1947, Whiting
'Congo Princess' (Mrs. C. Whiting, R. 1940) TB. Late bloom. Color Class R1D. Strong locust fragrance. 'Rubeo' x 'Smolder'. Maple Valley 1947.
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From Maple Valley Gardens catalog, 1947: CONGO PRINCESS (Whiting 1947) No. 4088 (RUBEO X SMOLDER) L. 36 inches. Deep red purple with a smooth enamel finish. $1.00.
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