■(TB) 'Kentucky Hills'
1969, Hinkle
'Kentucky Hills' (
Georgia Hinkle, R. 1968). Seedling# X-5-2. TB, 32" (81 cm), Midseason bloom. Color Class-VB1L, Lobelia blue (Wilson 42/2) self; ruffled; beard V-shaped, beginning white at tip to white tipped buttercup yellow.
'Eve' X
'Dear Bob'. Wild 1969. High Commendation 1966;
Honorable Mention 1971.
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References:
From AIS Bulletin #193 April 1969 Introducing KENTUCKY HILLS (Georgia Hinkle '69). Sdlg.-X-5-2. Each $25.00. 32". M. An impressive iris of quiet violet-blue yet one of magnificent proportions. Tightly held standards create a well-rounded, gently ruffled dome which crowns the rolling form of the very wide ruffled faIls. A huge V-shaped beard beginning white at the tip deepens to white tipped buttercup yellow. Very large flower, excellent substance, touching hafts. KENTUCKY HILLS is a thoroughbred in every sense of the word. Parentage: Eve X Dear Bob. HC '66. Gilbert Wild. |
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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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