Countess Cadogan - Heirloom Grandiflora – Bicolour
 
Colour - rich purple and blue which darkens with age
 
Scent – strong
 
Sow - autumn and spring
 
Height - approx 2m
 
History – Eckford 1899
 
Note: Frequently changes colour. Buds open into almost purple colour that transforms to lilac and later to blue. The wings of the flowers are pale blue in colour with light tints at the edges. From a distance, the flowers appear to be brilliant blue when mature.
 
The 'Captain of the Blues' is a deeper version of 'Countess Cadogan'.