For gardeners drawn to drama, Splendida is an unmissable star. Its ruffled, rose-pink standards rise above bold, velvety falls in shades of garnet and plum, each petal edged with a soft, creamy glow. The whole flower glows like antique silk under late afternoon light — refined, romantic, and unmistakably lush. An orange beard adds just enough fire to ground the composition. Splendida brings a sense of richness and contrast that makes it perfect as a focal point in both formal and more expressive gardens. Standards: Pink blended with apricot Falls: Wine, edged pink Beard: Red Fragrance: Not recorded Height: 102 cm Bloom time: Early midseason Hybridiser: Graeme Grosvenor, 2007 Award: None Why choose it Towering presence at over 1 metre tall Beautifully blended warm tones with rich contrast Australian-bred by a highly respected hybridiser Ideal for bold focal points and statement planting schemes