planted in positions where good drainage exists, and should not be expected to give the best flowering results when placed in dense herbaceous borders where the sun can seldom penetrate to the rhiz- omes. If they can be grown in a sunny border by themselves so much the bet- ter; if not, then let them at least have a position in the front of the herba- ceous border. They are not particular as to soil, and are far better not top- dressed with patent manures, bone- meal, etc. The use of lime is often quoted as being essential, and is often very much overdone in consequence.
I have always found that a dressing of ground limestone dug into the Iris border at the first planting supplies all that is needed in this respect, and is, moreover, practically everlasting, in that it dissolves very slowly indeed, and therefore cannot be given in ex- cess.
Another important factor in the cul- tivation of these Irises is the trans- planting. Opinions vary as to the best time for this operation, but I am in- clined to think, after trying all times, that it makes little difference to the next year’s blooming whenever it is done, provided that the ground is in
By G. L. PILKINGTON, Hon. Sec. of the Iris Society of England.
good order for the work, and that it is not left until too late in the autumn.
Late-planted Irises seldom get a hold before the real winter sets in and are, in consequence, often “heaved” out of the soil by frosts, and make a poor show the following summer. There is no rule for dividing and transplanting Irises, such as “every third year,” as is often stated.
The condition of the plant must de- cide this. Some of the more rampant growers should be divided and trans- planted every other year, and if this is done it will be found that they rarely suffer from rhizome rot. The vigorous growers, if allowed to remain undis- turbed for a period as long as three years, make such a dense clump that the sunlight cannot penetrate, with the result that not only do they bloom sparsely, but often they are attacked by disease in the form of rhizome rot. This is particularly so in the case of Irises of the “Dominion” race.
A liberal use of superphosphate of lime, which can be incorporated in the soil whilst replanting the divisions, does much to ward off the attacks of this disease. ‘“‘Doubtful” rhizomes of varieties which are too valuable to throw away should have all the soil removed from them, be dipped in a mauve solution of permanganate of potash, and then left in a dry, airy
place for a month or six weeks before transplanting.
If they are going to rot they will do so in spite of all these precautions. If they survive they can be replanted with every prospect of success.
Owing to the vagaries of our weather I frequently have Irises on my hands waiting for suitable weather and soil conditions to replant them for a month or more at a time, and though the rhizomes dry up entirely and _ the leaves die down Considerably I have never found that the plant suffers in the least. Root-action goes on whilst the rhizome is in the dry state, and the plant goes ahead very quickly as soon as it is replanted. I would far rather adopt this principle than “heel in” the plants pending replanting, which generally results in the break- ing off of new fibrous roots which the plant has made during the period of waiting.
One other point about planting. The rhizomes should not be planted deep, but should be placed just below the level of the soil surface and the roots spread out to insure firm planting and room for expansion. The rhizome will soon work to the surface again, but if planted on the surface in the first in- stance it is not so easy to get the plant firm in the ground, which is essen- tial—"Gardening Illustrated.”
GROWING BULBOUS IRIS IN MASSACHUSETTS
A good many years ago dealers were in the habit of offering bulbs of Spanish Iris at very low prices, often as low as fifteen or twen- ty cents a hundred. At that time I was accus- tomed to buy a few hundred each year and plant them in the cutting garden. They were fairly hardy and in most cases would last for several years.
Then a few years ago I happened to be in England in July and saw the English Irises in blossom. Naturally I was completely captivated by them for they are wonderfully beautiful. As soon as I came home I wrote to one of the leading Iris specialists in the northeastern states, and asked him if he could supply me with the bulbs of the English Iris. His reply was that they did not carry them in stock nor recommend them to their clients as they were not entirely hardy and they did not like to supply their customers with anything which would prove a disappointment. Now, while this an- swer is entirely correct from the stand- point of the nurseryman, it did not completely satisfy me; so I went ahead and got bulbs of English, Dutch, and Spanish Tris and have been growing them ever since with the utmost satis- faction!
