■(TB) 'Nightfall'
1942, Hall
'Nightfall' (
David Hall, R. 1942). TB, 36" (91 cm). Midseason bloom. Dark violet bitone.
'Indian Chief' X Very dark, almost black seedling. Hall 1942
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From Milliken Iris Gardens catalog, 1948: NIGHTFALL (Hall) Rich, velvety dark pansy-purple falls with the color running well back into the flower, standards lighter. A vigorous free blooming variety that furnishes the needed contrast when planted among the lighter colors. 3 feet. $1.50. |
Additional Catalog References: Longfield 1947; Milliken 1948 |
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