Excerpt from The Iris Catalog The dull tones that we find in the Mourning Iris (susiana) are unparalleled in the Pogoniris and each approach thereto is of interest. We do not get the same net-like venation but we can' approach the color. Gray Morn I introduced for its tone of heliotrope gray and the shape of the flower is often so abominable that I regret the introduction. Thundercloud is also gray-hued but darkly velvety on the falls Circe has a curious curved venation on the haft and blade that always re minds me of cat's whiskers. I find it fascinating, but it is dull in color. For real somberness Valkyrie is my finest at present; the falls are velvety, dark maroon purple, almost black in some lights, and the standards are dull drab. I have failed in my attempts to obtain variegata coloring with height and size, but I am still trying; the intensity of color in Katrinka is fine; Stanley H. White has merit, but I have so strong a vision of what might be that the existing varieties seem below par. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Excerpt from Iris Catalog Duke OF bedford (bliss) 1922. A very fine iris of the stance. It is a deep rich violet purple, almost a self, very Dominion race with well formed flowers of great sub. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Excerpt from Hill's Irises: 1933 Iris Catalog Select any ten of the following group, which is a representative collection of the Sass originations, in the lower price range. We can recommend every one of the highly. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Excerpt from An Iris Lover's Catalog: With Iris Map for 1928 The keynote of this catalog is to present the entire situation in a true perspective, - to show its extent and the relation of its mem bers to each other. A business method was clearly necessary; hence the offering as developed in this catalog. The alternate seems to be a series of personal selections offered to you as the best of the field with the implication that the omissions are not worth while. Unfortunately, your taste will not agree with this in many instances. Authorities of equal eminence will present conflicting recommendations, well meaning but always incomplete. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Excerpt from The Book of the Iris This work has been written with two principal aims in view. I have endeavoured, in the first place, to give all the useful information upon culture that is available, and, secondly, to provide an easy and efficient means for the verification of names and for the naming of plants. In the verification of names that happen to be correct there Should be no difficulty, but with regard to the naming of plants, it must be remembered that Irises are exceedingly variable. They hybridise both in the garden and in a wild state, and intermediates, or forms not agreeing precisely with any description, are at least liable to be met with. I still hope, however, that naming will be effected in most cases without difficulty. By dividing into small, easily understood groups, and by the construction of keys, I have hoped to provide a special facility. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Excerpt from An Iris Lover's Catalog, With Masterlist for 1929 After thirty-six years of city business with its incessant competitive strife I find myself on the way towards realizing one of life's visions, - working in Nature's beauty garden. After three years of preliminary work, I feel safe in offering the world this beginning of a working plan that will make it more interesting and less vexatious to follow this inspiring avocation or hobby. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Excerpt from An Iris Lover's Catalog: With Iris Map for 1930 Some will wonder at the seeming odd application of this word. However, on a little reflection it will be found a very fit designation as applied to the work at hand. This title was used in the first edition of this catalog in 1928. A map is a bird's eye view of large and complex areas and serves as a means of orientation as to your whereabouts. This is exactly what the four color group tables or maps of Iris are for us. First you have the complete View, the extent of the particular color field. The out standing things are noted at a glance, the others in their proper relation. Questions of height, season, hardiness can be noted instantly. Variations as bicolors, blended varieties are noted. In short an effective clear shorthand description. Supplementing this are a number of descriptive notes bringing out characteristics that cannot be presented in table form. They restore the human touch. Between the two treat ments a very complete picture is formed. This should make Iris selection for those who wish to put in a little study as easy and interesting as it can humanly be made. If your interest in Iris is new and you have no large collection by all means consider the various collections offered on our Collection Pages. Originator - First and second column show originators and year of introduction. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.