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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1974
Page
12
Six new flowers earn All-America status in 1974 including two hybrid zinnias a dwarf triploid hybrid marigold a plumed celesia a hybrid dianthus mixture and a cosmos. Scarlet Ruffles zinnia wins a gold medal and Showboat marigold earns All-America and European awards.
The article reviews bluegrasses like Bonnieblue and Adelphi with Bellevue and Belturf roots, plus Celesia Red Fox among carnations and dianthus Magic Charms. It notes Cosmos Diablo and Sunset bronze winners, and Marigold Showboat as a first to win multiple trials, detailing colors, heights, and planting ideas.
Light nitrogen is advised for young grass, fertilize every few weeks or use slow release ureaform foods. Descriptions cover marigold hybrids Showboat and African types, blending French dwarfism with larger blooms. Showboat shows improved uniformity due to greenhouse growth. marigolds bloom five weeks after sowing and continue until frost, suitable for edgings and containers.
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