(BB) 'Little Sambo'
1960, Reynolds
'Little Sambo' (
Clifford Reynolds, R. 1960). Seedling #52-25. BB, 15" (38 cm), Midseason bloom. Black self.
'Black Forest' X
'Storm King'. Mission Bell 1963. High Commendation (No. 52-25) 1960, High Commendation 1961, Honorable Mention 1964.
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From Mission Bell Gardens catalog, 1963: LITTLE SAMBO (C. M. Reynolds) Early to late. 22". Inky black with deep violet undertones and a dark brown beard. Ideal form and branching. Closed standards, heavy horizontal falls, perfectly smooth hafts. A captivating little rogue to add accent to the Border Class. (Black Forest X Storm King). HC '61. No. 52-25. Net 10.00. |
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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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