Greenhouse Product News June/July 2026

A cut above: Fresh picks for cut flower growers

New flower varieties showcased at California Spring Trials emphasize color, durability and season-long performance. Discover introductions and review their key traits.

By Teresa McPherson

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pink dahlia flowers

Plant breeders continue to bring new cut flower varieties to the market as consumer demand remains strong. As the many genus displayed at California Spring Trials this year showed, bold colors, fragrance and sturdy stems are among the most sought-after features.

pink dianthus flowers
Dianthus ‘Supra Cherry Picotee’ by Hem Genetics. This early-flowering perennial has early flowers that continue to bloom all season.
pink gerbera flowers
Gerbera ‘Garvinea Sweet Pastry’ from HilverdaFlorist. Sweet Pastry offers abundant flowering and strong, weather-resistant performance. From early spring to the first frost, it shows excellent tolerance to rain, cold and diseases.
yellow snapdragon flowers
Snapdragon ‘Snapstar Champagne F1’ from Sakata. One of four colors in the new series, Champagne has highly uniform double flowers on strong, upright stems.
yellow dahlia flowers
Dahlia ‘City Lights Compact Sunny Yellow’ from Selecta One. Bold, golden yellow flowers stand out against dark foliage in this well-branched series.
pink dahlia flowers
Dahlia ‘Coffee Shop Lavender Latte’ by Syngenta Flowers. Cream-to-lavender blooms contrast with dark foliage for a dramatic look. Strong stems and fully double blooms hold up throughout the season.

Photos by Teresa McPherson.

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