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■(TB) 'Sunglasses Needed'

2019, Kelly

'Sunglasses Needed' (Steve Kelly, R. 2018). Seedling TAFCS 12-13. TB, 31" (79 cm), Early midseason bloom. Bright yellow self; beards bright gold; slight fragrance. 'That’s All Folks' X 'Coffee Song'. Rockytop 2019. Honorable Mention 2022; Award of Merit 2024.

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sumsunsunglassesPhoto by Steve KellyPhoto by Superstition Iris GardensPhoto by Jeanette Graham taken at MillerPhoto by Jeff Bennett-Dry Creek GardenPhoto by Jeff Bennett-Dry Creek Garden

References

Awaiting original catalog description
 

Culture

Quick Summary of Cultural Directions

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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Topic revision: r11 - 16 Aug 2024, DougChyz
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