■(TB) 'Mind Reader'
1994, Keppel
'Mind Reader' (
Keith Keppel, R. 1992). Seedling# 86-18B. TB, 36" (91 cm), Early bloom. Standards mignon violet (M&P 43-G-7) irregularly shaded over pale (43-B-1/2) ground, paler edge; falls deeper (43-J-9) becoming darker (44-K-11) and slightly velvety in center with conspicuous pale veining, white (43-B-1/2) area by beards and 1/8" edge; beards white, tipped pale lemon; pronounced sweet fragrance. Sibling to
'Spirit World'. Keppel 1994.
Honorable Mention 1996.
See below:
References:
From AIS Bulletin #292 January 1994 Introducing MIND READER (Keppel) TB E36/1 (((((68-39F: (66-35C: ((Irma Melrose x Tea Apron) x ((Full Circle x Rococo) x Tea Apron)) x April Melody) x 68-390) x ((Joy Ride x Roundup) x (April Melody x (66-35B x April Melody)))) x (Mistress x Peccadillo sib)) x (Gigolo sib x Rosy Cloud sib)) X sib). Pure luminata. Standards rosy lavender with paler rim; falls pale lavender with strong luminata-wash of velvety violet. Lemon beards sit on pure white area. #2 Favorite Guest Iris at 1993 Texas convention. #86-18B. $35.00. Keith Keppel. |
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Culture
Quick Summary of Cultural Directions
FURTHER CULTURAL INFORMATION |
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. |
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