■(TB) 'Gypsy Skirt'

1987, Shockey

'Gypsy Skirt' (Howard Shockey, R. 1986). Seedling# 82-222-A. TB, 35" (89 cm), Midseason bloom. Standards coral pink; Falls off-white with broad irregular maroon burgundy band; tangerine beard; slight spicy fragrance. 'Pink Confett' X 'Capricious'. Arilian Acres 1987.

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From AIS Bulletin #265 April 1987 Introducing GYPSY SKIRT (Shockey '87) TB, 35", M. A gypsy maiden in dance. Coral pink standards over broad semi-flaring falls of off-white marked with irregular banding of maroon-burgundy; tangerine beards. Purple based fans add pleasing interest. Sdlg. 82-222-A: Pink Confetti X Capricious. $25.00. Arilian Acres.

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