■(TB) 'Barely Blue'

1979, Kegerise

'Barely Blue' (Evelyn Kegerise, R. 1978). Seedling# 74-86-2. TB, 38" (97 cm), Midseason to late bloom. Ruffled pale blue self; pale blue beard, yellow in throat. Seedling# 69-90: ('Arctic Fury' x 'Skywatch') X 'Sapphire Hills'. Evelyn Kegerise 1979. Honorable Mention 1981.

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From AIS Bulletin #233 Spring 1979 Introducing BARELY BLUE- TB, 38", M-L. #74-86-2 (Arctic Fury X Skywatch) X Sapphire Hills. A vigorous grower in our garden. Established clumps produce many fine, strong bloomstalks, carrying 9 to 10 well-spaced, deeply ruffled and beautifully formed flowers. Color - 'barely blue'; pale blue beard, yellow in throat. Weather resistant blooms. $25.00. Evelyn Kegerise.

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Culture

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