By Frank A. WAUGH
Let it be said at once that the dis- tinctions between Spanish, English, and Dutch Iris, are rather uncertain. For general garden purposes they may be all lumped together as Bulbous Iris. These are apparently not the same ones, however, mentioned by Mr. Wood in Flower Grower for January, page 18, but on the whole I think they will prove quite as satisfactory as those he mentions, to the average gardener.
There are very few nurseries in the Fastern states which carry any stock of these varieties, though some of the bulk importers will supply Spanish varieties especially. The best source of supply which I have found is the Pacific Northwest. From that section we get larger, stronger, better bulbs than we have ever secured from any other source.
These bulbs come to us in late sum- mer and are immediately planted in rows in the open garden, much as onion sets would be planted. They re- quire no special care. They should be put out as soon as received which will be the latter part of September or some time in October; the earlier the better. In nearly all cases they will make some fall growth, often as much as five or six inches of green shoot showing above the ground when win- ter arrives. However, they do not seem to suffer any serious consequences from the freezing of these fall sprouts.
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As a rule we put on evergreen boughs after the soil is thoroughly frozen; these are simply to hold the snow on as late as possible in the spring. No other protection is given. So far as I know we have never lost a bulb by winter freezing!
Some growers recommend that the bulbs be taken up after flowering late in July, dried out thoroughly, and re- planted in September. We have done this several times with entire success. We have also left bulbs out year after year with no appreciable deterioration. -
Some varieties increase in our gar- den, others hold their own, while some of them run out after a few years.
All of these varieties are extremely beautiful in flower. In fact they are one of the most striking plants in any garden. They are often compared with Orchids, and this is suggestive. Colors are mostly blue, white, and yellow. They are remarkably fine for cutting. Stems are tall, 12 to 30 inches, with good lines. The flowers last well in water.
According to- my observation, not fully verified by experiment, the im- portant requirements are clean, well- drained soil, with nearly full sunshine, but with protection from severe winds. It seems a pity that such beautiful plants as the Bulbous Irises should be neglected through a general misunder- standing of their cultural require- ments.—'Flower Grower.”
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GOLDEN BRONZE
DUTCH IRIS
Their hardiness and the large color range has made them very popular as garden subjects, the brillant clear yellows, flashing blues, and sparkling whites adding immeasurably to the spring border.
As with the Enghsh group, they are perfect mate- rial for cut flowers, as they will stand considerable handling and may be shipped safely for long dis- tances if cut when in bud.
These irises MUST BE PLANTED IN THE FALL, not later than October. They are perfectly hardy except in extreme cold sections, where they should have a muleh of salt hay or tree boughs.
If you are not growing them you are missing one of the real joys of gardening. Use them in masses as you would tulips or daffodils. Plant + inches deep.
ADRIAN BACKER. A uniform purple-lilac, good substance. Height 20 inches.
D. HARING. Standards greenish white, falls pure white; a very large flower of great substance. Early. height 26 inches.
GOLDEN BRONZE. Standards dark violet, edged bronze, falls attractive golden bronze. A very beau- tiful, extremely luminous flower of large size, 22 inches tall. Price per dozen, $1.75; $12 per hundred.
LEONARDO DA VINCI. Standards creamy white, falls canary yellow with orange stripe. A very large flower, produced on stems up to three feet in height. Segments very broad and of wonderful texture.
POGGENBEECK. A splendid flower of uniform dark blue, a great improvement on the older Impera- tor. Height 20 inches.
THERESE VAN DUYLL-SCHWARTZE. Pale corntlower-blue standards, falls pure white, with very narrow orange stripe. This is of comparatively recent introduction and certainly one of the loveliest thines in this list. 24 inches tall.
W. ZUIDERVELD (Viclet Queen). Standards and falls uniform light bluish violet; very large flower
of fine proportions. Price $2 per dozen; $14 per 100 WHITE EXCELSIOR. Marvelous pure uniform
white, falls very broad, fine form and_ substance. Use of white and yellow adds hfe to any planting.
