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Originator(s)Frank Nyikos 2002

Origin'Halcyon' x 'Blue Dimples'

Size categorysmall

Plant height x width30x60 cm (12x24 in.)

Leaf length x width13x10 cm (5x4 in.)

Vein pairs12-13

Leaf colorblue-green

Variegation 

Leafcupped, folded

Petiole 

Scape 

Scape height30 cm (12 in.)

Flowercreamy white,striped

Flower length4 cm (1.6 in.)

Fragrant 

Flowering periodJuly

Fertilelimited/difficult

Pod 

Ploidy 

Patents 

InfoThis medium Tardiana type is generously dusted with white wax giving it a heavily powdered appearance.
The beautiful blue color shines through too, making this a real eye-catcher in morning sun.
Light lavender flowers in July. I love this look.
Stamens and pistils often distorted.

Sports

Progeny'Cupid's Bow' = PP x 'Tot Tot'
'Tarheel Blue' = PP x 'Skylight'