■(TB) 'Marion Maid'
1969, Hinkle
'Marion Maid' (
Georgia Hinkle, R. 1966). Seedling# X-5-l. TB, 34" (86 cm), Midseason to late bloom. Color Class-B1L, Medium to light blue self, cream beard to light yellow in heart; ruffled.
'Eve' X
'Dear Bob'. Wild 1969. High Commendation 1966; Honorable Mention 1972.
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From AIS Bulletin #193 April 1969 Introducing MARION MAID (Georgia Hinkle '69). Sdlg. X-5-1. Each $25.00. 34". E. This true daughter of EVE has inherited numerous good qualities of its parent. Wide, nearly circular falls are gently ruffled and occasionally deeply pleated. They extend horizontally before dipping. A very heavy V-shaped beard of white tipped yellow intensifies its coloring as it extends into the heart. An area ofvery pale blue surrounds the beard. Wide overlapping hafts. Ruffled standards, closely held yet folded outward at the base from wide style crests. Excellent carriage with 3 well-placed flowers on a 9-bud stalk. Has withstood rain, hail, wind like a veteran. 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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