'Lillian's Vapor Trail' did better for me than anything else this year. I thought of it instantly when Fred said the Stout Medal wasn't in his future
. I'm not nearly so sure. From what he's posted of its progeny, it appears to be a superlative parent. For a lot of hybridizers I expect that has a lot more value than any award. I'm looking forward to seeing it as an established plant in my growing conditions. I hope it manages.