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■(IB) 'Happy Mood'

1967, Brown

'Happy Mood' (Alta Brown, R. 1967). Seedling #M988-6. IB, 22" (56 cm), Early bloom. Standards white with light blue (Wilson 640/2) markings; falls white with band of blue markings; ivory beard tipped orchid. 'Knotty Pine' X 'Rococo'. Brown's Iris Garden 1968. Honorable Mention 1970; Judges Choice 1970.

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Photo by Seagate Nurseries-United KingdomPhoto scanned by Anne Milner-from the B.I.S( British Iris Society) slide collectionPhoto by Seagate Nurseries-Long Sutton Bypass-Long Sutton-United KingdomPhoto scanned by Anne Milner-from the B.I.S( British Iris Society) slide collection

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From AIS Bulletin #189 April 1968 Introducing HAPPY MOOD (Knotty Pine X Rococo). E. 22", Standards white with light blue markings; fluted falls are white with band of light blue markings. Orchid tipped beard. $7.50. Brown's Iris Garden.
 
 

Culture

Quick Summary of Cultural Directions

FURTHER CULTURAL INFORMATION Sort
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.

-- BobPries - 2011-03-07

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