Tikal Red

Breeder:
Paul Ecke Ranch
Summary:
The large medium red distinctive bracts of Tikal are gently curved under, reminiscent of Advent Red. Plants have dark green foliage and strong upright branching. Like Advent, in warm climates Tikal can be very vigorous, but is sensitive to growth regulators and is relatively easy to control. In warm climates Tikal finishes between Orion Red and Freedom Red with better strength than those standard varieties. Also, Tikal performs better under high temperatures than does Early Prestige. Plants would be suitable for 6 ½ in. and larger pots and flowered mid-season.
Color Vigor Timing
Red High Early Season
Trial Year Bract Color Cultivar
Anthesis
Height
(inches)
Diameter
(inches)
2017 Oct. 10, 2017 Nov. 9, 2017 18.5 12.5
2012 Oct. 18, 2012 Nov. 21, 2012 17.0 11.5
2011 Oct. 12, 2011 Nov. 13, 2011 15.5 11.0

Tikal Red
North Carolina State University
2017

Tikal Red
North Carolina State University
2012

Tikal Red
North Carolina State University
2011

Trial Year Bract Color Cultivar
Anthesis
Height
(inches)
Diameter
(inches)
2017 Oct. 29, 2017 Nov. 22, 2017 18.5 15.0
2016 Nov. 3, 2016 Nov. 22, 2016 12.5 11.5

Tikal Red
University of Florida
2017

Tikal Red
University of Florida
2016