WEDGEWOOD. A Tingitana Hybrid resembling the Dutch iris in all respects, except that it flowers ten days to two weeks earlier. Fine large flowers of bright wedgewood blue, a uniform coloring that is most desirable either for garden or for cutting. An easy iris to grow but must be in well drained soil and planted about 5 inches deep. Wedgewood is always a sensation when exhibited at the spring flower shows.
YELLOW QUEEN. Standards and falls a bright golden yellow. This variety is the glory of the iris garden, for not only is it a beautiful and showy thing in itself, but the glorious splash of color which it carries enlivens the entire border. It is an indis- pensable subject in any iris planting and the long wiry stems make it an admirable cut flower. Large in size and up to three feet tall.
PRICES ON THE ABOVE: Except as noted, 75c per dozen, 3 dozen for $2, $4.50 per hundred, pre- paid. PLEASE do not order less than one dozen. No bulbs shipped after November Ist.
W. ZUIDERVELD
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IRIS ‘‘JUNCEA’’, Our imported stock of this rare bulbous iris from Africa has just been released. The flowers are a solid very deep yellow—the richest tone of this color in any iris. Form is similar to the Dutch or Spanish iris, but it blooms two or three weeks later, on straight and slender stems, 2 to 3 feet tall.
This is a genuine novelty, practically unknown to American gardens as yet. It has proven perfectly hardy in New York state.
Plant the bulbs 5 or 6 inches deep, in ordinary
soil with good drainage.
Each 50c; three for $1.25; $4 per dozen
IRIS ‘‘RETICULATA’’, This little gem belongs among the first harbingers of spring, blooming even ahead of the crocus. The stems are about 8 or 10 inches high, crowned with brilliant purple blossoms lit with a bright orange blotch. They have a pro- nounced violet fragrance.
Reticulata makes a cheery patch in the rock gar- den or low border, and they last for two or three days when cut and brought into the house. Bulbs should be planted in the late summer or early fall, about 4 or 5 inches deep, in a well drained sunny location.
Each 50c; three for $1.25; $4 per dozen
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SPURIAS—BEARDLESS IRISES
Below we lst a number of rare species and hybrid irises—a distinct group. All of these flower later than the bearded section, many of them having very attractive foliage as well as colorful blossoms in vari- ous shades of blue, yellow, cream, copper and purple. They appreciate a slightly heavy and rich soil, and are at home in full sun. Plenty of moisture is appre- ciated, thus they are adaptable to planting near pools and streams.
AURBEA. A tall deep yellow, the rich color being especial- ly good. Do not confuse with the bearded iris Aurea. Each 50c; three for $1.00
A. J. BALFOUR. A 48-inch Monspur hybrid, with lovely Cambridge blue flowers. Seldom listed and quite scarce.
Each 50c; three for $1.00 DOROTHY K. WILLIAMSON. This is a hybrid of Fulva
and Foliosa, with brilliant flowers of dark madder violet. The stems are well branched, making it one of the most graceful and beautiful for cutting. Height 2% feet. flowers produced well above the narrow slightly drooping foliage. Each 35c; three for 75c
FULVA. The native copper-red iris of the South. A novel- ty in color and perfectly hardy. Bach 50c; three for $1.00
FULVALA. Cross of Fulva and Lamancea. Not unlike the above but the color takes on more of the copper tone of Fulva; a bright coppery red-purple. This is a fine grower, and a wonderful cut flower. Supply limited. Each 50c
LORD WOLSELEY. A very rugged and dependab!e spuria with beautiful flowers of bright blue-purple. 40 inches. Each 50c; three for $1.00
MONAUREBEA. A eross between Aurea and Monnieri, pro- ducing flowers of clear deep yellow on exceedingly long stems. The foliage is especial’y good, making it a gem for the waterside. Each 50c; three for $1.00
MONNIERI. Deep primrose yellow, and very handsome. Likes a great deal of moisture, flowering very late. We highly recommend this as being of easy culture and a very notable flower. Each 50c; three for $1.00
MRS. A. W. TATE. Vigorous growing, soft porcelain blue. This is the very best of the light types.
