Holly Springs Azaleas (named)

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Reproduced by permission from Vines Horticulture Gardens, 1990 Reference Guide and Catalog, published by Pete Vines.

background

The ‘Holly Springs Hybrids’ are my results after 13 years of hybridizing effort designed to produce [evergreen] azaleas with larger blooms, dwarf to mid-size growth habit and increased cold hardiness. With the 79 cultivars which are being introduced in 1990, a total of 84 varieties have now been introduced. These were selected after testing, from approximately 41,000 seedlings which were produced from 451 crosses. Approximately 14,000 seedling remain under evaluation. Unfortunately, some listed varieties will not be available for purchase in 1990 due to the advance orders placed last Spring. However; it was necessary to make a complete listing, so as to provide plant descriptions for those purchasers.

I intend to register all of the plants ultimately, and as many as possible will be accomplished during 1990. For those who previously purchased plants under a hybridizing number, that number is included in the plant description, to enable determination of the cultivar names. Approximately 60 cultivars, which are under evaluation for possible introduction during 1991 or 1992, are offered under their propagation number. In the case of plant names, all were selected based upon specific aspects of the plant or for individuals who have had a significant impact upon my life or hybridizing program. I have listed some data with plant descriptions and will include complete information when the program is terminated in approximately 6 years. The name for the hybrid group – “Holly Springs” – is taken from a small but charming antebellum, Northern Mississippi town near The University of Mississippi, where I attended college. Holly Springs was also where I met William Faulkner, we had the distinction of sharing the same “bootlegger”.

descriptions

Name, Hybrid #, Seed Parent x Pollen Parent, Bloom Size, Bloom Color, Description, Bloom Date, Mature Size, Hardiness, [notes]
‘Adriatic’  HS 84-18-03, ‘Dancing Butterfly’ x ‘Girard’s Hot Shot’ 2 1/2″ to 3″ fuchsia hose-in-hose with a dark red blotch, 3 to head and floriferous, 28 April, upright, hardy to -10F, nice.
‘Afternoon Delight’  HS 85-29-01, ‘Crimson Queen’ x ‘Eiko’, 4″ to 4 1/2″ strong rosy pink bi-color single with light pink center and amber blotch, imbricated and wavy lobes, floriferous, 5-6 lobes,. 20 May, 24″ tall X 36″, hardy to -5F, very fine.
‘Amaretto’  HS 84-33-07, ‘Vespers’ x ‘Copperman’, 2 1/2″ to 3 1/2″ light peachy-pink hose-in-hose/double with rose blotch and green throat and frilled lobes, 20 May, rich color, occasional fall bloom, 36″ tall x 42″, hardy to -5F, nice.
‘Aquarius’  HS 84-11-03, 54-54-01 x Lost Record (hp), 3″ to 3 1/2″ strong reddish-orange single with dark red blotch, occasional light pink center, 2 to head, imbricated, very ruffled, heavy substance, 20 May, some summer bloom (Aug/Sep), hardy to -5F, nice.
‘Astronaut’  HS 86-11-05, ‘Amagasa’ x ‘Sekai no Hikari’, 4″ to 5″ variable white single with light green blush and light pink wash, few pink to rosy-red lines and dashes, 6 ruffled and imbricated lobes, very heavy substance, 1 June, hardy -5F, exceptionally nice.
‘Becky’s Blush’  HS 84-14-05, ‘Glacier’ x ‘Mother of Pearl’, 2 1/4″ light pink hose-in-hose with rosy-red blotch and white throat, darker margins, 3 to head, floriferous, very showy in bud form, 10 May, 4′ tall x 3′, hardy to -10F, nice. (Named or a very special person in my life, my daughter).
‘Blue Ice’  HS 84-16-61, ‘Nancy of Robin Hill’ x ‘Shinnyo no Tsuki’, 3″ to 3 1/2″ purple full double with strong purplish-red blotch and narrow white shading on margins (mature plants only), 2 to head with flat face and ruffled well imbricated lobes, fades in full sun, 12 May, 30″ tall x 36″, hardy to -5F, nice.
