Spring Trials

Some of the photos taken @ Greenfuse during 2016 California Spring Trials. Pass your mouse over them to see details.

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'Rose'

'Yellow'

'Orange'

'Red'

'Yellow'

'Orange'

'Yellow'

'Burgundy'

'Orange'

'Pink'

'Yellow'

Begonia Champagne® displays extra large flowers on a cascading plant form. The series now has four colors with introductions of 'Pink Bicolor', 'Salmojn', 'Tangerine' and 'Yellow'. Crop Planning for 72-cell pack: 10- to 14-inch pots @ 3-4 ppp with 12-15 weeks finish. Maximum light are best @ <3000 footcandles to finish. Require long days so they won't form tubers and to achieve adequate plant size. Assimilation lighting should be implemented at the rate of 3.5W/ft2 with total day length of 14-16 hous until end of Mid-April (Week 15 or 16). Temperatures of 65-75 day and 65 nights to finish. An increase of 4 degrees to establish plant is recommended. Keep @ 62 at night to grow plant, reducing to 58F after fully grown. An EC of 0.6 to 0.9 is optimal. Balanced feed of 100-150 ppm N; clean water irrigate to control salt levels for controlled growth and maximum flowering. Part Sun.

'Yellow'

'Pink Bicolor'

As seen @ GreenFuse Botanicals Spring Trials, 2016. The Flowers that Last.....

'Lavender'

'Pink'

'Pink Delicious'

'White Delicious'

'Yellow Delicious'

'Silver Silk'

'Peach'

'Raspberry'

'Salmon'

'Raspberry'

Constant Beauty® Dianthus from GreenFuse are for early spring to summer containers, when they can then be planted in the garden for seasonal perennial use. Heat tolerant and will continue to bloom when temperatures rise in summer. Grows 6-10 inches high with a 10-12 inch spread, hardy to zone 4. Quart to gallon pots with 1 to 3 ppp finish in 6 – 12 weeks. Use 100-200 ppm N with balance feed. Include micro element source and monitor EC and moisture levels. Do not exceed 1.25 EC. Keep pH at 5.8-6.5. Temperatures of 55-65F nights and 65-75F days. Sun to part sun.

'Garnet'

'Pink'

'Neon White'

'Red White'

'Bantam White'

A full display of Helium Hydrangea from GreenFuse Botanicals, SpringTrials, 2016.

'Red'

'White Red Edge'

'Paris'

'Angel Daisy®'

'Darling Daisy®'

This new Lobularia series is compact with large flowers. They are tolerant of higher light levels and warmer temperatures compared to Sutera and is a good substitute for warmer regions. Pots and Bowls of 5 – 8 inches, with 1 to 3 PPP take 6 – 8 weeks to finish with day temperatures of 70-75F and nights of 55-62F with cooler nights are ideal. Well drained, moist soil with a pH of 6.0-6.5. Feed 100-200 ppm N on constant basis; EC of 0.75 t 1.0 mmhos. B-9 @ 1250 – 2500 for warm low light; warmer regions use Bonzi drench @ 1-3PPM.

'Lavender'

'White'

A New series from GreenFuse Botanicals Spring Trials, 2016.

'Mix'

'Red'

'White'

'Yellow'

The Nemesia Momento™ Series are compact and will create a momentous number of flowers above its dark green foliage. The flowers exude a sweet fragrance. Four to 6-inch pots with 1 or 2 PPP take 5 to 8 weeks to finish. Temperatures @ 70-75F day and 55-62 nights; cool nights for finishing. pH 6.0-6.5, well-drained, moist soil. Pinch rooted liners before transplant, 3-4 weeks after sticking cutting. B-9 @ 1250-2500 PPM controls stretch under low light; at warmer temperatures, Bonzai @ 1 to 3 PPM is effective. Sun to Part Shade.

'Burgundy Frost'

'White'

'Bubblicious'

'Grape Ice'

'Orange'

'Peach'

'Pink Star'

'Pomegranate'

'Purple Skirt'

The QT® Petunia hybrid Series from GreenFuse are early to flower with a rounded/mounded plant habit that will hold for an extended period, even after finished. QT® Petunias are also excellent components for mixed annual containers and baskets. Grow in 4-10 inch pots with 1 or 3-4 ppp for 4 – 10 weeks. Temperatures of 60-70F day and 50-60F night. A well-drained soil with pH of 5.5-6.2 required. Let soil dry between thorough watering. Don't over water. Constant feed with balanced 200-250 ppm N with extra Fe and/or Mn as needed. B-9 is effective to control stretch during cloudy weather and for toning for improved shelf life.

