Plumeria grown from seed by Florida Colors Nursery
Pink Ruffles Plumeria
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- Pink Ruffles
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- Usually: Ships in 5-7 business days
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- Flower Color:
- Pink
- Flower Fragrance:
- Fresh
- Flower Size:
- 3"
- Growing Habit:
- Medium (12"-24" per yr)
Description
Plumeria 'Pink Ruffles'
Plumeria 'Pink Ruffles' (PSA Reg #356) is a captivating variety from Florida Colors Nursery, originating as a seedling of 'Pink Pansy.' This medium-growing tree is cherished for its ruffled pink blooms, sweet fragrance, and exceptional keeping quality, making it a standout choice for plumeria enthusiasts.
Delicate Pink Blooms with Ruffled Edges
The 2.5 to 3-inch flowers of 'Pink Ruffles' are a soft light to medium pink, featuring overlapping petals with distinctively ruffled edges. A reddish-orange eye encircled by a peachy-gold ring at the center adds depth and charm, surrounded by pinkish-white hues. The unique ruffling or twisting of the petal edges creates a visually stunning effect that enhances its appeal.
Prolific Blooming and Upright Growth Habit
'Pink Ruffles' is a prolific bloomer, producing an abundance of flowers throughout its blooming season. Its medium-sized upright growth habit makes it an excellent choice for gardens of all sizes, adding elegance and a steady display of blooms.
Strong Sweet Fragrance
This variety is particularly recommended for its strong, sweet fragrance, which not only delights the senses but also attracts pollinators, enhancing the garden’s vitality.
Exceptional Keeping Quality
The heavy overlap of the petals gives 'Pink Ruffles' exceptional keeping quality, with blooms maintaining their freshness for extended periods. This makes it ideal for lei-making, as the flowers can last for over 12 days without losing their quality.
Special Notes
The original tree, over 25 years old and standing at 15 feet tall at Florida Colors Nursery in 2017, is a testament to the variety's resilience and lasting beauty. Its ruffled petal edges make it unique among plumerias, setting it apart as the only known variety with this distinctive characteristic. It also sets seeds, making it an attractive choice for hybridizers.
In Summary
Plumeria 'Pink Ruffles' is a medium-growing tree with delicately ruffled pink flowers, a strong sweet fragrance, and a prolific blooming habit. Its unique appearance, fragrance, and durability make it a must-have for collectors and gardeners alike.
Color: Pink
Flower Size: 2.5 - 3 inches
Blooming: Prolific Bloomer
Growth Rate: Medium
Scent: Strong Sweet Fragrance
AKAs: None
Special Notes: Florida Colors Nursery seedling; only plumeria with distinctive ruffled edges; sets seeds
Registration: PSA Registered (#356)
1 Review
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Waiting for the plant to sprout leaves
The plant arrived in great shape, it hasn't sprouted leaves