‘Brocade Pillow’  HS 84-16-76, ‘Nancy of Robin Hill’ x ‘Shinnyo no Tsuki’, 3″ light pink bi-color double/hose-in-hose with salmon red to coral margins and tips, occasional salmon-red sectors and light pink selfs, (bi-color not present on immature plants), 28 May, 18″ tall x 36″, hardy to -5F, nice.
‘Carolyn’  HS 85-13-28, ‘Presto’ x ‘Garden State Red’, 2 1/2″ to 3″ raspberry purple hose-in-hose with darker purplish-red blotch, 2-3 to head, ruffled and imbricated lobes, exceptional color, frilled with flat face, 12 May, 3 1/2′ tall x 3 1/2′, hardy to -5F, fine. (Named for a special lady who has provided immeasurable encouragement and assistance).
‘Cotton Candy’  HS 84-16-75, ‘Nancy of Robin Hill’ x ‘Shinnyo no Tsuki’, 2 3/4″ to 3″ clear pink double with slight purplish-red blotch and greenish-white throat, slightly ruffled, double geranium form, 2 to head and floriferous, low and spreading habit, 25 May, 18″ tall x 36″, hardy to -5F, very fine.
‘Crimson Queen’  HS 81-32, Unknown (Lost Label) x ?, 2 1/2″ red single with dark red blotch, 3 to head and very floriferous rounded and well imbricated lobes, long lasting bloom, 6 May, 14″ tall x 32″ in 9 years, hardy to -10F, nice.
‘Curtain Call’  HS 85-64-01, ‘Ungetsu no Hikari’ x ‘Dorothy Clark’, 2 1/2″ soft rosy-orange single with red blotch, star shaped bloom with narrow lobes and pointed tips, 2 to head, strong propensity for fall bloom (Sep-Oct), 16 May, 36″ tall x 36″, hardy to -5F,
‘Dawn Elizabeth’  HS 86-14-02, ‘Glacier’ x ‘Roher’s Peggy Ann’, 2 1/2″ to 2 3/4″ light pink bi-color hose-in-hose with strong rosy-red margins, 2 to head, 10 May, hardy to -5F, very nice. (For a very special and delightful young lady in my life – my first Granddaughter).
‘Delta Queen’  HS 85-13-13, ‘Presto’ x ‘Garden State Red’, 2 1/2″ variable white hose-in-hose with yellowish green blush and heavy purplish-red sanding, sectors, stripes, and selfs; occasional pink sectors, 2-5 to head with massed heads, very floriferous, ruffled, 20 May, hardy to -5F, fine.
‘Dick West’  HS 85-43-53, ‘Kotobuki Hime’ x ‘Crimson Queen’, 3″ to 3 1/2″ variable white single with red sanding, sectors, lines, and selfs; rounded lobes with good bloom form, 25 May, hardy to -5F, very attractive. (A friend and gentleman who has done much for the azalea world).
‘Disco Dancer’  HS 85-38-04A, ‘Ungetsu no Hikari’ x ‘Dorothy Clark’, 2 1/2″ coral-red strap petal double/hose-in-hose/single with up to 15 narrow strap-petal lobes, very floriferous, good foliage, 28 May, 24″ tall x 36″, hardy to -5F, unusual, nice.
‘Dolly’  HS 81-90, ‘Gettoku’ (Syn. of ‘Getsutoku’) x Lost Label (HP), 3 1/2″ to 4 1/2″ begonia-rose single with yellow-green blotch, 2-4 to head, flat face and well imbricated, pendulous bloom, compact habit, very floriferous, 28 May, 17″ tall x 32″ in years, hardy -5F, very nice. (The pendulous bloom habit of this cultivar provides some clue as to the source of its name).
