■(TB) 'Contempo'
1972, Luihn
'Contempo' (
Walter Luihn, R. 1971). Seedling# 68-20. TB, 38" (97 cm), Early midseason bloom. Rich royal violet self; self beard.
'Epic' X
'Royal Heritage'. Mission Bell 1972. Honorable Mention 1973.
See below:
References:
From AIS Bulletin #205 April 1972 Introducing CONTEMPO (Luihn) An IMPROVED (!) Royal Heritage. Superb branching, bud count. $25.00. Mission Bell. |
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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. |
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