■(TB) 'Lemon And Spice'
1985, Gibson
'Lemon And Spice' (
James Gibson, R. 1984). Seedling# 37-9C. TB, 35" (89 cm). Midseason bloom. Standards yellow (RHS 9A), yellow orange (15A) crest; falls yellow ground stitched brown, brown center stripe, rich brown hafts, white area surrounding orange brown beard; ruffled.
'Queen In Calico' X Seedling# 73-4H: (
'Kilt Lilt' x seedling# 25-2A: (
'Orange Plush' x seedling# 14-9A)). Gibson Iris 1985.
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References:
From AIS Bulletin #256 January 1985 Introducing LEMON AND SPICE-TB, 35", M, Variegata Plicata, Sdlg. 37-9C. $25.00. Clear lemon yellow (RHS 9A) stands, beautifully arched and ruffled. Prominently displayed yellow-orange (l5A) crest. Ruffled, semi-flaring falls with curling lace from Kilt Lilt. Brown speckles on yellow ground, white signal, brown center stripe, rich brown hafts. Orange-brown beards. Most attractive! Queen in Calico X (Kilt Lilt x (Orange Plush x 14-9A)). Gibson Iris Gardens. |
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Culture
Quick Summary of Cultural Directions
FURTHER CULTURAL INFORMATION |
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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