Hybridizer Herbert Graves (1924-1980)

Friend, Kansas, USA

Mr. Herbert Graves 1924-1980. The Aril Society International reports in their latest newsletter, the death of Mr. Robert Graves on April 18, 1980 in Oberlin, Kansas. Mr. Graves was born May D, 1924 and was best known for his Califa series of irises. [Obituary, The Bulletin of the American Iris Society, No. 239 (October 1980): 84.]

Registrations/Introductions:

Arilbred: 'Califa Dotsero'; 'Califa Dotu'; 'Califa Dotwon'; 'Califa Kabang'; 'Herby's Pride', 'Hunky Dory'.

Border Bearded: 'Cow Town'.

Intermediate Bearded:  'Califa Dotsero', 'Califa Dotwon', 'Hunky Dory',

-- BobPries - 2012-05-18