Pacific Pearl
Colors
WhiteYellow
Description
Probably a rename of White Shell by C-Stars. Produces a small white bloom with a yellow center and an outstanding classic frangipani scent. Wide petals overlap moderately with good keeping quality. Reaches almost 3 inches with waxy white blooms that cascade in large clusters throughout summer; a healthy, vigorous grower with huge leaves and typically first to bloom. Serves as a good graft host. Cooler nights can cause flower drop.
Appearance
Small waxy white flowers close to 3 inches with a small yellow center; wide, moderately overlapping petals.
Bloom
Large cascades of blooms all summer; typically first to bloom.
Fragrance
Strong, wonderful, classic frangipani fragrance, among the best.
Growth & Foliage
Healthy, vigorous grower with huge leaves; good growth habit.
Cultivation Tips
Cooler nights cause flowers to drop; serves as a good graft host; good keeping quality.
Provenance
Probably a rename of White Shell by C-Stars.
Also Known As
Details
Species
P. rubra
Sets Seed
No
Size (in)
3
Fragrance Strength
ve ever, so
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Size3"
Fragranceve ever, so
Colors2
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