- First described
- 2024
- Type
- single clone
- Cultivar
- 'RED GIANT'
Origin
A standout S. psittacina var. okefenokeensis from Okaloosa Co, FL, recognized by Mike as a giant by direct same-population comparison under identical conditions.
Standout traits
- Year-over-year giant size.
- Solid red heads.
- Performs in unobstructed full sun.
Standout traits
- Sizes up year over year — confirmed giant by direct same-population comparison under identical conditions.
- Solid red heads.
- Performs in blasting full sun (sun-up to sun-down).
- First Mike-recognized as a standout in 2022.
Cultivation
Grown in unobstructed full sun for full color/size. Mike compares against same-population peers under identical conditions to confirm 'giant' status.
Photos (6)
Naming
Descriptive — red color + giant size.