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H. ‘Sky King’ (R) 2009
Status: Published

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O. Purvis-Hosta-Images

Registered Clump Photo

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Registered Clump Photo

H. ‘Sky King’

O. Purvis (ONIR)

Plant: 34in (86.4cm) diameter; 13in (33.0cm) high; mound-like; moderate growth rate

Leaf: 9in (22.9cm) long; 4in (10.2cm) wide; 8 vein pairs; medium green slightly rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; dull underneath; elliptic with tapered base; lightly wavy

Scape: 48 to 58in (121.9 to 147.3cm) high; green

Scape Bracts: inflorescence leaves

Flower: 2.5in (6.4cm) long; pale purple, darker purple stripes; tubular; Milwaukee, WI; 7/27 - 8/1 -

Seed: sets viable seeds, green pods

Clump History: the original seedling; 5 years old; Milwaukee, WI

Notable Characteristics: symetrical low mound of eliptic leaves with prominent veins, very tall flower scapes.

Pod Parent: H. 'White Triumphator'

Pollen Parent: unknown

Sport Parent: N/A

Seasonal Color Change: N/A

Section Class: III-1

Patent/PBR Number: N/A

Additional Comments: N/A