(BB) 'Persian Harem'
1973, Schmelzer
'Persian Harem' (
Hazel Schmelzer, R. 1973). Seedling #B-50-IN7. BB, 25" (64 cm). Midseason bloom. Standards rose and shades of gold, laced; falls medium rose, lines of golden thread on haft; deep red beard.
'Joyful Spirit' X (
'Cherished Gift' x
'Lightning Flash' sibling). Schmelzer 1974. Honorable Mention 1978.
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From AIS Bulletin #213 April 1974 Introducing PERSIAN HAREM (Schmelzer '74). BB, 25", M. Joyful Spirit X (Cherished Gift x Lightning Flash sib). A mutation. S. rose and shades of gold; F. medium rose with lines of golden threads on haft; deep red beard. The shadings are like those of Persian rugs. Fast increaser. $15.00. Schmelzer's Garden. |
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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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