■(TB) 'Sunrise Sunset'
1980, Williamson
'Sunrise Sunset' (
Bryce Williamson, R. 1977). Seedling# 3874-2. TB, 36" (91 cm), Early to midseason bloom. Standards citrus orange; falls same with apricot wash from hafts; tangerine-red beard.
'Launching Pad' X
'Georgia Girl'. Cordon Bleu, Pacific Coast Hybridizers 1980.
Franklin Cook Cup 1980; Favortie Guest 1980;
Honorable Mention 1982.
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References
From AIS Bulletin #224 Winter 1977 Introducing SUNRISE SUNSET (Bryce Williamson) is a subtle blending of colors-- light apricot-blond blended with peach, apricot-orange and nectarine. The shoulders are unripe cantaloupe, and soft red-coral beards finish the pleasing picture. With a lovely, ruffled form, good branching and buds, it has vigorous growth habits. Avanti X Launching Pad. $25.00. Pacific Coast Hybridizers. |
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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. |
FURTHER CULTURAL INFORMATION Here |
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