■(TB) 'Loudoun Lassie'
1972, Crossman
'Loudoun Lassie' (
George Crossman, R. 1971). Seedling# 68-26. TB, 36" (91 cm), Midseason bloom. Standards orange-white with orchid (RHS 159B) midribs; falls greyed purple (186C); coral beard.
'Lady Of Loudoun' X
'Pretty Carol'. Gene & Gerry's Iris 1972. Honorable Mention 1974; Favorite Guest 1974;
President's Cup 1974.
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From AIS Bulletin #205 April 1972 Introducing LOUDOUN LASSIE (George Crossman '72) $25.00. Sdlg. 68-26: Lady of Loudoun X Pretty Carol. TB. 36". Mid. Ruffled-arched standards held stiffly upright and touching; light orange overlaid light lavender with orchid midribs. Flaring and ruffled falls of medium orchid overlaid lightly with bronze which extends into the hafts. Coral beard adds to the beauty of this lovely flower. Very good substance and branching, with 7 to 9 buds. Healthy blue-green foliage. Gene & Gerry's Iris Gardens. |
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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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