Variety Info

Vaughn’s View: Distinctive and resilient perennials with visual impact -part 2

I selected these perennial varieties as “The Chosen Ones” to highlight the traits that distinguished them throughout the summer in the trials and ultimately will provide performance and value for the consumer. What do we... more »

Culture Report: Santana Interspecific Geraniums

Interspecific breeding equals zonal geranium aesthetics with extra large umbels, dark green foliage, and the heat and drought tolerance of ivy geraniums. In a large class of interspecific breeding in today’s market, Santana are special,... more »

Demand for drought tolerance

Drought-tolerant plants have been a hot topic for years, and rising average temperatures and extreme weather throughout the country have only driven consumer interest in these crops. We caught up with two industry authorities: Joey... more »

Visit Schoneveld Breeding at CAST 2023

When spring arrives, it’s time for California Spring Trials and Schoneveld Breeding will be attending. Area manager Kathy McKay and growing supporter Ton Koers will present the latest developments in the broad assortment from Schoneveld... more »

Experience Danziger varieties at CAST

Danziger is celebrating all of the ways nature inspires modern breeding. In addition to showcasing the new 2024 genetics, California Spring Trials attendees will get a sneak peek at new growing programs and retail display... more »

PHS announces award winners at Philadelphia Flower Show

The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS) announces its list of award winners at the 2023 Philadelphia Flower Show, “The Garden Electric.” Located in the Pennsylvania Convention Center, the Flower Show returned indoors this year after a... more »

Let’s have a sneak peek at CAST

California Spring Trials will be showing off the latest and greatest in new variety introductions from dozens of breeders this year. People from the industry will be traveling to California from all over to get... more »

Culture Report: Ornamental kale Crystal series

Ornamental kale has long been a staple for the fall market, and American Takii is leading the way with the recently released Crystal series from seed. The unique glossy leaf enhances the overall appearance of... more »