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■(TB) 'Country Lilac'

1971, Hamblen

'Country Lilac' (Melba Hamblen, R. 1970). Seedling# H64-25-8. TB, 34" (86 cm). Early to midseason bloom. Standards purple blend of RHS 76B/C/D through red-purple (76B and C); falls same with gradation of light pink-orchid through light blue-orchid, pink hafts; orange-red (33B) beard. ('Gay Adventure' x 'Fair Luzon') X 'Rippling Waters'. Mission Bell 1971. Honorable Mention 1972.

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References:

From AIS Bulletin #201 April 1971 Introducing COUNTRY LILAC (Hamblen). Amethyst-lilac with red beard. $25.00. Mission Bell.
 
 

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