. The blue book of bulbs. Bulbs (Plants). Iris Hispanica • Spanish Iris SPANISH Irises have not, as yet, acquired the prominent position in American gardens to which their beauty entitles them. They belong to the bulbous section of the Irises, a group which includes some of the handsomest flowers of the genus. The blossoms are large, and display a number of exquisite solid tones and blendings of colors. These combina- tions are in some instances so unusual as to rival the elegance of orchids, and indeed a common name given to the Spanish Iris is that of "the poor man's ; They
. The blue book of bulbs. Bulbs (Plants). Iris Hispanica • Spanish Iris SPANISH Irises have not, as yet, acquired the prominent position in American gardens to which their beauty entitles them. They belong to the bulbous section of the Irises, a group which includes some of the handsomest flowers of the genus. The blossoms are large, and display a number of exquisite solid tones and blendings of colors. These combina- tions are in some instances so unusual as to rival the elegance of orchids, and indeed a common name given to the Spanish Iris is that of "the poor man's ; They are equally well adapted to the herbaceous border or to beds, while for pot culture they are very attractive if not subjected to heat until the flower-buds appear. The accompanying list comprises the choicest sorts only. Culture. The bulbs should be planted from 3 to 4 inches deep, and 4 inches apart. A situation open to the full sun, and rather light, well-drained soil suits them best. The foliage is often persistent during the winter, and though the bulbs are quite hardy, a slight mulch will be beneficial. Price, except where otherwise noted, 23 bulbs, 45 cts.; 100 bulbs, $; 1,000 bulbs, SU. Not less than 25 bulbs of one variety sold. ALHAMBRA. White and yellow; extra fine. BEAUTY. Pale lavender-blue; large and fine grower; tall. BELLE CHINOISE. A superb clear yellow; very early. BRITISH QUEEN. White; very large and fine. BRONZE KING. Bronze-brown, with bright orange blotch; distinct. 25 bulbs, 65 cts.; 100 bulbs, ; 1,000 bulbs, $18. BRONZE QUEEN. Rich bronze-brow^n standards, shaded purple; very fine. 25 bulbs, 50 cts.; 100 bulbs, ; 1,000 bulbs, $14. CAJANUS. Bright yellow; large flower; tall, 99. Please note that these images are extracted from scanned page images that may have been digitally enhanced for readability - coloration and appearance of these illustrations may not perfectly resemble the original Hunt, Chester Jay. [from old catalog]. Little
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