‘Double Delight’  HS 84-16-27, ‘Nancy of Robin Hill’ x ‘Shinnyo no Tsuki’ 2 1/2″ to 3″ variable light pink double/hose-in-hose with coral-red tips, margins, and selfs, 3 to head with frilled lobes, petaloidy, 15 May, 30″ x 36″, hardy to -5F, fades in sun, nice.
‘Doubloon’  HS 84-23-38, ‘Robin Hill Frosty’ x ‘Easter Parade’, 3″ to 3 1/2″ strong salmon-red to begonia-rose single with prominent dark red blotch, well imbricated, frilled and ruffled, 2-3 to head, sunburns, 15 May, 36″ x 36″, hardy to -5F, nice.
‘Dr. Fred Vines’  HS 86-56-02, ‘Chiyodo Nishiki’ x ‘Juko’, 2 1/2″ to 3″ white single with green blush and very heavy red sanding, 2 to head ,and floriferous (Much like a red Acrobat), 5 June, hardy to -5F, very lovely. (For my brother, a friend of great compassion and understanding – my utmost, love and admiration).
‘First Lady’  HS 85-27-11, ‘Vespers’ x ‘Refrain’, 4 1/4″ white single with strong green blotch, 2-3 to head with slightly feathered lobes, vigorous habit, 6 May, 5′ x 5′, hardy to -5F, nice.
‘First Love’  HS 79-01, ‘Elsie Lee’ x Lost Label (HP), 2 1/2″ to 3″ light purplish-pink hose-in-hose with a purplish-red blotch and lighter throat, 2-3 to head and very floriferous, 10 stamens, glossy foliage, 3 May , 36″ x 36″, very hardy to -20F, nice. (This name was selected for the best cultivar from the 116 sister seedlings from my first cross made in 1978).
‘Flapper’  HS 85-31-01, ‘Shinnyo no Hikari’ x ‘Festive’, 2 1/2″ variegated white single with strong coral-pink to rosy pink sanding, stripes, sectors, and occasional coral-red selfs; 3 to head, 25 April, hardy to -5F, nice.
‘Gemini’  HS 85-38-02, ‘Ungetsu no Hikari’ x ‘Dorothy Clark’, 2 1/2″ strong begonia-rose to salmon-red single (star shaped) with darker red blotch and lighter margins, 6 pointed lobes, petaloidy, propensity for fall bloom (20 October), 3 to head, 22 May, hardy to -5F, nice.
‘Homecoming’  HS 84-21-16, ‘Pink Ruffles’ x ‘Glacier’, 3″ to 3 3/4 ” purplish-pink to orchid-pink single with slight purplish-red blotch, 4-7 to head and extremely floriferous, campanulate shaped and imbricated, frilled, 26 April, 3 1/2′ tall x 3′, hardy to -5F to -10F, nice color.
‘Irish Cream’  HS 85-08-03, ‘George L. Taber x ‘Janet Rhea”, 3″ to 4″ white single with large yellowish-green blotch, 6 pointed lobes, 5 May, hardy to -5F, nice.
‘Jeffery Alan’  HS 84-16-37, ‘Nancy of Robin Hill’ x ‘Shinnyo no Tsuki’, 3″ to 3 3/4″ strong reddish-coral double with dark-red blotch, 2 to 3 to head and very floriferous, beautiful urn shaped buds and frilled lobes, 18 May, hardy to -5F, very fine. (For my youngest son – I admire and envy your spirit and love of life).
‘Jessica’s Jewel’  HS 81-20, ‘Gettoku’ x Lost Label, 3 1/2″ to 4 1/2″ variable white single with green blotch and coral-pink and pink sectors and selfs, occasional light pink with white margins and wine blotch, 5-6 ruffled and imbricated lobes, 1 June, 15″ tall x 36″, hardy to -5, very exceptional. ( a delightful smile characterizes this lovely granddaughter).
