■(TB) 'Brigadoon'
1955, Tompkins
'Brigadoon' (
Chet Tompkins, R. 1955). Seedling# 53-218. TB, 38" (97 cm). Early to late bloom. Color Class-YR5, Blend of fuchsia-red and amethyst-violet. (Name released by R. Small, former registrant). Involved parentage, including
'Honeyflow' and
'Three Oaks' x seashell pinks x (
'Dark Fire' x
'Colorcade'). Fleur de Lis 1955. Honorable Mention 1955.
See below:
References:
From Fleur De Lis Gardens catalog 1956: BRIGADOON (Tompkins 1955) E. L. 38 in. (((Honeyflower x Sea shell) x Three Oaks x ((Spring Maid x Far West) x F.Zenor))) x (((Spindrift ({Spring Maid x Far West) x F. Zenor)) x Nylon x Sass 40-313))) x (Dark Fire x Colorcade)). A brilliant blend of Fuchsia red and Amethyst Violet, this is one of the most brilliant Iris we have ever seen and certainly has the most carryIng power. The flowers are very large, beautifully formed with broad, softly ruffled petals. The substance is heavy and the finish is like gleaming, silken taffeta. There is a flush of Chocolate-red over the hafts which are completel free from venations and a full chocolate red beard adds to the richness. The stalks are tall, very strong and have good branching with excellent placement. H. M. 1955. Stock very limited this year. Net 35.00. |
From Rainbow Hybridizing Gardens catalog 1963: BRIGADOON (Tompkins '55) E-L-38". My nomination for brightest Iris now available anywhere. A delightfully smooth blend of bright fuchsia-red, amethyst-violet, true purple . Very large, yet beautifully formed, softly ruffled petals of heavy substance. HC'54; HM'55. Regularly $3.00; on $10 order $1.85; on $25 order $1.25; 3 for $3.20; 10 for $9.60. |
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Historic Iris Preservation Society gallery link. |
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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