'Cherry'

'Experimental'

'Orange Hi Lite'

'Pink Ice'

'Red'

'Salmon'

'Flambeau Rose'

'Fuchsia'

'Rose'

'Yellow'

'Purple'

'Shining Sea'

'Sky Blue'

'White'

'Blue Bicolor'

'Red Lipstick Pink'

'Salmon'

Swifty® Salvia from GreenFuse has a more compact habit with more flower “candles” than exiting genetics. Crop planning from cell packs: Quart – 2-gallon containers with 1-3 ppp take 6-14 weeks to finish. Use coarse, well-drained soil mix with a pH of 6.0 – 6.5. Water thoroughly and let dry between irrigations. During cloudy weather, let plants wilt slightly to prevent root rot. Use 200-250 ppm N using a balance feed to maintain foliage. Include micro element source, best using a non-Ammonium feed formulation (use Calcium or Potassium Nitrate) to control height. A soft pinch is recommended once established or at transplant. Use moisture control, cool temperatures during forcing, high light and feed rates to control height. Proper light levels will keep plant shorter and hasten flowering.

'Deep Rose'

'Violet Blue'

'White'

On display @ GreenFuse Botanicals, Spring Trials 2016, a full compliment of Ladyslippers Streptocarpus.

'Blue White Center'

'Grape Ice'

'White Ice'

'Yellow Blue Eye'

'Yellow Pink Cap'

'Blue'

'Pink'

'Coco Mint'

'Green Glow'

'Red Green'

'Brilliant Rose'

'Red'

Veronica Vernique® now includes two new colors: 'Pink” and a bicolor named 'Shining Seas'. These genetics do not require vernalization and can be finished for early spring to fall. Grows to 10-14 inches with 8-12 inch spread. Hardy to Zone 4. Crop planning for cell packs: Quart – 2 Gallon Containers, 1-3 ppp, 8-11 weeks to finish. Temperatures of 55-65F night, 65-75F day. Fertilize with 100-150 ppm N using balanced feed to maintain foliage color, Include micro element source and Mn. Ensure proper root growth by maintaining EC and moisture. PH of 56666.6 – 6.2. Pinch plants one established in finished container or at transplant. B-9 is the most economical PGR, spray @ 1500-3500 ppm. Also respond to Bonzi and Summagic at labeled rates.

'Blue'

'Rose'

'White'

From GreenFuse Botanicals: Optimum Annuals Compatibles®

'Pink Star Mix'

'Strawberry Flash Mix'

Some of the photos taken @ HEM Genetics during 2016 California Spring Trials. Pass your mouse over them to see details.

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From HEM Genetics, Spring Trials 2016: Planet™ Ageratum 'Blue' for cut flower production. And for landscaping. Large flowers on sturdy stems with a strong, branching habit.

'Blue'

From HEM Genetics, Spring Trials 2016: A display of StarSister™ Dahlia.

'Flamed Rose'

'Purple Stripes'

'Rose & White'

'Yellow Tipped White'

On display @ HEM Genetics, Spring Trials 2016: Diana™ Dianthus 'Purple Centered White' and 'Red Centered White' among others in the series, offering a bed of vibrant colors.

'Lavendina Mixture'

From HEM Genetics, Spring Trials 2016: A new series of Gazania rigens with large flowers, 4-5 inches across, on strong flower stems and a vigorous but moderate plant habit. Enorma™ has glossy dark green foliage and is more disease resistant than fuzzy-leaved types in wet or humid climates because its foliage doesn't trap water. In pre-introductory trials across the US, Enorma® has proven to be an exceptional performer in warm climate areas for winter landscapes. Upright habit with large flowers. Strong flower stems. Uniform flowers. Vigorous but moderate plant habit. Ideal for large containers and beds. Available as 'Orange', 'Orange with Ring', 'Red with Ring', 'Vanilla', 'Yellow', 'Yellow with Ring' and 'Full Mixture'.

'Orange'

'Orange with Ring'

'Red with Ring'

'Vanilla'

'Yellow'

'Yellow with Ring'

From HEM Genetics, Spring Trials 2016: A new series of dwarf French Marigold with large flowers. The full double-crested flowers are larger in size than other French Marigolds in this type. Next to its large flowers Chica delivers early and superior uniformity under various conditions. Chica gives color all season long in home gardens and commercial landscapes. A flame color is now added to the series making it now a total of four colors and a mixture: 'Flame' (new), 'Gold' 'Yellow', 'Orange' and 'Full Mixture'. Large flower size. Full double crested flower, early to flower, superior uniformity, excellent garden performance. Available as de-tailed or coated seed.

'Flame'

From HEM Genetics, Spring Trials 2016: The Xtrada™ Pansy, XL-Flowered series combines its compactness, heat- and cold-tolerance with a huge flower size with strong stems that hold flowers erect for superb presentation in the garden and on the retail shelf. Xtrada™ Pansies are suited for spring and autumn sales and give an excellent garden presentation. Xtrada™ Pansy 'Blue with Blotch' is improved and now darker blue, making it more intensive. Two new colors, 'Mid Blue' and 'Violet Face' make a total of eleven in the series and a 'Full Mixture'. Early flowering. Giant flower size. Compact yet well branched. Easy filling and coverage of pots. Perfect for pots, gallons and borders. Available as raw and pelleted seed.

