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■(JI) 'Center Of Attention'

1986, Rich

'Center Of Attention' (Lois Rich, R. 1986) Seedling K71-1M. JI (6 falls), 36" (91 cm), Midseason bloom. Ruffled pale lavender violet, veined darker violet, edged silver, gradually paling to silver background veined violet, yellow orange signal. Seedling K69-1 C: ((Worley seedling from Marhigo seeds x 'Star At Midnight' sibling) x (Maddocks seedling x Marx seedling)) X seedling M69-9. Melrose Gardens 1986. Honorable Mention 1988.

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Culture

Quick Summary of Cultural Directions

FURTHER CULTURAL INFORMATION Sort
Hardiness Zones 4-8 for most varieties, Some Japanese 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 but moist good garden soil, More tolerant of dry conditions in established plants, Needs swampy conditions especially in Spring bloom season.
PH Prefers Acid solis 6.1 to 7.0, intolerant of limy soils
Fertilizer Prefers rich conditions on organic soils.

-- Main.RPries - 2011-03-07

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