Pimpernel
Classification:
2 Y-O[ Large-Cupped ]
Season:
Mid-Season
Height:
Standard - 32.5 to 67.5 cm (12.8 to 26.6 in)
Hybridizer:

J. Gerritsen and Son

J. Gerritsen and Son
, the Netherlands
Registered:
Yes, 1984
Awards:

AGM Award

This plant earned the Award of Garden Merit (AGM).

Given on the recommendation of Committees to plants of outstanding excellence for garden decoration or use (whether for open garden or under glass). The award is only given following a period of assessment. Assessment can take place in one or more of the following ways: 1) Trials at one of the Society’s Gardens or at some other venue; 2) Visits to specialist collections; 3) Round-table discussions drawing on the collective expertise and experience of Committee members, with the opportunity to call on further specialists when necessary.

Awarded by the Royal Horticultural Society in 2001.

AGM 2001; 
Seed Parent: 
Orange Progress 2 Y-O 
J.W.A. Lefeber, the Netherlands
Year Registered: 1968
seedling x seedling~
Orange Progress
Pollen Parent: 
seedling
Pedigree Chart:
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Descendants:
None
Comments

Perianth segments vivid yellow; corona strong orange.

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PimpernelPimpernel, 2 Y-O, J. Gerritsen and Son, the Netherlands, 1984
Photo #53645 J.N. Hancock and Co., AustraliaPimpernelPimpernel, 2 Y-O, J. Gerritsen and Son, the Netherlands, 1984
Photo #15802 Carlos van der Veek, the NetherlandsPimpernelPimpernel, 2 Y-O, J. Gerritsen and Son, the Netherlands, 1984
Photo #15801 Carlos van der Veek, the Netherlands