'Mid Blue'

'Violet Face'

New from HEM Genetics, Spring Trials 2016: The next generation genetic dwarf petunias are indicated by the characters “GP” which stands for Garden performance. Compared to the first generation genetic dwarf petunias, the GPs perform exactly the same for the greenhouse grower with compact habit for ease of culture without PGRs. The difference in garden performance is noticeable to consumers because they show more growth vigor, resulting in a more robust plant habit with an even better performance in containers, beds, and the landscape. Better branching and reduced leaf development provides better airflow which reduces the risk of disease, especially botrytis. Limbo™ petunias are perfect for high-density pack production, containers and hanging baskets. In addition to three new colors: 'Burgundy', 'Sky Blue' and 'Mid Blue', we have added a new 'Heather's Mix' which was created by Heather-Will Browne at Walt Disney World Horticulture for use in their parks. Because she is well respected for her knowledge of the effective use of color combinations in the landscape, we have named this mixture as a tribute to her.

'Burgundy'

'Heather's Mixtue'

'Mid Blue'

'Sky Blue'

On display @ HEM Genetics, Spring Trials 2016: The next generation genetic dwarf petunias are indicated by the characters “GP” which stands for Garden performance. Compared to the first generation genetic dwarf petunias, the GPs perform exactly the same for the greenhouse grower with compact habit for ease of culture without PGRs. The difference in garden performance is noticeable to consumers because they show more growth vigor, resulting in a more robust plant habit with an even better performance in containers, beds, and the landscape. Better branching and reduced leaf development provides better airflow which reduces the risk of disease, especially botrytis. Limbo™ petunias are perfect for high-density pack production, containers and hanging baskets. Four new colors: 'Orchid Veined', 'Red Morn', 'Mid Blue', and 'Rose More'.

'Mid Blue'

'Plum Orchid Veined'

'Rose Morn'

'Red Alert'

'Experimental'

From HEM Genetics, Spring Trials 2016: A new series of vinca, the compact and well branched plant habit of Solar Avalanche™ results in a perfect coverage of pots, containers and flower beds. Its trailing habit and large flowers with overlapping petals make Solar Avalanche™ ideal for hanging baskets or other trailing or ground cover applications. Its also ideal for pack and pot production and can be utilized as the cascading component in mixed containers. Where other series may fail, Solar Avalanche™ does very well in extremely hot and humid conditions. New 'Apricot', 'Burgundy', 'Pink', 'Rose', 'Red', 'Violet', 'White' and 'Full Mixture'.

'Apricot'

'Burgundy'

'Pink'

'Red'

'Rose'

'Violet'

'White'

From HEM Genetics, Spring Trials 2016: Because of its compact and strong basal branching plant habit, Solar™ offers genetic compactness and excellent performance in pots, containers and the landscape. Solar™ flowers up to two weeks faster the O.P. vincas and produces large flowers with overlapping petals. Its hybrid vigor makes Solar™ more resilient to stressful weather conditions. Solar™ also performs well under cooler conditions, making it ideal for early sowings, extending the traditional vinca season. A new 'Burgundy' is added to the series in 2016, making the total colors sixteen along with a mixture.

'Burgundy'

Some of the photos taken @ HGTV during 2016 California Spring Trials. Pass your mouse over them to see details.

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'Burgundy Soul™'

'Fashionable Fuchsia™'

'Starshine™ Mix'

'Fiery Fandango™'

'Neon Treasure™'

'That's The Spirit!™'

'Orange Bliss™'

'Purple Genius™'

From the HGTV Home Collection® as seen @ Edna Valley Vineyards, Spring Trials 2016: Are You a Shady Showoff? The Expressions™ line of Annuals from HGTV Home Plant Collection is the perfect opportunity to express your personal style in your garden or yard.

'Copper Glory™'

'Garden Diva™ Gold'

'Garden Diva™ Orange'

'Garden Diva™ Pink'

Some of the photos taken @ HMA Plants® during 2016 California Spring Trials. Pass your mouse over them to see details.

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'Kiwi Verde'

'Black Prince'

'Blue'

'Topsy Turvy'

'Blue'

Some of the photos taken @ HilverdaKooij during 2016 California Spring Trials. Pass your mouse over them to see details.

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From HilverdaKooij @ Takii Seed Spring Trials 2016 on display with Mooodz™ Echinacea, several lines of Dianthus, Begonias, Alstromeria and several combination ideas.

'Bryce®'

'Doba®'

'Magic White®'

'Valentino®'

From HilverdaKooij @ Takii Seed Spring Trials 2016: beAdore® Begonia on display with Mooodz™ Echinacea, several lines of Dianthus, Alstromeria and several combination ideas.

'Amoretto®'

'Cinta®'

'Dragoste®'

'Liebe®'

'Veramente®'

From HilverdaKooij @ Takii Seed Spring Trials 2016: Cut Flower Dianthus.

'Solomio®'

'Star®'

'Abby'

'Crane Beach®'

'Kaylee®'

'Pink'

'Scarlet'

'Amy'

From HilverdaKooij @ Takii Seed Spring Trials 2016 on display with Mooodz™ Echinacea, several lines of Dianthus, Begonias, Alstromeria and several combination ideas.

'Amber®'

'Esmay®'

'Megan®'

'Olivia Bella®'

From HilverdaKooij @ Takii Seed Spring Trials 2016 on display with Mooodz™ Echinacea and combination ideas.

'Cosy®'

'Orange'