‘Lady Friend’ (Joseph Ghio, R. 1980). Seedling 76-126-O. TB, 38″ (97 cm). Very early to early bloom. Garnet red; red beard. ‘Indian Territory’ X ‘Countryman’. Bay View Gardens 1981. Exhibition Certificate 1980; Favorite Guest 1982; Honorable Mention 1983; Award of Merit 1985; Nelson Award 1985.