(JI) 'Light In The Opal'
1936, Flowerfield
'Light In The Opal' (
Flowerfield Bulb Farm,R. 1936) JI. Double. Color Class-7RL.
From Fairmount Gardens catalog, 1942: LIGHT-IN-THE-OPAL (Childs 1936) Dbl. A magnificent pink iris of perfect form and finish. $2.00.
From Flowerfield catalog, 1939: A gorgeous large geniune pink. Its ruffled flower is 8 in. across; of splendid substance and perfect form. Its golden throat is surrounded by a halo of blue which is outstanding in a field of clear pink. $1.50.
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