■(TB) 'Copper Medallion'
1951, Schreiner
'Copper Medallion' (
Robert Schreiner, R. 1951) TB, 38" (97 cm), Midseason bloom. Copper self.
'Bryce Canyon' X
'Sunset Serenade'. Schreiner 1951. Honorable Mention 1953, Judge's Choice 1954.
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From AIS Bulletin #121, April 1951. Introducing Copper Medallion-(Schreiner 1951) M. 38 in. This stunning seedling from Bryce Canyon X Sunset Serenade glitters with the metallic brilliance of a new penny. The handsome, full-sized blooms hold their color well in the strongest sun, a color to remember, inherited from two famous bloodlines-Kleinsorge and Sass. $15.00. Schreiner. |
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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. |
BobPries - 21 Apr 2019
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