‘Jill McDowell’  HS 85-43-64, ‘Kotobuki Hime’ x ‘Crimson Queen’, 2 1/2″ variable single, blooms include: coral with narrow white margin, coral with red sectors, white with red and coral-pink sectors and sanding, red and white selfs, 2 to head with rounded lobes, 22 May, 18″‘ tall x 36″, hardy to -5F, very exceptional, (For a lovely lady, who unfortunately was with us for too short a time, but who enriched the lives of all whom she encountered).
‘Jim Baggette’  HS 86-48-05, ‘Achievement’ x ‘Winedrop’, 2 1/2″‘ purple and white variegated single with heavy purple stripes, sanding, sectors and selfs; (so heavy as to appear purple with white markings); 2 to head, purple and yellow fall foliage floriferous, 10 May, 36″ x 36″, hardy to -5F, nice. (A gentleman and friend who has been a loyal supporter).
‘June Jasmine’  HS 86-56-05, ‘Chiyodo Nishiki’ x ‘Juko’, 2 3/4″ marbleized light orchid-pink single with lighter segments, greenish-white center and throat, few rosy-red lines and sectors, ruffled, 15 June, hardy to -5F, nice.
‘Kaleidoscope’  HS 85-43-63, ‘Kotobuki Hime’ x ‘Crimson Queen’, 2 3/4″ clear rosy-red single with darker red blotch 3 to head with 5-6 rounded lobes, very floriferous, 20 May, very compact, 24″ tall x 36″, hardy to -5F, nice.
‘Kathleen Vines’  HS 84-16-70, ‘ Nancy of Robin Hill’ x ‘Shinnyo no Tsuki’, 2 3/4″ to 3 1/4″ very light pink formal double with small rose blotch and green throat, lighter margins, flat face and beautiful form, 26 May, hardy to -5F, very fine cultivar. (For my daughter-in-law, a lovely addition to our family).
‘Lady Godiva’  HS 85-17-02, ‘Martha Hitchcock’ x ‘Shimmer’ 3 1/2″ white single with faint light green blotch and very few small pink dashes, 6 ruffled and well imbricated lobes, fine form, 1 May, hardy to -5F, nice.
‘Lady Lauren’  HS 86-31-20, HS 79-10 x ‘Janet Rhea’, 3″ to 4″ hot pink to strong rosy-red hose-in-hose with darker red blotch, 2 to head, ruffled and imbricated, flat face, floriferous, 20 May, probably 3′ x 3′, hardy to -5F, very nice. (For my youngest granddaughter – however, her vivacious smile would cause one to doubt this lofty title).
‘Lost Love’   HS 86-11-01, ‘Amagasa’ x ‘Sekai no Hikari’, 4 1/2″ to 5″ strong begonia-rose to red single with red blotch, ruffled and imbricated, very long stamens, heavy substance, 5-6 lobes, 27 May, nice foliage, hardy to -5F, fine plant.
‘Maggie McGee’  HS 84-16-77, ‘Nancy of Robin Hill’ x ‘Shinnyo no Tsuki’, 2 1/2″ white irregular double/semi-double with slight yellowish green blush, imbricated with rounded tips, (like a white ‘Stormcloud’), hardy to -5F, 25 May, 30″ tall x 36″. (Selected for introduction and named by a dear friend).
‘Mariner’s Sunset’  HS 85-03-03, ‘Saint James’ x ‘Harukaze’, 3″ strong reddish-orange bi-color single with very light pink star shaped center and purplish-red blotch, 3 to head, wide margin, 22 May, 36″ tall x 36″, hardy to -5F.
‘Matanuska’  HS 85-09-10, ‘Festive’ x ‘James Dunlop’, 3 1/2″ to 3 3/4″ dark red (dusty) single with darker blotch, 3-4 to head, very floriferous, imbricated and pointed lobes, rich color, 30 April, hardy to -5F, nice.
‘Miss Holly Springs’  HS 84-23-23, ‘Robin Hill Frosty’ x ‘Easter Parade’, 3 1/2″ very soft pink hose-in-hose with green blush, 2-3 to head and floriferous, 10 May, glossy foliage, hardy to -5F, very exceptional cultivar.
