(TB) 'Sweet Heart'
1954, Hall
'Sweet Heart' (
David Hall, R. 1954). Seedling# 54-30. TB 32". Midseason bloom. Color Class R1L. Baby-ribbon pink self. Seedling# 52-04 X seedling# 52-42., Cooley 1959.
Note: Not to be confused with
'Sweetheart' by Amos Perry, 1913.
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From Cooley's Garden 1959 catalog: SWEETHEART (Hall, 1959) Each $20.00. A very large "baby-ribbon" pink self even to the beard. Flower is full with very wide hafts and the petal texture is like satin. The pink beard lends an unusual touch which accents the purity and softness of the delicate color. This has been widely used by Mr. Hall in his breeding program. Seedling No. 54-30. 30 inches. |
From Rainbow Hybridizing Gardens catalog 1963: SWEETHEART (Hall '59) EM-30". A very large "baby-ribbon" pink self even to beard. A full flower, wide hafts, satin-like petals. Pink beard lends an unusual touch accentuating the purity & softness of the delicate color. HM'61. Regularly $3.50; on $10 order $2.20; on $25 order $1.55; 3 for $4.20. |
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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. |
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