Each 35c; three for 75c
OCHROLEUCA. A white flower with orange markings at the throat. Desirable for the border.
Each 50c; three for $1.00
PSEUDACORIS. English: yellow water iris. Grows very tall and flaunts its blossoms on 5-foot branching stems when grown in shallow pools with rich soi’.
Each 50c; three for $1.00
VERSICOLOR. Belonging to the Laevigata group, it is essentially water loving and so can be planted in shallow pools and swampy places. Flowers a beautiful shade of blue. Flourishes in aeid soil. Each 50c; three for $1.00
NEW SPURIA IRIS
1933 Introductions
The three new Spurias listed below were raised by the late L. W. Sanford, who also was responsible for the new English iris introduced last year. They represent the cream of a large planting of selected seedlings.
ALADDIN’S LAMP. A very deep rich yellow. Won- derful clarity of color; heavy foliage. The finest deep yellow in our collection. Each $1; three for $2.50
ORIOLE. Greenish primrose yellow. Fine large flowers on four foot slender stalks, with broad hand- some foliage. Each $1; three for $2.50
WHITE LANCE. Glistening satiny white. This is the best white Spuria iris we have ever seen. Outstand- ing in the border, a wonderfully effective subject near a pool or stream, and especially desirable as a cut flower. Four feet in height. Each $1; three for $2.50
One each of the above new varities for $2.50.
DWARF BEARDED IRIS
For the rock garden, or for the edge of a border planting these are among the earliest of spring flowers and among the most colorful. Plant them in groups of several of a kind for best effect. They in- crease very fast and soon form a dense clump. We offer three varieties, all heavy bloomers and less than six inches high.
CYANBA. A brilliant red-purple.
COERULEA. Lovely sky-blue, clear in tone, and one of the first to bloom.
ORANGE QUEEN. A elean bright vellow; large flowers.
Prices: The above dwarfs are 25c each, three for 50c, ten for $1.50, a hundred for $10.
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NO IRIS SO NEARLY
RESEMBLES THE ORCHID Introduced last season, the demand for these was so great that we quickly sold out of
New EN Ge Stel PRS
It seems that there is no group in the iris eategory so easily grown, so sure to flower, and so entrancing- ly beautiful, vet so little known, as the Enelish Iris. None so nearly re- semble the orchid, none is more adaptable to cutting, and in addition to features, it flowers at a period midway between the bearded and Dutch varieties and the Japs.
The new introductions which we offer are larger in size, clearer in color, and finer in form and sub- stance than the few sorts heretofore known. Surely they are triumphs of the plant breeder’s art.
these
This is a bulbous plant and as in the case of tulips, daffodils, and the like, they should be plant- ed about 4 or 5 inches deep IN THE PALE. If ines very cold climate, mulch with leaves, salt hay, or boughs as soon as the ground freezes.
many of them. Very limited stock this year.
Gates. AIL
Dark wine-red, a very rich and striking flower, unhke any other in this list. The petals are broad and flare widely, and the deep coloring rivals some of the Dominion strain of bearded iris.
f 1; $3.50 d CRATER LAKE 3 for $1; $ per dozen
A very bright clear blue self, quite tall, flowering in midseason. 3 for 60 cents; $2 per dozen.
Mount RAINIER
A magnificent pure white, the giant of this group of introduetions, with very bold foliage and _ tall stems. There is just the faintest yellow line near the throat. A grand flower and a true aristocrat. Very limited stock. Each $1
LINGERIE
The last word in an iris of orehid coloring and effect. The soft, even, clear mauve-pink of this splen- did creation is unmarred by any other color what- ever, and in it we have the ideal so long desired by
the hybridizer. In the garden and as a cut blossom in the house this iris arrests the attention of all who see it, and we predict that it will enjoy the widest possible popularity when it becomes plentiful. We have only a few bulbs to spare this fall. Each $3
SANTIAM White, delicately touched with a reflection of pearl. A large flower making a rapid increase. As is the ease with all the hight toned varieties, this is a beautiful thine under artificial light. 3 for 60 cents; $2 per dozen.
