My garden soil is very sandy and it dries out quickly, so that is probably why mine was hanging up so badly. We traditionally
have very little rainfall after mid July, and that is right when they need it most. As for bud counts and branching, half of the
registered quotes are average for me, and many of the evergreens from Floyd Cove are even fewer than half. Just from
memory, I will say 12 to 15 buds sounds about right, but I can't be positive. More than 6 though. I would also agree that on
the daylily report card, I would also give it a C based on the plant characteristics and slow growth. I find that a good many
of the ones with above average flowers are in the same group, but they are often worth it in the long run for their flowers.
I have several Stamile introductions from about the same time, and they seem to be somewhat similar in many respects.
For hybridizing they have been essential for my seedling crosses and I am very happy with the results. I try to keep in mind
that this plant was bred for warmer climates, and give it some slack- (where I wouldn't be as forgiving with many others).
I will only say that this one might do better in a garden that has more care than I give mine, but it did quite well.
