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■(TB) 'Sunmist'

1932, Nicholls

'Sunmist' (Colonel Jesse Nicholls, R. 1932) TB. Midseason bloom. Color Class-W6. 'Moonlight' x 'Snow White'.

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From Maple Valley Iris Gardens catalog, 1937: SUNMIST (Nicholls 1934) M. 36 in. A glittering pure white with a bright yellow central glow which gives it an ethereal look--like the sun shining through a mist. A very distinct and beautiful iris of excellent form, substance and grace. H.M. 1931. $4.00.
From Fairmount Gardens catalog, 1942: SUNMIST (Nicholls 1932) E. Large creamy white flowers flushed with yellow toward the center. One of the best early yellows. H. M., A. I. S. 1936. Per. R. 87 1937. 35 in. $ .25.
 

Culture

Quick Summary of Cultural Directions

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.
FURTHER CULTURAL INFORMATION Here

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