■(TB) 'Violet Dawson'
1993, Niswonger
'Violet Dawson' (
O. David Niswonger, R. 1993). Seedling 78-89. TB, 34" (86 cm). Midseason bloom. Standards near-white to very pale yellow; falls pale yellow; beards light yellow.
'Écho De France' X
'Tranquil Sunshine'. Cape Iris 1993.
See below:
References:
From AIS Bulletin #289 April 1993 Introducing VIOLET DAWSON (Niswonger '93) Sdlg. 78-89: Echo de France X Tranquil Sunshine. TB, 34", M. If you like pastels, this one is for you. It is a pale yellow bitone or near pale yellow amoena. It has semi-flaring falls and is a vigorous grower. It was the Best Seedling in the SEMO Iris Society's Show in 1991. It is fertile both ways and will provide contrast in your bed of irises. It is named in honor of the President of the National Council of State Garden Clubs, Inc. from Elmhurst, Illinois. EC 1991. $35.00. Cape Iris. |
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Progeny
See:
'Écho De France' progeny - PDF
(172 Ko).
Culture
Quick Summary of Cultural Directions
FURTHER CULTURAL INFORMATION |
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. |
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