‘Monticello’  HS 86-11-03, ‘Amagasa’ x ‘Sekai no Hikari’, 3 1/2″ to 4 1/2″ variable white single with light green blotch, some coral and pink sectors and dashes, also light pink with white picotee margin and white selfs, 2 to head, 5-7 lobes, 5 June, hardy to -5F, nice.
‘Morgan Anne’  HS 84-16-53, ‘Nancy of Robin Hill’ x ‘Shinnyo no Tsuki’, 2 1/2″ to 3″ begonia-rose to light reddish-orange camellia-form double with 15 petals, 2-3 to head, very floriferous, sunburns in open, 25 May, 24″ tall x 36″, hardy to -5F, very nice. (For, another lovely Granddaughter whose bright mind and animated personality brings excitement where ever she goes).
‘Mountaineer’  HS 84-28-02, ‘Girard’s Hot Shot’ x ‘Gloria Kessel’, 2 1/2″ strong red (RHS 60D) hose-in-hose, 3 to head and very floriferous, wavy lobes with nice bloom form, strong color, 4 May, 15″ tall x 28″ in 8 years, hardy to at least -10F, crimson Fall foliage, very nice. (Syn: Montani Semper Liberi)
‘Nana’  HS 86-31-02, HS 79-10 x ‘Janet Rhea’, 3″ to 4″ white hose-in-hose with yellow-green blotch, very frilled, plant carries yellow-green cast, floriferous, 3 May, largest hose-in-hose bloom I am aware of, exceptionally nice. [For the lovely Grandmother of those equally lovely 4 (Soon to be 5) Granddaughters].
‘Nancy Stipa’  HS 84-23-21, ‘Robin Hill Frosty’ x ‘Easter Parade’, 2 1/2″ to 3 1/4″ light pink single with heavy green blotch, white throat and occasional white tips, 2 to head, occasionally petaloidy, floriferous, 12 May, glossy foliage, hardy to -5F, very fine. (For a close and dear friend who has been very supportive).
‘Naughty Lady’  `HS 86-48-03, ‘Achievement’ x ‘Winedrop’, 3″ to 3 1/2″ variable white single with purple sectors, lines, and selfs; 2 to head with pointed lobes, floriferous, 18 May, 30″ tall x 36″, hardy to -5F, nice.
‘Neptune’  HS 84-19-03, ‘Kobold’ x self (hp), 2 1/2″ to 3″ very dark purple single with fuchsia cast and conspicuously darker purplish-red blotch, 3-4 to head and very floriferous, ruffled and imbricated, one of my darkest purples, 12 May, vigorous, 5′ tall x 4′, hardy to -5F, very showy.
‘Nocturnal Bliss’  HS 86-35-02, ‘Aishifu’ x ‘Debonaire’, 2 1/2″ light orchid-pink single with white center, occasional purple lines, also white selfs and occasional purple and white bi-colors, 2 to head, 20 May, nice foliage, hardy to-5F, nice.
‘Nymph’  HS 84-X-01, ‘Nancy of Robin Hill’ x ‘Shinnyo no Tsuki’, 3 1/2″ to 4″ very soft pink single with white throat, rosy-red blotch and slightly lighter margins; flat face with well imbricated and rounded lobes, very conspicuous stamens, 15 May, 15″ tall x 34″ in 8 years, hardy to -5F, nice.
‘Obsession’  HS 84-33-05, ‘Vespers’ x ‘Copperman’, 2 3/4″ strong purple single with slight purplish-red blotch, pointed lobes, 2 to head and floriferous, one of darker purples, 7 May, 4′ tall x 4′, hardy to -5F, nice.
‘Orange Fluff’  HS 84-16-14, ‘Nancy of Robin Hill’ x ‘Shinnyo no Tsuki’, 2 3/4″ to 3 1/2″ strong begonia-rose to red-orange double with dark red blotch, occasional light pink lines, ruffled, 2 to head, well imbricated, 15-20 petals, fades in sun, 10 May, 30″ tall x 36″, hardy to -5F, nice.
