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(TB) 'Artist's Whim'

1989, Brown

'Artist's Whim' ( Opal Brown, R. 1988). Seedling 82-3B9. TB, 34" (87 cm), Early midseason bloom. Standards apricot (RHS 24C/D) flushed light purple at midrib; Falls ruffled rose purple (186C) flushed deeper (186A/B); red (44B) beard. 'Far Corners' X 77-2C1: ( 'Electrabrite' x ( 'Instant Charm' x 'Schiaparelli')). Brown's Sunnyhill Gardens 1989.

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From AIS Bulletin #273 April 1989 Introducing ARTIST'S WHIM (0. Brown '89) TB, 34", EM. Apricot standards with a flush of lavender in midrib section, lightly ruffled and closed. Falls are wide, lightly ruffled and flaring. The rose purple coloring appears to have been brushed on. A narrow edging of apricot rose adds distinction as do the tangerine beards. Three way branching with 8 to 9 buds. Sdlg. 82-3B9. Far Corners X (Electrabrite x (Instant Charm x Schiaparelli)). $30.00. Brown's Sunnyhill Gardens.
 

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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 - 21 Apr 2019

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