Gordon E. Simonson

Gordon E. Simonson.  Anderson.  2010.  Intersectional Hybrid.  (unnamed Lactiflora seedling x unnamed lutea hybrid seedling).   Semi-double to double. Pink flowers with a lavender cast at the center encircling a golden ring of stamens. No pollen. Average of five carpels. Carpels are smooth, stigmas and the sheath are red. Foliage is dark green on plants of 24-26 inches. No fragrance. Named for one of Roger Anderson’s garden friends, who was 104 years of age in 2010.  A very strong, clear color, approximating purple in cool bloom seasons.  Premium divisions ship late September to mid-October.