MIXED, a wonderful mixture of Standard and other varieties, providing a colorful show for the garden or wonderful material for cut flowers, at the very low price of 50 cents per Get ac-
dozen, or a whole hundred for $4.00. quainted with the English type of iris, you will
But it must be planted this Fall—not
love it. next Spring! Place your order now.
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‘*RISHONO”’
“SHIMOYO7?
JAPANESE IRIS
“There is nothing in the garden like Japanese Iris for arrogance, subtlety and sheer insolence of beauty. This is precisely the effect conveyed when one sees Japanese Irises in large masses. When a few plants are found on the banks of a stream, they have more of piquancy and less of bold- ness. They are the most striking flowers of July, and not so difficult to grow as the average gardener supposes.
“It is not true that Japanese Irises must have bogland or even water in which to bathe their roots. They love mois- ture, but will flourish in any good garden soil if water is applied in abundance and if the exposure is sunny. The latter point is important. It is useless trying to grow Jap- anese Irises in a shady spot. Sunlight and moisture are the two requisites for success with these plants.
“Let it be remembered that this type of Iris takes an entirely different treatment from the Bearded Iris. Instead of being planted almost on the surface of the ground, the erowns should be buried two inches.
“Peat can be added to advantage to soil where Japanese Irises are to go. Unlike the bearded Irises, which delight in lime, the Japanese forms prefer a soil which is some- what acid. Lime should never be used with them. It is also important that the ground be kept well cultivated, never being allowed to become hard or dry. A summer mulch of pulverized peat lessens the amount of hoeing necessary and helps to hold the moisture.
“The location should be one where the drainage is good, even though it be close by a pond. These Irises like to have their roots reach water in summer. but stagnant water must not stand around the clumps, and it is imperative that they should not be caked over with ice in winter.
“Japanese Irises must have plenty of room, and must never have competition from weeds or grass. If they are used in a general garden away from water, a spot should be prepared for them by digging out a foot of earth and working in an abundance of well rotted cow manure. If the earth is at all heavy set the divided clump on a little mound of sand. When winter comes a light mulch will be needed.
wee “There is only one way in which to get an abundance of large tlowers, and that is to supply water with a generous hand during the spring before the buds open.’—Extract from “Horticulture” Magazine.
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And from Mr. F. F. Rockwell’s valuable book on “Iris” we quote the following:
“Many gardeners have resorted to the expedient of order- ing Japanese irises only in mixture, or as unnamed seed- lings. All too often these mixtures turn out to contain but a few colors, and these of indifferent quality.
“All of these difficulties have conspired to prevent the Japanese irises from attaining the popularity which they so richly merit. I mention them, not to make any gardener hesitate about planting Japanese irises, but rather to ex- plain why they are not more universaliy known and plant- ed, and to caution the securing of stock from a thoroughly reliable source.
“The Japanese irises are the last of the more important groups to flower. Beginning before the latest of the Tall Bearded sorts have finished, they carry on the pageant of iris beauty for most of another month, and to new peaks of splendor.
“The Japanese irises, as already pointed out, differ from all of the preceding sorts not only in flower form, but in general habit of growth. They are considerably taller. The effect as they grow in the garden, either at close view in the hardy border or bed, or at a distance in landscape planting, is so radically different from that of the Tall Bearded irises that it would be well worth while to have both, even if they bloomed at the same time. Not only are the plants taller, but the foliage and flowers are less for- mal, and for that reason preferable for certain types of landscaping.
“For midsummer masses of color on a large scale, the Japanese irises are unsurpassed.”
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LIST OF VARIETIES
Each
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Three of the same variety for the price of two. Special quotations on large lots.
Special Collection of Japanese Iris Your choice of 10 for $3.00 or any 5 for $1.75, all labeled and
postpaid.
Please do not inelude varieties not in this list.
