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■(TB) 'Burmese Ruby'

1949, Muhlestein

'Burmese Ruby' (Tell Muhlestein, R. 1948). Seedling #46-122. TB, 36" (91 cm), Late midseason bloom. Color Class-R4M, Red, enamel finish, slight smoky undertone in falls. 'Red Valor' X 'Red Gleam'. Tell 1949. High Commendation (seedling #46-122) 1948.

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From Wallace Iris Gardens catalog 1955: BURMESE RUBY - (Muhlestein '49) M. L. 36 ln. Freshly opened blooms are a wonderful shade of richest garnet red with a bright orange beard. $1.50.
From Tell's 1949 catalog: BURMESE RUBY (Red Valor x Red Gleam) An unusual red with a jewel-like enamel finish. There is a slight smoky undertone in the falls. I feel it will be an important parent for reds. Height 36 inches. Midseason to late. HC (No. 46-122) 1948. $15.00

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

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