Description
Japanese, large flower opens maroon to deep mahogany red in cooler climates. Quite durable pigments, color remains stable until petals drop. Broad, well-formed petals surround a cluster of narrow staminodes of same color edged in gold. In center mostly obscured, pale yellow carpels with red stigmas. A fine looking flower that is of good form and substance. Very satisfying plant habit, vigorous and of fair increase, a dependable bloomer with ample color on a large, medium height bush. Stout, erect stem carries flowers above the foliage canopy. The bush is well covered in semi-glossy, dark green foliage, the leaves remain attractive for most of the growing season. Excellent in the landscape, good choice for the cut flower garden.
Awards, Best Use & Distinctions
Best Landscaper®; Best Cut®; rare variety; general garden and landscape use; perennial border; cut flower garden; deer resistant.
Basic Growing Requirements
Full Sun. Water as needed, sensitive to overwatering and waterlog conditions. Soil pH 6.5-7. Fertile, well-draining soil.
Disclosure
The image(s) above shows the actual cultivar named and described on this page. The pictures are a fair and accurate depiction of the flowers as they are, in vivo, and are not staged or altered otherwise. The descriptions are based on our experience with plants that are grown by us here in NW Missouri.
ALL ORDERS SHIP BARE ROOT AFTER HARVEST AND USDA INSPECTION IN LATE SEPTEMBER THROUGH NOVEMBER.
