See

*
 

â– (TB) 'Blue Baron'

1962, Schreiner

'Blue Baron' (Robert Schreiner, R. 1959). Seedling# N-875-1. TB, 40" (102 cm), Midseason bloom. Color Class-B1M. Marine-blue self. ('Helen McGregor' x Fay seedling) X (('Jane Phillips' x seedling# E-398) x ('Cloud Castle' x 'Narain')). Schreiners 1962. Highly Commended 1960; Honorable Mention 1963; Judges Choice 1963, 1964; Award of Merit 1965.

See below:
SchreinerPhoto by Verna Laurin-Willowdale-ON-Canada-taken June 1971photo by Sharon HallDetail of Sharon Hall photo

References:

From Schreiner’s catalog, 1962: BLUE BARON (Schreiner 1962) M. 40". This massive marine blue iris, shown on our back cover, with its massive size, classic, opulent, ruffled form, superb candelabrum branching and. outstanding height and vigor, has been acclaimed by visiting judges as one of the finest iris ever seen. Blue Baron will become the boast, and the toast, of every outstanding iris garden. Besides the most unusual color--a deeper, truer blue than usual in an iris this deep--the exceptional branching is instantly singled out. Many stems produce branches which in turn have smaller branchlets with a total of as many as 15 to 18 buds on an individual stem. Seedling N 875-1. HC 1960. $25.00.
Three years ago, in Schreiner's seedling bed, blooming gloriously for the Regional convention, we saw a medium dark blue iris that has since been named. BLUE BARON. The color could be called Narain blue, since its grandparent, 'Narain', undoubtedly contributed to the dynamic quality of this particular shade. The beautifully fashioned blossoms, with wide petals and superfine substance, are the answer to a hybridizer's dream. It was one of the disappointments of 1960 that this iris was not in bloom during the Portland Convention, but the tall bloomstalks, heavily loaded with buds, give visitors an exciting glimpse into the future. BLUE BARON'S branching has no parallel and is, to quote its originator, "like the Jewish candlestick with seven candles." The fact that each socket also contains two buds, Bob considers a "lucky break." However, I am inclined to believe "luck" had little to do with this phenomenal achievement, rather it is the result of long range planning and careful selection. Mrs. J. R. Hamblen, "Drama of Progress", A.I.S. Bulletin 161 (April 1961): 11.
 
Historic Iris Preservation Society gallery link.

Culture

Quick Summary of Cultural Directions

FURTHER CULTURAL INFORMATION Sort
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.

BobPries - 21 Apr 2019


*Please do not enter images that are not your own without owners' permission, this is against Wiki policy*

"Although the Encyclopedia is free to all, it is supported by Emembership in AIS, If you would like to help sustain this reference, for $15 you can become an Emember, click here."

Interested in Tall Bearded Iris? Please visit the: Tall Bearded Iris Society website.

To Report errors do not use comment box but contact the Iris Encyclopedia Photo Manager or Iris Encyclopedia Manager Comment box is reserved for added information about the topic.

Your Observations Are Valued. Please make note of bud count, branching, purple based foliage and bloom time, etc. Because these are affected by climate, note date, year and geographic location and write these and other comments in the comment box below.


 

-- KentPfeiffer - 2010-06-10

I Attachment Action Size Date Who Comment
BlueBaron.jpgjpg BlueBaron.jpg manage 74 K 30 Apr 2013 - 19:34 DavidPotembski Schreiner's Iris Lover's catalog 1967
bluebaron5.JPGJPG bluebaron5.JPG manage 224 K 25 Jun 2023 - 02:25 TerryLaurin Photo by Verna Laurin-Willowdale-ON-Canada-taken June 1971
rsz_bluebaron-jb.jpgjpg rsz_bluebaron-jb.jpg manage 71 K 05 Jan 2013 - 21:18 Main.Harloiris photo by Sharon Hall
rsz_bluebaron-jbbh.jpgjpg rsz_bluebaron-jbbh.jpg manage 88 K 28 Nov 2017 - 15:14 BetsyHiggins Detail of Sharon Hall photo
Topic revision: r23 - 02 Jun 2024, DougChyz
This site is powered by FoswikiCopyright © by the contributing authors. All material on this collaboration platform is the property of the contributing authors.
Ideas, requests, problems regarding Iris Wiki? Send feedback