Culture
Culture Report: Vanessa Compact Bourdeux
Verbena used to be a challenge to grow and many growers were stepping away from this crop due to powdery mildew, cycling out of color, and propagation issues. If you grew verbena in the past,... more »
Culture Report: Calibrachoa Cha-Cha Series
Cha-Cha calibrachoa was launched for spring 2021 and quickly established itself as a colorful and novelty choice for large containers, hanging baskets and mixes. This full-sized series is 25% more vigorous than the Cabaret series... more »
Colorful & Durable Calibrachoas
I have highlighted many calibrachoa introductions in my previous articles for their unique flower patterns and summer performance. The current plethora of calibrachoa varieties offers a multitude of patterns, colors and plant habits. The attributes... more »
Culture Report: Heliotropium ‘Augusta Lavender’
The lavender-purple flowers of ‘August Lavender’ are delicately ringed with a starry yellow eye, and its flower clusters are quite fragrant. This plant was selected by Proven Winners for its ability to withstand drought, high... more »
Culture Report: Osteospermum Gelato Series
Let’s be honest: Osteospermum were not quite ready for the market when they came out 20-25 years ago. They were part of the wave of revolutionary vegetative varieties that have come to define premium annual... more »
Culture Report: Daylength Neutral Leucanthemum
Leucanthemum has enjoyed decades-long popularity as a well recognizable perennial that thrives throughout most of North America. It is commonly referred to as “Shasta Daisy” due to original commercial selections being hybridized near Mount Shasta... more »
Culture Report: Buddleia Chrysalis Series
The launch of the new Chrysalis series of Buddleia daviddii is one of our biggest introductions of the season. Darwin Perennials is thrilled to offer this first-year flowering option to growers. Chrysalis can be produced... more »
Culture Report: Petunia ‘Fun House Potpourri’
Potpourri — the first introduction in the new vegetative Fun House petunia collection from Syngenta Flowers — makes its debut this year with its unique morphing colors and pattern depending on how it’s grown. It... more »
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