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■(TB) 'Northwest Passage'

1988, Nichols

'Northwest Passage' (Hooker Nichols, R. 1984). Seedling# 82115G. TB, 36" (91 cm). Early to late bloom. Standards blue violet with sprinkling of darker blue violet plicata markings at base and midrib; falls white, edged solid royal blue; gold beard tipped blue; ruffled. 'Odyssey' X 'Crystal Ball'. Hillcrest Iris 1988. High Commendation 1984.

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Photo by Rene Martin-FrancePhoto by Rene Martin-FrancePhoto taken at 1984 AIS Seattle Convention by Verna Laurin at the Michelle Garden

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From AIS Bulletin #268 January 1988 Introducing NORTHWEST PASSAGE (H. Nichols) TB 36" E-L. The spectacular neglecta-plicata seen at the Seattle Convention. Not a rapid grower. Order early. Well branched with many buds. HC 1984. (Odyssey X Crystal Ball). $35.00. Hillcrest Iris Gardens.
 

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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