1923, McKinney
'Glee' ( Ella McKinney. 1923) IB. Early bloom. Color Class-Y4L. 'Socrates' x 'Statellae'.
Note: Although originally registered as IB, Glee would be an SDB in today's classification based upon its height of 12" as noted in Reference below.
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In Totty's 1923 catalog: "Glee (McKinney) This is a dwarf Iris of exceptional merit. The profusion of its pale yellow bloom and the gay grace of its two flowered stems merit the name given by the originator. It bloomed over a period of three weeks this past season and is an acquisition, receiving praise wherever seen. Stock limited. Late April and early May. 12 inches. Price . . per plant, $3.00 " |
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