Barbados Showgirl #256

Similar to Brazil Campinas, but more fragrant. Barbara Randolph found it in Barbados West Indies in the early '80s. In Barbados it was the biggest tree we had ever seen, the original is in a cemetery there. 3 1/2-4" with prominent tones of pink, orange and gold. Pink, moderate bright yellow center, strong bright pink outer band front and back, tendency to fade high, long elliptical petals, upturned inner edge slight twist and curling back, pointed tips, slight overlapping, good texture, 3-1/2 to 4", light sweet scent. Very strong upright grower. Medium tall with nice sized inflorescences. Size diminishes greatly in cooler weather. Needs heat to look good. Sets seed. Barbara Hoak Florida Colors Nursery 2012 F2 seedling of Plumeria pudica. The pod parent is an original seedling of P.pudica named "La Florida". Very large flowers have a modest scent of frangipani. White with a light edge of pink on the underside. The large leaves are like P. rubra. Total absence of rust on the leaves. This seedling will be used intensely for breeding purposes. Pollen from dark red flowers will be used following the legacy of Bill Moragne. The seedling was named after the widow of Joe Hoak, a prominent horticulturist and nursery owner in South Florida. Barbie Girl pink with gold streaked center, large, beautiful flowers have a strong sweet fragrance.