Red Hot
Colors
PurpleRed
Description
Velvety red, almost iridescent appearance with purple sheen. 3-4" blooms very eye-catching in person. As brilliant red flowers fade in heat, they produce attractive color contrast. Medium-sized tree growth. Mild fruity scent with pear or citrus notes. Colors difficult to capture photographically due to iridescent quality.
Appearance
Velvety red with purple sheen, almost iridescent. 3-4" blooms.
Bloom
Fades to contrasting colors in heat.
Fragrance
Mild fruity scent with pear or citrus notes.
Growth & Foliage
Medium-sized tree growth habit.
Cultivation Tips
Very eye-catching in person though colors difficult to capture in photos.
Also Known As
Jack of Hearts.JJ: 3-4” flower opens brilliantakasolid red before fadingakaproducing a nice color contrastaka
Details
Hybridizer
Jungle Jack
Growth Habit
medium
Species
P. rubra
Sets Seed
No
Size (in)
3-4
Fragrance Strength
medium
Anecdotal Notes
Diana
Growth habit: medium Scent: mild floral Pear maybe citrus. Very hard to capture the colors. Almost inflorescent. Very eye catching in person. Velvety red, almost inflorescent, 3-4” blooms with a purple sheen. As each brilliant red flower fades in the heat, it produces a nice color contrast. Medium sized tree. Scent is mild fruity pear or citrus.
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Size3-4"
Fragrancemedium
Colors2
Aliases3
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