■(TB) 'Au Contraire'

2008, Johnson

'Au Contraire' (Thomas Johnson, R. 2008) Seedling Tu178C. TB, 36" (91 cm). Late bloom. Standards palest slate violet; style arms buff gold; Falls slightly lighter slate-violet, hafts blushed buff gold; beards bright yellow-orange; laced; pronounced sweet fragrance. 'Vienna Waltz' X 'Fancy Stuff'. Mid-America 2008. Honorable Mention 2012.

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From Mid-America Garden catalog, 2008: AU CONTRAIRE (T.Johnson 08) TB Late 36” (91cm) This lovely creation is formally attired with abundant ruffles and crinkled lace. Form is perfection as would be expected from two such exceptionally fine parents. Standards are palest slate violet and falls slightly lighter. Hafts are blushed buff-gold with bright yellow-orange beards adding bold contrast. Well spaced branches produce 7-8 buds. Excellent growth. Sdlg. TU178C: Vienna Waltz X Fancy Stuff. $50.00.

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