‘Painted Lips’  HS 85-35-03, ‘Kami no Yama Kirin’ x ‘Dorothy Clark’, 2 1/2″ to 3″ very light pink bi-color single with strong red to hot pink margins and small red blotch, star-shaped bloom with very heavy substance, 2 to head, 28 May, excellent dark green oval foliage, hardy to -5F, nice.
‘Peggy Vines’  HS 84-16-19, ‘Nancy of Robin Hill’ x ‘Shinnyo no Tsuki’, 3″ to 4″ light pink variegated double with very dark red variegation tips, and marbling; occasional pink selfs and pink bi-colors, 2 to head with flat face and ruffled lobes, very variable bloom form, 15 May, 30″ tall x 36″, hardy to -5F, very exceptional. (For my bride, whose patience and love have been everlasting. If could have only produced one plant, this would have been it – and just for her).
‘Peppermint Stick’  HS 84-37-01, ‘Sarabande’ x ‘Gorgeous’, 2 1/2″ to 3″ white single with heavy rosy-red sanding, flakes, stripes and sectors; occasional red selfs, 2-3 to head and very floriferous, 15 May, upright, hardy to -5F, nice,
‘Pete’s Purple’  HS 86-33-02, ‘Kikoshi’ x HS 81-11, 3 3/4″ to 4 1/4″ vivid dark purple single with magenta wash, imbricated and slightly ruffled, no blotch, beautiful deep color, heavy substance, 20 May, my largest and darkest purple, hardy to -5F, very fine cultivar.
‘Pink Parfait’  HS 84-16-40, ‘Nancy of Robin Hill’ x ‘Shinnyo no Tsuki’, 3″ to 3 1/2″ very light rosy-pink double (15 petals) with rosy-red blotch and conspicuous green throat, 2 to head, frequently irregular like a double geranium, 22 May, 24″ tall x 36″, hardy to -5F, very fine.
‘Pink Persuasion’  HS 86-35-01, ‘George L. Tabor’ x ‘Red-Red’, 2 1/2″ very rich rosy-pink double (sweetheart rosebud form with 15+ petals), 2 to head, excellent clear color, 27 April, hardy to -5F, nice.
‘Poignant’  HS 84-16-41, ‘Nancy of Robin Hill’ x ‘Shinnyo no Tsuki’, 3″ to 3 1/2″ light reddish-pink single with large purplish-rose blotch and white throat, 2 to head, ruffled petals, very floriferous, low and spreading habit, imbricated lobes, 23 May, 12″ tall x 30″ in 8 years, hardy to -10F, nice.
‘Purple Magic’  HS 86-48-10, ‘Achievement’ x ‘Winedrop’, 2 1/2″ purple and white variegated single with greenish-yellow blotch and large orchid-purple sectors, (occasional entire lobe is colored), 3-4 to head, floriferous, purple selfs, 10 May, 36″ tall x 36″, hardy to -5F, nice,
‘Purple Passion’  HS 84-04-02, ‘Magnifica’ x ‘Fashion’, 2 1/2″ to 3″ dark purple single with magenta cast and darker blush, 3 to head and floriferous, 8.May, upright habit, 30″ tall x 34″ in 8 years, one of my darkest purples, hardy to -5F, very showy.
‘Raspberry Rapture’  HS 85-14-01A, ‘Kobold’ x ‘Martha Hitchcock’, 3″ to 3 1/2″ deep bluish-purple to strong purplish-red single with darker red blotch, 5-6 very frilled and imbricated lobes, 2-3 to head and very floriferous, petaloidy, nice clear color, 15 May, one of my darkest purples, hardy to -5F, nice.