Make your selection from the following: Angel’s Den, Josephine Heywood, Kagarabi, Kasugano, Koko-no-iro, Komachi, Kombarin, Kumono, Kuro Kumo, Neptune, Nishika, Paragon, Rishono, Shiga, Shimoyo, Tuji. Bletter include one or two second choices, in case we are sold out of some you select. Choose two each of five varieties, 1f vou so desire.
ONIENEAL POPPIES AND THEIR. CULTURE
By Mrs. R. B. BrRIpGEMAN (Mo.)
There is nothing more brilliantly little success—simply because I did buds burst into a radiant brilliance, to
attractive—more strikingly noticeable in any garden—than a clump of Ori- ental Poppies. The orange-scarlet, with big black velvety spots, is the one most frequently seen and, I think, the “Prince Charming” of them all, al- though there are blood-reds, lavenders,
salmons and whites, all of which are’
very beautiful.
Many times I had bought plants, only to have them die, and many times I had planted seed —but with very
not Know how to care for them. Finally I bought plants in the dormant season
and set them out. After becoming established in their new home they
made wonderful growth in the Fall. Oriental Poppies are quite hardy, and stay green most of the winter un- der a light covering, which they should have. When spring comes the plants make rapid growth and very soon big fat buds appear. In a few days, these
my joy and satisfaction.
Do not buy Poppies in the spring and expect them to do their best. Buy them in their dormant season, in August or early September—carefully plant them—let them get their roots firmly established—the little feeding roots active and ready for quick work in the spring—and you will have glori- ous Poppies in your garden, and a thrilling satisfaction in your heart. From “The Flower Grower.”
WE OFFER HE FOLLOWING VARIETIES:
BEAUTY OF LIVERMORE.
velvety texture.
CERISE BEDDER.
producing a great abundance of flowers.
KING GEORGE.
hant searlet, petals deeply cut like a parrot tulip.
Medium height, fast increaser.
Deep ox-blood red,
Large fringed flowers of bril-
Each 50c
ferent shade.
Brilliant cerise pink, dwarf,
Each 50c
LORD LAMBOURNE.
ing but with heavy black blotches and a shehtly dif-
LULU NEELEY.
Fringed, like the forego-
Each 50c
Finest Orienta! Poppy in the
world today that can be sold at a popular price. A
Each 50c
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prolific blooming sort of deep blood-red, massive in size, on tall straight stems.
Each $1, three for $2, a dozen for $6
MASTERPIECE.
but should be grown with sheht protection from the
Lilac color, marvelous flower,
sun to prevent fading of the delicate color. Each $1 MRS. FISHER. Extra large, deep crimson, 4-ft. stems. Each $1 MRS. PERRY. A very lovely salmon-pink. Each 50c PERFECTION. Large deep flowers, entrancing shade of pink with immense black spots at base.
Each $1
TRILBY. One of the last to bloom. Dark, lustrous, deep red, the petals having a plaited appearance. Very large, and one of the finest of all poppies.
Each $2 WATTEAU. Pure flesh-coral:
No blotch on petals. This is one of the rarest Each $2 WURTEMBERGIA., Enormovus cerise scarlet ; very
tall growing. An outstanding flower,
covered with flow- ers.
and loveliest in our List.
attaining al-
Bach $1
most unbelievable size.
RECENT NOVELTIES IN ORIENTAL POPPIES ~
From Mr. Curtis, of Cincinnati:
AMUN RA. flowers 8-9 inches across. Outstanding quality.
NET, each $2.00
PINK PEARL. Very fine and distinct; a delicate
shade of light pearly pink, vigorous and_ prolific.
Red-orange, 28 to 30 inches high,
Appears like one large tulip within a larger one. Its
delicate color cannot stand the strong reds and bright salmons, and to see it at its best, should be planted with blue ims or an early delphinium. Stock limited. Medium height. NET, each $2.50
RED LACQUER. A new deep dark red. of strong appeal, Stiff erect stems to 44 inches tall. Blooms
NET, each $2.00
7 to 9 inches across. Well named.
