TOO HOT TO HANDLE

Dormant - Mid season - 32+ inches - 6 to 6 ½ inch bloom - 3 to 4 way branching with 25+ BUDS.
S326-97B: (Velvet Beads X Startle)
There are many things that I have made claim to being good at in my lifetime.  Having exceptional photographic skills is not on that list.  The photo of Too Hot To Handle does not do this screaming red-orange justice.  As I once stated about another variety in a presentation years ago, “….even Helen Keller could see this one from across the garden”.  The thing I like about this flower is its total lack of subtlety.  One just can't help but notice its unabashed wavy ruffling along with the bright yellow-gold throat centered green.  Definitely not for the faint of heart.                          $125.00