■(TB) 'Sonata In Blue'

1994, Smith

'Sonata In Blue' (Raymond G. Smith, R. 1991). Seedling# 8621BR. TB, 31" (78 cm). Midseason bloom and re-bloom. Ruffled brilliant violet (Nickerson seedling# 10PB 5/9); beards yellow, tipped white; slight fragrance. F. Wampler seedling X 'Victoria Falls'. R. G. Smith 1994.

From the 2022 Rebloom Checklist: Rebloom reported in: CA, IN, KY, MD, PA, VA. USDA Zones 6, 6b, 7a, 7b

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From AIS Bulletin #293 April 1994 Introducing SONATA IN BLUE-A ruffled blue (Nickerson 10PB 5/9) self, showing its heritage from Pink Sleigh (one grandparent) and its parent, Victoria Falls. My best iris produced in 43 years of hybridizing for rebloom. A fine pod parent but usually no pollen. $50.00. Raymond Smith.

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