From Dr. Neeley, of Paulding, Ohio:
CAVALIER.
Wurtembergia,
Larger than the enormous variety perfectly formed, and lasts extra Few NET, each $10
long in flower. The color is glowing cerise. plants.
ENCHANTRESS. Soft lilac-rose, a near approach to lavender. Opens perfectly, holds its color remark- ably well for this shade. A true novelty of excep- tional merit. Only a very few plants. NET, each $10
rR RRR
LEAS
Two new Lilies, produced by the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture!
L. SHUKSHAN
To those familar with Lilium Humboldtii this new hly might be easily visualized as a great improve- ment, with extremely large flowers of a soft tone of salmon-orange, and with a lesser number of spots. The few spots present are of large size and confined largely to the central portion of the flower. Shuk- shan is a loosely built flower, produced on stiff but slightly willowy stems. It is one of the easiest doers in our collection of new hybrid hes, and will thrive in sun or semi-shade, is not particular as to soil as long as it is not too wet or hardpan. Plant about 10 inches deep or perhaps shehtly deeper in the north- eastern part of the country. Height, up to 6 feet.
Each 75c, three for $2.00
L. KULSHAN
Very much like the foregoing in all respects, ex- cept that it is very heavily speckled with soft brown- ish spots. Not quite as tall. The same type of hybrid, and should be accorded the same treatment. This is being offered for the first time this year. Very lim- ited stock,
Each $1.00, three for $2.50 L. TESTACEUM
(The Nankeen Lily.) Perhaps the most distinct in
color of all lilies—a soft apricot or yellow-buff, gen-
erally described as nankeen yellow. Although known and grown for many years, testaceum is still quite rare, mainly because so many growers send out dis- eased stock. We have secured the cleanest and healthiest planting of this lly that it has ever been our pleasure to see growing, and purchasers may be assured that finer bulbs will not be found anywhere. The Nankeen lily is very well adapted to planting in the border, and makes a lovely companion to del- phiniums, as it blooms at about the same time. Plant quite shallow, about three inches, and do not disturb the clump. It will increase in size and beauty with each succeeding year. Especially selected large bulbs, $1 each, $10 per dozen. Plant this lily early; no deliveries after Oct. 20th.
LC REGALE
(Regal or Royal Lily.) Unquestionably the best known and most popular lily in the world today, dis- covered in the mountain fastnesses of China some vears ago by E. H. Wilson, famed horticulturist. The huge flowers are trumpet shaped, brownish rose on the exterior, white suffused luminous yellow within. One of the easiest of all lhes to grow, it multiplies rapidly, and reaches a height of five or six feet on matured plants. The blossoms have a delicious scent. It flowers in late June and July, and should be plant- ed about 8 or 10 inches deep in sun or light shade. Hardy anywhere. Extra selected bulbs.
Each 25c, three for 50c, $1.75 per dozen
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L. SULPHUREUM
One of the rarest and grandest of all lilies. It is among the last to bloom, the flowers being produced in September. Color inside is pale sulphur yellow, becoming more intense yellow in the throat. There is a greenish gleam inside the flower contrasting remarkably with the yellow tone, and the exterior is streaked and shaded reddish brown. The individual blossoms are enormous, attaining a length of ten to twelve inches. Height five to seven feet. As it is stem rooting, it should be planted very deep, ten inches at least, and in cold sections it should be covered with a mulch in winter. Our bulbs are grown right here in Oregon, and are of wonderful size. Very
limited stock. Each $1.50, three for $4.00
Lilium sulphureum
I measured one of the best stems today and found is to be 8 feet in height and carrying seven magnificent trumpet- shaped flowers each 8 inches in length and the same across the slightly recurved mouth, the spread of the horizontally- disposed blooms being 2 feet.
The soil in which the bulbs were planted consists of heavy and rather soapy loam, to which was added a little leaf-mould and sand. This was necessary as the natural soil here is sandy clay.
