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(SIB) 'King's Forrest'

1969, McGarvey

'King's Forrest' ( William McGarvey, R. 1965). Seedling McG-65-For-1. I. forrestii (SIB), 20" (51 cm), Midseason bloom. Color Class Y1, Clear yellow self; type true to species. McG-62-For-1 X McG-62-For-1. Old Brook 1969. Honorable Mention 1970.

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From AIS Bulletin #193 April 1969 KING'S FOREST (McGarvey '69). 20". Yellow Siberian iris from pure I. forestii breeding. This plant makes an attractive garden clump. It has clear light yellow falls and standards, and is true to species in appearance. Ithas produced many excellent seedlings and is a sister seedling to a plant which was used by its hybridizer for production of a fertile 40 chromosome x 28 chromosome seedling. Although we have no reports of lack of hardiness King's Forest is also a plant for the expert and connoisseur. Net $12.00. Old Brook Gardens.
 
 

Cultivation

Quick Summary of Cultural Directions

FURTHER CULTURAL INFORMATION Sort
Hardiness Zones 3-8 for most varieties, Some Siberian cultivars tolerate colder, others tolerate warmer zones (please comment in comment box with your location if this cultivar grows well in zone 3, 9, or 10.)
Exposure Prefers full sun for optimal performance, may still bloom in half-day shade
Water: Prefers well drained but moist good garden soil, More tolerant of dry conditions in established plants, Prefers moist conditions especially in Spring bloom season.
PH Average garden solis 6.1 to 7.5,
Fertilizer Prefers rich conditions on organic soils.

-- BobPries - 2011-03-07

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