‘Rebecca Lynn’  HS 84-23-28, ‘Robin Hill Frosty’ x ‘Easter Parade’, 2 1/2″ to 3″ soft peachy-pink semi-double with yellow-green blotch and lighter margins, 3-4 to head with multiple heads, white marbling, frilled lobes and very floriferous, 10 May, 30″ tall x 36″, compact, dark glossy foliage, hardy to -5F, very fine. (For a wonderful daughter – part of my greatest fortune – my family).
‘Redskins’  HS 84-20-03, ‘Amagasa’ x ‘Martha Hitchcock’, 3 1/2″ to 4 1/2″ purplish-red (RHS 63A) single with darker red blotch, 2-3 to head, rounded lobes, very clear unusual color – light maroon, 18 May, 18″ tall x 36″, hardy to -5F, nice., (They have provided my Sundays with happiness, excitement, anguish, pain, and frustration; but always with enjoyment).
‘Renaissance’  HS 86-48-08, ‘Achievement’ x ‘Winedrop’, 3 1/2″ variegated white single with occasional pink sectors and lines, pointed and slightly ruffled lobes, heavy substance, 4 May, hardy to -5F, nice.
‘Ron Vines Jr’  HS 85-03-01, ‘Saint James’ x ‘Harukaze’, 2 1/2″ to 3″ light orange-red bi-color single with very light pink center and green throat, imbricated lobes with narrow margins, 18 May, nice foliage, hardy to -5F, fine. (For my oldest son, who has been a source of both great pleasure and pride).
‘Sabra’  HS 84-19-01, ‘Kobold’ x self (hp), 2 1/2″ to 3″ lavender single with purplish-red blotch, 3-4 to head and floriferous, ruffled and frilled petals, 7 May, hardy to -5F, nice.
‘Saint Moritz’  HS 84-16-46, ‘Nancy of Robin Hill’ x ‘Shinnyo no Tsuki’, 2 1/2″ to 3″ white formal double with strong green blotch, rosebud form with 15 to 20 petals, occasional semi-double, 2-3 to head and floriferous, 26 May, 18″ tall x 36″, fine dark green foliage, hardy to -5F, very nice.
‘Saturn’  HS 85-43-02, ‘Kotobuki Hime’ x ‘Crimson Queen’, 2 1/2″ to 3″ orange-red single, 2-3 to head and very floriferous, reddish-orange stamens, clear color with fine bloom form, sunburns, 1 May, 16″ tall x 24″ in 6 years, hardy to-5F, purplish-green Fall foliage, nice.
‘Scarlet Princess’  HS 84-28-01, ‘Girard’s Hot Shot’ x ‘Gloria Kessel’, 2 1/2″ to 3″ scarlet single with inconspicuous darker red blotch, color RHS 47B, 2-3 to head ruffled and imbricated, floriferous 8 May, excellent rounded foliage, 18″ tall x 36″ in 8 years, hardy to -10F, nice.
‘Sensuous’  HS 85-43-37, ‘Kotobuki Hime’ x ‘Crimson Queen’, 2 3/4″ to 3″ strong rosy-pink single with purplish-red blotch (nice color), rounded imbricated lobes of heavy substance, very floriferous and very fine bloom form, 20 May, hardy to -5F, nice.
‘Shamrock’  HS 84-23-40, ‘Robin Hill Frosty’ x ‘Easter Parade’, 2 1/2″ to 3″ white single/double/hose-in-hose with strong greenish yellow blotch, ruffled and well imbricated, rounded lobes, occasional petaloidy, 2-3 to head and floriferous, 6 May, 2 1/2′ x 2 1/2′, good foliage, hardy to -5F, nice.
‘Shanghai Suzie’  HS 85-44-01, ‘Margaret Douglas’ x ‘Sekai no Hikari’, 3 1/2″ to 4″ variable white single with greenish-yellow blotch and red sanding, sectors, and short red lines, frilled and imbricated, 1 June, hardy to -5F, very nice.
