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■(TB) 'Liebestraum'

1978, Spahn

'Liebestraum' (Fred Spahn, R. 1977). Seedling# 72E1. TB, 37" (94 cm), Midseason to late bloom. Standards. bright coral-pink; Falls slightly lighter except at haft, blending to almost white area in center; ruffled; deep coral beard. Seedling# 67B1: ('Glamorous' x 'Chinese Coral') X seedling# 69H1: 'Esther Fay' x 'Spanish Gift'). Spahn 1978. Honorable Mention 1980.

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From AIS Bulletin #229, Spring 1978 Introducing LIEBESTRAUM (Spahn '78). TB, 37", M-L. A distinctive color that really stands out. Buds are medium ripe watermelon color. Flowers have deep coral pink standards. Ruffled, semi-flaring falls are deep coral at tpe hafts, blending lighter towards the petal edges. A large white area sets off the bushy, deep coral beard that highlights the bloom. 5 to 7 buds on strong stems. Vigorous. Sdlg. 72E1: (Glamorous x Chinese Coral) X (Esther Fay x Spanish Gift). $25.00. Fred Spahn.
 
 

Culture

Quick Summary of Cultural Directions

FURTHER CULTURAL INFORMATION Sort
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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Topic revision: r9 - 06 Feb 2023, Harloiris
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