RE: Older forms of iris.
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- Subject: RE: Older forms of iris.
- From: M*@fin.gc.ca
- Date: Wed, 25 Mar 1998 07:44:14 -0700 (MST)
Jan, I've been considering the same thing. I think that one of the most
important breakthroughs in the modern form is stronger substance. Many of
the older varieties (and some newer ones) can't stand up to more than a
sprinkling of rain before looking like wet kleenex. And then there are the
popular old varieties, such as Wabash, that would not be considered for
awards under current standards of excellence. There are a few people trying
to develop a modern Wabash.
Maureen Mark
Ottawa, Canada (zone 4)
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Jan Clark [SMTP:janclarx@hotmail.com]
> Sent: Monday, March 23, 1998 7:10 PM
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> Subject: Hyb: Older forms of iris.
>
> Griff wrote:
> >.......be prepared for lots of paddle-shaped and/or droopy falls....
> I have been told recently that older type irises are increasing in
> popularity again, especially with old house renovaters. They suit the
> style of garden that people want around their Victorian, Edwardian and
> Federation style houses.
> If so, wouldn't new irises bred from old, improving on certain
> qualities, be a good aim for an interested hybridiser. New colours and
> patterns could be introduced while maintaining a more classical form.
> What do others think?
> What qualities would be desirable for the modern gardener?
>
> Jan Clark, Hoping to inspire some more of the stimulating discussions
> that have been coming out recently.
>
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