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■(TB) 'Celestia'

1955, Pierce

'Celestia' (John Pierce, R. 1952). TB, 36" (91 cm), Midseason bloom. Color Class-B1M, Self, medium blue. ('Snow Flurry' x 'Lake Shannon') x ('Helen McGregor' x 'Chivalry'). Pierce 1955. High Commendation 1953. Honorable Mention 1955.

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From AIS Bulletin #137, April 1955. Introducing CELESTIA 1955. (Snow Flurry x Lake Shannon x Helen McGregor x Chivalry). A medium blue self with well formed standards and broad arched and ruffled falls. The substance and texture of this iris is outstanding. The stalk is widely branched. Height 36". H. C. 1953. $20.00. John Pierce.
 
 



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