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■(TB) 'Arctic Viking'

1972, Carter

'Arctic Viking' (W. C. Carter, R. 1970). Seedling 70-7. TB, 36" (91 cm), Early, midseason, late bloom. White self; white beard tipped yellow. 'Arctic Fury' X 'Brave Viking'. Carter 1972. Honorable Mention 1974.

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From AIS Bulletin #205 April 1972 Introducing ARCTIC VIKING. TB. 36". EM. Snow white. Tiny bit of yellow in the beard. Extremely broad petals, touching at haft. Substance like leather; four days in hottest sun. Well branched. 7-9 buds. Arctic Fury X Brave Viking. HC '71. $25.00. Carter.
 
 

Culture

Quick Summary of Cultural Directions

FURTHER CULTURAL INFORMATION SortSorted ascending
Exposure Prefers full sun for optimal performance, may still bloom in half-day shade
Fertilizer Prefers rich conditions on relatively inorganic soils.
Hardiness Zones 4-8 for most varieties, Some cultivars tolerate colder, others tolerate warmer zones (please comment in comment box with your location if this cultivar grows well in zone 3, 4, 9, or 10.)
PH Prefers Neutral to basic solis 6.1 to 8.5, quite toleranr of more extreme conditions
Water: Prefers well drained good garden soil, Tolerant of dry conditions in established plants, Intolerant of swampy conditions.

BobPries - 21 Apr 2019

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