■(TB) 'Mohave Gold'

1955, Sass

'Mohave Gold' (Henry Sass, R. 1955). Seedling# 50-549. TB, 40" (102 cm). Midseason bloom. Color Class-OY1, Orange-yellow self. ((Seedling x 'Ola Kala') x ('Ola Kala' x 'Ella Callis')) x 'Mattie Gates'. Fleur de Lis 1955.

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From Sass catalog, 1956: MOHAVE GOLD (H. E. Sass, 1955) (50-549)-A rich Golden Orange Yellow of large size. 38 inches. $20.00
From Fleur De Lis catalog, 1956: MOJAVE GOLD (Sass 1955) L. 40 in.((Yellow Sdlg.) x Ola Kala) x (Oia Kala x Ella Callis)) x (Mattie Gates x Yellow Sdlg.). A truly majestic iris, this has tall, well branched stalks that carry immense, tailored flowers. Very broad petaled and excellently formed, this is of such a deep shade of yellow that it must truly be called orange. A rich velvety finish and deep orange beard add to its richness. Superb. 20.00

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