■(TB) 'Angel Unawares'
1970, Terrell
'Angel Unawares' (
Collie Terrell, R. 1970). Seedling T64-21 B. TB, 38" (97 cm), Early midseason bloom. Fluted and ruffled snow white self; beard slightly yellow in haft.
'Celestial Swan' X
'Music Maker'. Melrose Gardens 1970. Honorable Mention 1971; Award of Merit 1973.
From the rebloom checklist 2022. Rebloom reported in: CA. USDA Zones
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From AIS Bulletin #197 April 1970 Introducing ANGEL UNAWARES (Collie Terrell). It thought it was an Angel for a while, until it was exposed. There are those who want to grow it. NET $25.00. Melrose Gardens. |
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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. |
BobPries - 21 Apr 2019
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