From AIS Bulletin #117, April 1950. HIS EXCELLENCY (1948). A rich dignified improved Louvois. 36 inches. $10.00. Kenneth Smith. |
From Fleur De Lis Gardens catalog 1956: HIS EXCELLENCY (Smith 1945) E. M. 36 in. (Rajah x Marinella). A rich brown hicolor, this is truly brown with no copper in its makeup. The large flowers are nicely formed, have broad rounded petals and the stands are rich creamy tan while the falls are velvety brown with a wide cream border. Very lovely. 2.00. |