■(TB) 'La Negra Flor'

1957, Crosby

'La Negra Flor' (Luzon Crosby, R. 1956). Seedling# C-55-3. TB, 36" (91 cm), Early midseason bloom. Color Class-V1D, Dark-purple self. ('Storm King' x 'Solid Mahogany') x 'Sable Night'. Tell 1957. Honorable Mention 1958. 3rd place, Florence 1959.

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From Fleur De Lis Gardens catalog 1963: LA NEGRIFLOR (Crosby '57) E.M. 36 in. (Storm King x S. Mahogany) x Sable Night. A very dark blue black of large size, flaring form and heavy substance. The broad ruffled petals have a sooty overlay. Looks jet black even at a short distance. P. Firenze 1959. 5.00.

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