■(TB) 'Tenderness'
1960, Knopf
'Tenderness' (
Mary Ellen Knopf, R. 1959). Seedling# 14-H-44. TB, 36" (91 cm), Late bloom. Lilac-mauve to rose self.
'Jade Queen' x
'Mission Trails'. Knopf 1960. Honorable Mention 1961.
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From AIS Bulletin #157, April 1960. Introducing TENDERNESS (Sdlg No. 14-H.44) Jade Queen x Mission Trails. Sibling to EI Camino Real. Extremely fragrant very ruffled beauty done in a rosy mauve. A complete self of heavy substance, finest of texture on well branched stalks. A real breath taker, as were many of this cross. Fertile. V.L. 34". $25.00. Knopf Iris Garden. |
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