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■(TB) 'Melon Bisque'

1973, Quesnel

'Melon Bisque' (Opal Quesnel, R. 1973). Seedling# 69-3. TB, 34" (86 cm), Early to late bloom. Standards near cadmium orange (Wilson 8/3); falls same, small lighter area barely visible near haft; suggestion of slightly darker overlay enriching upper petal; lightly ruffled and laced; matching beard, deepening to dark tangerine. ('Chinese Coral' x 'Prairie Blaze') X 'Irish Lullaby'. Petite d'Anet 1976. Honorable Mention 1979.

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From AIS Bulletin #221 April 1976 Introducing MELON BISQUE-TB, 34", M-Late. Enchanting and distinctive hue, reminiscent of cut muskmelon, provides a perfect nuance for brown reds in the garden. Smooth texture, closed standards. Falls same hue with suggestion of slightly darker overlay enriching upper part; lightly ruffled, laced, wide, flared. Good proportion, strong substance. Matching beard, deepening to dark tangerine. Excellent plant habits, form, branching and bud count. ((Chinese Coral x Prairie Blaze) X Irish Lullaby). Very popular seedling at Region 18 spring meeting at Flat River, Missouri. HC '73. $30.00. Petite d'Anet Iris Garden.
 
 

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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