Re: Re:TB: HYB: ?best red-bearded whites?

In a message dated 3/29/2005 5:46:53 PM Central Standard Time, 
Autmirislvr@aol.com writes:


>  Personally, I always thought  CHRISTMAS 
> RUBIES had the very best bloom for a red bearded white.   Unfortunately the 
> stalks were not good.  It's not growing well here and I  will move it this 
> year if 
> it makes it that long. 

It is pretty. Does not grow well here in alkaline pH (if at all). Does not 
grow well for a friend near here in acid pH. Does not grow well. This would not 
keep me from using it. Using it would be no worse than using a substantard 
bloomed seedling as a bridge plant. 

I think you correct concerning best bloom from the few I've seen.

Mid America sent one (I remember not the name) to the OSIS auction year 
before last. Should be in his '03 catalog. Clownin', I tried to sell it without 
giving a description. Nobody would bid. When I said "white with a red beard", I 
could no longer afford it.

Spect ole Mogensen is doin' somebody a real favor with his advice.
Smiles,
Bill Burleson 

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