H. ‘Empress Wu’
(R)
2008
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H. ‘Empress Wu’ |
B. & V. Skaggs (ONIR) |
Plant: 108in (274.3cm) diameter; 50in (127.0cm) high; mound-like; fast growth rate
Leaf: 28in (71.1cm) long; 25in (63.5cm) wide; 17 to 18 vein pairs; dark green flat margins; slightly shiny on top; glaucous bloom underneath; broadly ovate with cordate base; moderately flat
Scape: 46 to 58in (116.8 to 147.3cm) high; green
Scape Bracts: inflorescence leaves
Flower: 3in (7.6cm) long; pale lavender, feint veining; tubular; Lowell, IN; 6/7 - 6/14 - 7/7
Seed: sets viable seeds, green pods
Clump History: the original seedling; 6 years old; Lowell, IN
Notable Characteristics: Huge size, less mature plants quite upright, upon maturity center leaves push outer leaves to sweep the ground.
Pod Parent: H. 'Big John'
Pollen Parent: H. 'Big John'
Sport Parent: N/A
Seasonal Color Change: slightly glaucous coat on top in spring
Section Class: I-1
Patent/PBR Number: PP20,774, PBR4240 CA, PBR32902 QZ
Additional Comments:
One of Proven Winners SHADOWLAND® collection.