‘Shenandoah’  HS 84-28-09, ‘Girard’s Hot Shot’ x ‘Gloria Kessel’, 2 1/2″ deep red hose-in-hose with insignificant blotch, frilled lobes, 2-3 to head and very floriferous 29 April, 3′ tall x 2′, deep crimson Fall foliage, hardy to at least -10F, very nice.
‘Springfield’  HS 84-23-44, ‘Robin Hill Frosty’ x ‘Easter Parade’, 3 1/2″ pink hose-in-hose with large strong red blotch, 2-3 to head and very floriferous, 12 May, 3 1/2′ tall x 3′, hardy to -5F, nice.
‘Stormy’  HS 85-41-01, ‘Shiryu no Homare’ x HS 81-17, 3 1/2″ deep reddish-purple single with insignificant blotch (very clear deep color), 2 to head with star shaped bloom, 3 May, hardy to -5F, nice,
‘Sultry’  HS 84-19-05, ‘Kobold’ x self (hp), 2 1/2″ medium purple single with lighter throat and purplish-bronze blotch, 4 to head and very floriferous, pointed petal tips, 5 May, 4′ x 4′, hardy to -5F, nice.
‘Tiffany’  HS 84-16-81, ‘Nancy of Robin Hill’ x ‘Shinnyo no Tsuki’, 2 1/2″ to 3 1/2″ pink very double (camellia-form) with purplish-rose blotch and lighter throat, nice rich bloom color, formal double with 15-20 petals, 2-3 to head and very floriferous, 10 May, 24″ tall x 36″, hardy to -5F, very fine.
‘Tropicanna’  HS 81-11, ‘Gettoku’ (syn. of ‘Getsutoku’) x Lost Label (hp), 3 1/2″ to 4 1/2″ salmon-red single with significant dark red blotch, ruffled and well imbricated, flat face with red stamens, 12 May, 30″ tall x 36″, good foliage, hardy to -5F, very nice.
‘Twinkle Toes’  HS 86-18-03, ‘Koromo Shikibu’ x ‘G S Salmon’, 2″ purplish-pink single with purplish-red blotch, star and bell shaped with pointed lobes, 2-3 to head, 18 April, hardy to -5F, nice. (Syn: Lauren)
‘Virginia Vines’  HS 84-16-43, ‘Nancy of Robin Hill’ x ‘Shinnyo no Tsuki’, 2 3/4″ to 3″ light pink variable bi-color double with light rosy-red to reddish-pink margins, 2 to head with nice form, floriferous, occasionally rosy-red tips, 27 May, hardy to -5F, nice. (For a very special lady who was always available for love, support, and encouragement – my Mother. My love and gratitude).
‘Whipped Cream’  HS 84-16-21, ‘Nancy of Robin Hill’ x ‘Shinnyo no Tsuki’, 2 1/2″ to 3 1/2″ white double/hose-in-hose with green blush, very short (1/8″) stamens, 2 to head with ruffled lobes, floriferous, 15 lobes, 20 May, 16″ tall x 25″ in 8 years, compact, dark green foliage, hardy to -5F, very nice.
‘White Peacock’  HS 84-14-03, ‘Glacier’ x ‘Mother of Pearl’, 2 1/2″ white feathered hose-in-hose with light green blush, long tapered petals with space between sets, 5 May, yellow Fall foliage, hardy to -10F, nice.
‘Winter Wine’  HS 84-18-04, ‘Dancing Butterfly’ x ‘Girard’s Hot Shot’, 2 1/2″ to 2 3/4″ purplish-red to fuchsia hose-in-hose with darker blush, underside iridescent, 2-3 to head, 29 April, hardy to -5F to -10F, very nice.
‘Zodiac’  HS 85-41-01A, ‘Shiryu no Homare’ x HS 81-17, 4″ to 4 1/2″ white single with green blush and moderate red to coral-pink sanding, occasional white self, ruffled and well imbricated, 27 May, hardy to -5F, nice.

 related pages

holly springs hybrid azaleas (numbered)
hybrid groups (parent page)