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(IB) 'Red Elf'

1932, Nicholls

'Red Elf' (Colonel Jesse Nicholls, R. 1931) IB. [24-26"]. Midseason bloom. Color Class-R7M. 'Medrano' x 'Montour'. J.C. Nicholls 1932.

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From J. C. Nicholls: Irises and Peonies catalog, 1932: RED ELF (Nich. 1932) 24" Small garnet red self of brilliant effect. Blooms with the later T. B. whereas Spark comes with the Intermediates. They are favorites with visitors. Fragrant. $3.00
 
From The Royal Iris Gardens catalog, 1933: RED ELF (Nich. 1932). 26". A deep ruby red self of greater depth and brilliance than any other in its class. Deeper and redder than Spark, but later to bloom, as Spark is an Intermediate. Rather small blooms, but very floriferous, making a brilliant red mass. This and Spark are the reddest Bearded Irises we have yet seen, and are always greatly admired. $3.00

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.

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