■(TB) 'Tricolor Special'

1975, Marsh

'Tricolor Special' (James Marsh, R. 1974). Seedling# 71-150. TB, 34" (86 cm), Midseason bloom. Standards deep plum purple, flecked white; falls white, deep plum purple edge; brown beard. 'Stepping Out' X 'Wild Ginger'. Marsh 1975.

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From AIS Bulletin #217 April 1975 Introducing TRICOLOR SPECIAL (Marsh '75). 71-150. TB, 34", M. Stepping Out X Wild Ginger. This big, wide-hafted plicata has ruffled plum purple standards flecked white. The falls are white with a deep plum purple border. They are wide, flared, and have deep ruffling all around. The flowers have excellent substance. 7 or 8 flowers are borne on a well-branched stalk. Blue-green foliage, a strong grower, and is fertile both ways. EC '73. $25.00. Marsh Gardens.

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