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■(TB) 'Flower Show'

1983, Gatty

'Flower Show' (Joseph Gatty, R. 1982). Seedling# J49-1A. TB, 36" (91 cm), Early midseason bloom. Standards hyacinth (M&P 42-F-7); falls hyacinth, paling with age to (42-B-2), shaded hyacinth toward edge; deep yellow beard; slight sweet fragrance. 'Dream Affair' X 'Sun City'. Keppel 1983. Honorable Mention 1985.

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Photo scanned by Anne Milner-from the B.I.S( British Iris Society) slide collection

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From AIS Bulletin #249 April 1983 Introducing FLOWER SHOW (Gatty) EM 36" (Dream Affair X Sun City. Hyacinth orchid with paler, creamier falls. Prominent deep yellow beards. Extremely vigorous, f1oriferous. $25.00. Keith Keppel.
 

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.

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