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H. ‘Delona’s Smile’ (R) 2013 (rev 2025)
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H. ‘Delona’s Smile’

R. Solberg (ONIR)

Plant: 40in (101.6cm) diameter; 20in (50.8cm) high; mound-like; moderate growth rate

Leaf: 10in (25.4cm) long; 8in (20.3cm) wide; 12 to 14 vein pairs; yellow with heavily rippled margins; dull on top; glaucous bloom underneath; ovate with cordate base; lightly folded overall with some leaves showing light to moderate corrugation.

Scape: N/A

Scape Bracts: N/A

Flower: pale lavender, ; tubular; Franklinton, NC; 6/1 to 7/15

Seed: sets viable seed

Clump History: original seedling; 5 years old; Franklinton, NC

Notable Characteristics: strong veins, bright yellow color, sun tolerant, heavy substance

Pod Parent: H. ‘Kinkaku’ F2 sdlg x H. ‘Hercules’

Pollen Parent: H. ‘Kinkaku’ F2 sdlg x H. ‘Hercules’

Sport Parent: N/A

Seasonal Color Change: N/A

Section Class: IV-3

Patent/PBR Number: N/A

Additional Comments: 2012 AHS Convention Plant - Nashville, TN