■(TB) 'Taholah'
1956, Gibson
'Taholah' (
James Gibson, R. 1953) TB, 36" (91 cm). Midseason bloom. Cream ground stippled burnt umber. Seedling# 145A x
'Firecracker'. Tell 1956. Honorable Mention 1956; Judges' Choice 1956, 1957; Award of Merit 1958.
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References:
From Rainbow Hybridizing Gardens catalog 1963: TAHOLAH (Gibson '56) ML-36". A big ruffled novelty, long period of bloom. A stunning yellow-cream plicata. Standards heavily shaded cinnamon-red: falls brushed with same. Vigorous performer of superb form and color. Wonderful producer of quality. Indian name means "Village by the Sea." JC'57, AM'58. Sdlg. X Firecracker. Regularly $3.00; on $10 order $2.20; on $25 order $1.70; 3 for $4.85. |
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Culture
Quick Summary of Cultural Directions
Exposure Prefers full sun for optimal performance, may still bloom in half-day shade |
Fertilizer Prefers rich conditions on relatively inorganic soils. |
FURTHER CULTURAL INFORMATION Here |
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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RolandDejoux - 2010-03-24