Mercedes

Mercedes.  Lins. 1956. Lactiflora cultivar.  Flowers are large full double blush pink, deepening towards the center.  Flowers fade to nearly white after a few days.  Good stems and foliage, heavy substance, but plants look best with mechanical support.  Many side buds. Winner of American Home Achievement medal at Minneapolis, June, 1956. Opens late midseason. Seedling # M-L-96-B.  Much sought after Lins cultivar for cut flower purposes.  Premium divisions ship late September to mid October.