■(SIB) 'Purple Princess'
1975, McEwen
'Purple Princess' (
Currier McEwen, R. 1975). Seedling 70/171. SIB, 26" (66 cm), Midseason bloom. Standards red-violet (RHS 77A), darker (79A) veining, giving overall color of rich purple; falls same but more velvety.
'Court Violet' X
I. clarkei . McEwen 1975. Honorable Mention 1976.
See below:
References:
From AIS Bulletin #218 July 1975 Introducing PURPLE PRINCESS: 26", M, RVl. Dainty 3-1/2" flowers of velvety reddish purple are absolute selfs with no markings of any kind. In contrast to most 40's, it branches and reblooms! Pollen fertile. An aristocrat! Court Violet X I. clarkei. $15.00. Currier McEwen. |
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Cultivation
Quick Summary of Cultural Directions
FURTHER CULTURAL INFORMATION |
Hardiness Zones 3-8 for most varieties, Some Siberian cultivars tolerate colder, others tolerate warmer zones (please comment in comment box with your location if this cultivar grows well in zone 3, 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, Prefers moist conditions especially in Spring bloom season. |
PH Average garden solis 6.1 to 7.5, |
Fertilizer Prefers rich conditions on organic soils. |
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