Red Rock Canyon

Red Rock Canyon.  Bremer.  2017.  Advanced generation herbaceous hybrid.  (Seidl #74H120-2 x (Lemon Chiffon x The Mackinac Grand)).  Red Rock Canyon has dark red semi-double flowers with wavy petals that turn upward.  Petals are extra large, as is the flower.  Carpels are green and slightly hairy.  Stigmas are reddish-pink, as are the filaments.  A large number of yellow, pollen-producing stamens encircle the stigmas.  Bud covers are conspicuously streaked in red and green, visible before the flower opens and after petal fall, making the plant a long-time attraction.  Stem strength is good, but the large flowers do lean a bit.  No mechanical support is needed, although the plant, when in bloom, is not erect.  Foliage is wide and deep green throughout the growing season.  Plants reach 36″ in height. No fragrance noted.  Fertile both ways.  Named for the ‘Red Rock Canyon’ park in Nevada, which has deep red rock streaked with green vegetation and rock.  Superior growth habits.  A unique flower that will not disappoint.   Premium divisions ship from late September to mid-October.