Uncle Robbie
Colors
OrangeRed
Description
A pod sibling of Toba's Fire, differing mainly in the stripe on the back of the petal, which is a stronger band in Uncle Robbie. Produces vibrant orange and red flowers, typically a darker red with orange, that last a long time. Considered very difficult to grow.
Appearance
Vibrant orange and red flowers, typically darker red with orange, with a pronounced stripe band on the back of the petals.
Bloom
Long-lasting flowers.
Fragrance
Light, not heavy; resembles a sweet fruit such as nectarine.
Cultivation Tips
Very difficult to grow.
Provenance
From Toba; pod sibling of Toba's Fire.
Also Known As
Details
Hybridizer
Toba
Species
P. rubra
Sets Seed
No
Fragrance Strength
not heavy, but you can
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Fragrancenot heavy, but you can
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