■(TB) 'Let's Dance'
1986, Nelson
'Let's Dance' (
Roger Nelson, R. 1983). Seedling# RN 78-36R. TB, 31" (79 cm). Late midseason bloom. Standards medium yellow (RHS 9B). lighter at midrib and white inside; Falls medium red violet 170B), lightening to 70D at edge, greyed wine (183D) hafts, greyed orange tan (163B) edge; greyed orange beard; slight sweet fragrance.
'Navajo Blanket' X
'Gypsy Caravan'. Iris Country 1986. High Commendation 1982; Honorable Mention 1988.
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From AIS Bulletin #261 April 1986 Introducing LET'S DANCE (R. Nelson '86) TB, 31". A totally unique bicolor with refined form and good habits. Named for a $3 million record album by rock theatrical star David Bowie with his permission. $30.00. Iris Country. |
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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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