■(TB) 'Ruth's Love'
1962, Sexton
'Ruth's Love' (
Neva Sexton, R. 1961). Seedling# 58-36. TB, 38" (97 cm), Very early bloom. Standards golden yellow; falls creamy white, bordered golden yellow; yellow beard.
'Star Shine' X yellow seedling. Sexton 1962. Honorable Mention 1965.
From the 2022 Rebloom Checklist: Rebloom reported in: CA, TX. USDA Zones 8
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From AIS Bulletin #165, April 1962. Introducing RUTH'S LOVE (Sexton '62). EE. 40 in. (Star Shine X yellow seedling). S., golden yellow; F., creamy white bordered golden yellow. Gold beard. Named for a dear deceased friend. This was her favorite of all my iris. This iris with four-way branching has heavy substance. The blooms last for a week or more, becoming more beautiful each day. This is a golden Star Shine. Net $25.00. Sexton Iris Garden. |
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BobPries - 2011-03-07