Re: LADY EMMA
- To: Multiple recipients of list <i*@rt66.com>
- Subject: Re: LADY EMMA
- From: C*@aol.com
- Date: Mon, 17 Mar 1997 17:54:54 -0700 (MST)
In a message dated 97-03-17 18:48:48 EST, you write:
<< Today, my copy of the Reblooming Iris Recorder arrived. I noticed
that the MTB Iris LADY EMMA is listed as being a reliable rebloomer. Could
those of you on the Iris List who have had experience with this Iris tell
me how it performs for them. I find MTB Irises to be quite interesting,
and rebloom is yet another plus. Since it had votes from Zones 5 and 6 in
the RIS Symposium, I would especially like to here from those in these
climates. >>
LADY EMMA was bred by Frank Jones in New Jersey, and is a very reliable
rebloomer in many areas including PA and OH. Although Frank registered it
as an MTB, its flower is larger than specified for the MTB class. In the
spring it blooms at the same time as the Intermediate Bearded irises. It is
nicely branched. The color is rather drap for many tastes, but the flower,
quite "tailored", is nicely formed. I like it, and it reblooms for me every
year, and quite profusely. Clarence Mahan in VA