As this Lily grows so tall and slender—the stem is not more than * inch in diameter—and blooms rather late, it is advisable to plant on the sheltered side of a wall or shrub in order that the huge flowers may be protected from the autumn gales. One of the groups in question faces full east with a 10-foot bush of Erica arborea in its rear, which breaks the strong gales we have from the west at this season of the year.
This fine, hardy Lily was discovered by Mr. W. Boxall in Upper Burma, and this gentleman sent bulbs to Messrs. Hugh Low and Co., with whom it flowered in 1889. For some reason it has been given the reputation of being only half-hardy, but I think that in time this will be found to be incorrect, and I advise anyone interested to plant it without the slightest hesitation, and plant the bulbs 9 inches deep, care being taken to see that the position is fairly well drained, especially where the natural soil is clay.—E. Markham in Gardening Illustrated.
L. HENRYI
(The vellow Speciosum.) Here is one of the most dependable and robust of all lilies, as well as one of the most beautiful and distinct. Flowering in August, and lasting long in bloom, the Henryi lily is of a soft clear orange or orange-yellow, very heavy of substance, and with a sort of beard or tiny ‘‘teeth’’ about the center. There are a few greenish spots near the central portion as well, and the brown anthers swing loosely from pale green stamens. The stems reach a height of four to seven or even eight feet on established clumps. Should be planted 10 or 12 inches deep, preferably in shght shade. Very hardy. and thrives not only in cold sections but in the south as well. Very fine large bulbs, 40c each, $3.50 per ten. Mammoth size, 75¢ each.
L. UMBELLATUM
A very easy subject to grow, and especially desir- able because it flowers ahead of practically all the other lilies in this list, being at its best in early June. The flowers are produced in umbellate heads, several in the clusters, and are a bright orange or orange- red in color. The growth is stocky, stems being about two or two and one-half feet tall. Plant four or five inches deep. Hardy and most reliable.
Each 40 cents, $3.50 per dozen.
Regal (above), Henryi (center), Testaceum (lower).
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The New
SUNSET EY
On the right we present a color reproduction of this grand new lily, a flower which is destined to become universally pop- ular,
Because of its ease of culture, rapidity of in- crease, and its extreme hardiness, the new SUN- SET LILY is certain to achieve widespread favor. It is not only of the easi- est culture, but is likewise of rare beauty and robust constitution. It has been known to attain a height of twelve feet, with from 20 to 40 flowers to the stalk, and may be depend- ed upon to grow consis- tently to 5 or 6 feet. Not particular as to soil, it will thrive in full sun or par- tial shade, and while it ap- preciates good drainage, a liberal amount of water during the growing season pays good dividends in larger blossoms and great- er height.
The SUNSET LILY has few rivals in the group which are generally char- acterized as RED. No oth- er red lly compares with it in size nor height, and certainly none of them are as easy and simple to grow — it is practically fool-proof. As will be noted in the color illustration, this lly is bright red in color, the central portion being a bright yellow with dark spots. The anthers are long and very pro-
nounced, lending grace and airiness to the flower.
SUNSET LILY oe (Please don’t confuse with L. Pardelinum, which somewhat resembles this picture. The Sunset Lily is twice as large and finer in every respect.)
Stems are straight and strong with no tendency to Cooley's Hardy Lily Collection
droop. Plant medium depth, about eight or nine inches, in a position where water or seepage will not
stand during the winter.
All seven of the following, properly packed, labeled and prepaid, for $2.00.
PRICES: Strong well grown bulbs, with two or 2 Sunset Lily Ra ate more crowns, each 50c, 3 for $1, 12 for $3.50. Single Testaceum, apricot-y ;
crown bulbs for naturalizing, $20 per hundred. Post-
paid.
Every lily bulb we send out will be a healthy, clean, fresh
Regale, white. Henryi, orange-yellow. Umbellatum, orange-red.
specimen of flowering size. If you have been disappointed Il first quality blooming size bulbs.
before in buying lily bulbs, just give us a trial order.
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