(Moldovan, 2005, 40", 6", L SEV Re Tet, 5-way branching, 30 buds)  His description includes:  Red purple blend with gold edge above mustard green throat.  

[VATICAN CITY  x  SPARKLING CHAMPAGNE]

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-- Comments:  Late season color.  Somewhat tender in my Zone 4 northern garden with a medium bud count.