■(TB) 'Scarlet Adventure'
1964, Austin
'Scarlet Adventure' (
Lloyd Austin, R. 1964). Seedling# 212. TB, 36" (91 cm). Midseason bloom. Color Class-R1D, Scarlet-red self.
'Big Time' X
'Ball Gown'. Rainbow 1965.
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From Rainbow Hybridizing Gardens catalog 1965: SCARLET ADVENTURE (Austin '65) EM-36". This is outstanding for profusion of bloom, as well as being a big step forward in the scarlet red class. Has beautiful broad form and velvety, nicely ruffled falls. Beard is gold; haft white, inconspicuously lined scarlet. Some pollen; will set seed. (Big Time X Ball Gown) Sdlg. 212. Regularly $15.00; on $25 order $13.50. |
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Culture
Quick Summary of Cultural Directions
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.) |
Exposure Prefers full sun for optimal performance, may still bloom in half-day shade |
Water: Prefers well drained good garden soil, Tolerant of dry conditions in established plants, Intolerant of swampy conditions. |
PH Prefers Neutral to basic solis 6.1 to 8.5, quite toleranr of more extreme conditions |
Fertilizer Prefers rich conditions on relatively inorganic soils. |
FURTHER CULTURAL INFORMATION Here |
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JoelleFRANJEULLE - 2010-01-28