HYB: AIS: Haft Markings
In a message dated 9/5/2006 7:25:21 AM Eastern Standard Time,
lmann@lock-net.com writes:
All of these traits are much improved in modern irises, assuming we all
like high bud count, wider and stiffer petals, erect stalks, and cleaner
hafts.
I wouldn't assume that about the haft markings, actually. Tiger, tiger,
burning bright....
There are some who quite like the intriguing, distinctive, traditional
markings of the Iris; indeed, AIS permits them when they enhance the blossom. And
why would they not permit them? Combined with a good beard they often make
for a snazzy and elegant flower. Distinctiveness is supposed to be a good thing
in an Iris and there are a lot of banal modern irises out there which might
be much improved by some nice haft markings.
When bearded irises appear in the garden magazines, it is often as a closeup
of the beard and throat and hafts of a blossom with rich traditional
markings and velvety texture. The essence of the bearded iris, in the eyes of many.
A smooth, or quiet, haft-- as opposed to a busy, or noisy one, to use the
traditional terms as I learned them--- is not to be despised, certainly, but
such is only one possible variation of many on a very rich theme. I have
decided that the greatest joy lies in developing an eye which recognizes and
enjoys many forms of excellence.
Moreover, I think the hybridizers, and AIS, should avoid defining
perfection, or goals, too narrowly, else the game peter out.
Cordially,
Anner Whitehead
Richmond VA USA
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