■(TB) 'Black Belle'

1947, Stevens

'Black Belle' (Jean Stevens, R. 1947). Seedling #1/T103. TB. Late bloom. Color Code-R9D. 'Sable' x 'Royal Mission'.

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From (Schreiner’s catalog, 1952): BLACK BELLE (Stevens 1951 ) ML. 32". This precisely-styled Iris of richest black velvet texture and silken sheen has a ruby overcast that gives it a myriad of highlights like a star-studded midnight sky. The general ebony hue extends even to the beard. An Iris of splendid substance that withstands wind and rain. Ideal for the front of the border. $10.00.
From (Marble Iris Gardens catalog, 1957): BLACK BELLE (Stevens 1951). ML. 32 in. A precisely styled Iris of richest black velvet and silken sheen has a ruby overcast that gives it a myriad of highlights like a star-studded midnight sky. It has splendid substance that withstands wind and rain and is a good grower. Because of its low growing habits it is excellent for the front of the border. Each $2.00: 3 for $5.00.

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