(AB) 'Tropic Orchid'
1963, Austin
'Tropic Orchid' OGB- (
Lloyd Austin, R. 1963). Seedling 02. AB, 36" (91 cm). Very early bloom. Standards soft amethyst; Falls blend of fawn with lilac and pink.
'Farewell' X
'Kalifa Gulnare'. Rainbow Hybridizing Gardens, 1963.
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From Rainbow Hybridizing Gardens catalog 1963: TROPIC ORCHID (Austin '63) VE-36". A vision of pastel loveliness; will fit perfectly into your dream of South Seas adventure; make you think you've found your "tropic orchid" for here strongly arching standards are soft amethyst, falls as intriguing orchid-like blend of palest fawn with lilac & pink. Falls broad (up to 3" wide), nicely rounded, quite spreading, of excellent substance. Beard harmonizing bronze. Flowers 6" x 6". Pollen abundant, will be eagerly sought. Farewell X Kalifa Gulnare. Regularly $15; on $20 order $9.75; on $25 order $6.75. |
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