(flowery/gardenia) From J. Kapac, in Val Verde, in Southern California. Fast growing and spreading, and good for baskets. Late bloomer. Primitive narrow petalled flowers of lilac-pink, whose upper petals are ruffled.
A scandent shrub with gray hairy pinnate leaves and flowers that have red upper petals slightly streaked with white, pure white lower petals and an almost black central blotch. 'Splendide' is best grown in a greenhouse or conservatory, but can be grown outside if protected from rain and temperatures below 40 degrees F. Prune carefully and water sparingly. It is a glorious sight when in full flower. 24" wide x 12" high.