Charon

Charon.  Bremer.  2017.   Advanced generation lutea hybrid.  (Seidl #46 x Seidl #58).  Seidl #46=Reath A-197 x Chinese Dragon;  Seidl #58=Seidl #11 x Zephyrus;  Seidl #11=Daphnis #223 x Chinese Dragon.  Seedling #NB42.  Charon is a very dark purple with nearly black flares.  Filaments are nearly black and contrast heavily with the yellow anthers.  Light pink stigmas and a prominent purple sheath.  Petals wave in and out on this rather dark and sinister flower.  Usually one bud per stem.  Foliage is deep blue-green, wide, and dense.  Typically, 5 carpels.  Stems are often winter-killed here in Wisconsin, but are quickly replaced by vigorous basal growth.  Pollen is fertile; seed is more difficult, but possible.  Named for Charon, the ferryman of Greek Mythology.  Charon of Hades carried the souls of the newly deceased across the river Styx. AGE: Field-grown, 3+ year old graft or division from larger plants – our choice of available plant material upon harvest.