Difference: TbSongOfNorway (r59 vs. r58)

■(TB) 'Song Of Norway'

1979, Luihn

'Song Of Norway' (Walter Luihn, R. 1977). Seedling# 76-5. TB, height 38" (97 cm). Midseason to late bloom. Ruffled silvery light powder blue self; deep bluebird blue beard tipped silver. 'Nobleman' X 'Blue Luster'. Luihn 1979. Honorable Mention 1981; Award of Merit 1983; American Dykes Medal 1986.

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References:

From AIS Bulletin #233 Spring 1979 Introducing SONG OF NORWAY (Walt Luihn, 1979). #76-5. TB, 38", M-L. Nobleman X Blue Luster. Reminiscent of silvery blue icebergs and deep blue crevasses, we predict this tall Norwegian beauty will steal the hearts of all who see it, as it has been a "crowd-stopper" in our garden every year since its maiden bloom. It is a ruffled, silvery light powder blue self, highlighted by a deep bluebird blue beard (RHS 042) tipped silver. As it reaches full maturity, it begins to very gradually "melt" to a lighter shade, which seems to further enhance the contrast of its rich blue beard. For those who like to capture Queen of Show, this icy beauty is a "must," as it is not uncommon to have three or more open blossoms on its well-branched stem. We have pictures to prove that, on occasion, it has had as many as five open flowers! HC 1978. $25.00. Luihn's Iris Garden.
 
 

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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-- RolandDejoux - 2010-01-01

  • Blooms beautifully mid-season to late May (into early June sometimes). Stems up tp 40". Zone 5a/b -- LeonElliott - 2013-08-04
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