Sakata Ornamentals America 2011/12 Catalog

Flower Catalog2011-2012Seed & Vegetative

SAKATA ORNAMENTALSwww.SakataOrnamentals.com

North America • P.O. Box 880 • Morgan Hill, CA 95038-0880 Phone: 408.778.7758 • Fax 408.778.7768

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PETUNIA (Vegetative) 97Piccolo I 52Piccolo 2 53PLATYCODON 65POLLENLESS 80POPPY 66PORTULACA (Seed) 67PORTULACA (Vegetative) 89President Mix 14Prestige Scarlet 26Prima 73PRIMULA 68Profusion 84Profusion Double 85Profusion Knee-high 86

QQuartet 79Queen 15

RRANUNCULUS 75Red Robin 81Rebelina 61Rosanna 73Rosita® 1 50Rosita® 2 50Rosita® 3 51

SSatellite 29Satin 40Senator 15Sentimental Blue 66Serenade 13SHASTA DAISY 76Side Show™ 92SINNINGIA 38SNAPDRAGON 9Snow Lady 76SOLENOSTEMON (Seed) 30SOLENOSTEMON (Vegetative) 93Sonnet 10

Southern Belle 43Speedy Sonnet 11Stained Glass Works™ 93Star Wars 29STOCK 77Summer Joy™ 89Sun Smile 46Sunbright 80Sunbright Kids 80SUNFLOWER 80SunPatiens® Compact 94SunPatiens® Spreading 95SunPatiens® Vigorous 96Sunseeker 67SuperCal® 98Supertunia® 97Superfine Rainbow 31SuperNova 74Supreme 59

TTokyo 21TOMATO 81TORENIA 81TRACHELIUM 82Treasures Red 24

UUltima 60

VVictoria 76Victory 83VINCA 83VIOLA 56, 61Vivas 78

WWonderland 66Wonderous 1 54

ZZINNIA 84

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Dear Sakata Customer,

We are proud to present the 2011-12 Sakata Flower Catalog.

The global financial crisis has heavily impacted the United States economy and our industry has not been immune. However, with this turmoil has come a greater desire by consumers to stay at home, to enhance the quality of their lives, to get closer to and to improve the environment and to obtain greater value. In this, there is great opportunity for all of us in fl oriculture to embrace.

Established in 1913, Sakata has been at the forefront of enhancing the quality of life and the environment for all our customers. Sakata is a premium independent breeder who has gained worldwide renown through a keen focus on innovative breeding and true points of differentiation, thereby offering consumers better products and more value.

A perfect example is our work with vegetative products such as SuperCal® and SunPatiens®. Both of these products are true breeding breakthroughs and fine examples of quantum leaps in interspecific hybridization. With sun tolerance, ease of production for growers and wide adaptability worldwide to adverse environmental conditions, SunPatiens® opens up new opportunities for all levels of the distribution chain.

We recognize the world is changing at a very rapid pace, presenting both challenges and op¬portunities. It is our goal to continue to do research which results in innovative high quality ornamental products. We are committed to our motto “quality, reliability and service,” which enables us to live up to the expectations of producers and consumers alike.

Faithfully yours

Sakata Seed Corporation H. Sakata

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FIREGLOWCelosia cristata

CENTURY Celosia plumosa

Mix

PRESTIGE SCARLET Celosia cristata

QUEEN Begonia semperflorens

White

FORTUNE Begonia tuberhybrida

Golden w/Red Back

CAN CAN DianthusScarlet

MERLIN Petunia multiflora

Pink Morn / Blue Morn

PROFUSION Zinnia hybrida

White / Orange / Cherry

ASTRA Platycodon grandiflorus

Blue, Semi-Double

SNOW LADY Shasta Daisy

CARNIVAL Impatiens walleriana

Rose Star

CONFETTI COMPACT Hypoestes phyllostachya

Blush

ULTIMA MORPHO Pansy

ULTIMA RADIANCE Pansy

Deep Blue

GYPSY Gypsophila muralis

Pink / Deep Rose

SOUTHERN BELLE Hibiscus hybrida

Mix

SERENADECallistephus chinensis

Red / Blue

Award Winners

FIRE Primula polyantha

Fire

FESTIVAL MINIGerbera jamesonii

Yellow Shades

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Award Winners


ALL-AMERICA SELECTIONSSakata is a member of the All-America Selections organization. This is founded in 1932 by American breeders of fl owers (and vegetables). The objective of this organization is similar to that of the Fleuroselect organization. All-American Selections is awarded to varieties with excellent home garden performance.

Both the Fleuroselect and All-America Selections entries are evaluated under code number in numerous trial grounds in different locations. This is done by selcted expert judges.

FLEUROSELECTSakata is a member of the Fleuroselect organization. This organization was founded in 1970 by European breeders of fl ower seed varieties. The objective of the organization is to stimulate the breeding of new varieties by testing and describing these varieties, by protecting the breeders rights and by promoting new varieties.

FLEUROSELECT GOLD MEDAL WINNERSFleuroselect Gold Medal is awarded for excellent performance in trials. Fleuroselect Gold Medal is awarded when a variety extends the existing limits of breeding and beauty.

FLEUROSELECT QUALITY AWARD WINNERSFleuroselect Quality Mark is awarded to varieties that prove to be very reliable and distinct novelties.

FLORASTAR This organization was initiated in 1988 and works closely together with All-America Selections. It is designed to award seed and cutting produced varieties based on pot and container performance. FloraStar has 24 unique trial sites, including professional growers and universities in the USA and Canada.

ALL-AMERICA SELECTIONS WINNERS2004 Gypsophila Gypsy Deep Rose

2003 Dianthus Can Can Scarlet

2003 Petunia Merlin Blue Morn

2002 Pansy Ultima Morpho

2001 Zinnia Profusion White

1999 Zinnia Profusion Orange

1999 Zinnia Profusion Cherry

1997 Celosia Prestige Scarlet

1997 Gypsophila Gypsy Pink

1988 Shasta Daisy Snow Lady

1985 Celosia Century Mix

1971 Hibiscus Southern Belle Mix

FLEUROSELECT GOLD MEDAL WINNERS2003 Dianthus Can Can Scarlet

2002 Pansy Ultima Morpho

2001 Zinnia Profusion White

1999 Zinnia Profusion Cherry

FLEUROSELECT QUALITY AWARD WINNERS2005 Hypoestes Confetti Compact Blush

2005 Pansy Ultima Radiance Deep Blue

2005 Primula polyantha Fire

2004 Impatiens Carnival Rose Star

2003 Gypsophila Gypsy Deep Rose

2002 Begonia Fortune Golden with Red Back

2002 Petunia Merlin Blue Morn

2000 Platycodon Astra Blue Semi-Double

1999 Begonia Queen White

1998 Callistephus Serenade Blue

1998 Callistephus Serenade Red

1996 Gypsophila Gypsy Pink

1996 Petunia Merlin Pink Morn

FLORASTAR WINNER2000 Gerbera Festival Mini Yellow Shades



PERFORMAX® SEEDSAdvantages:• Uniform seed size for easier sowing• Higher germination• High number of usable plants

PRIMAX® SEEDSAdvantages:• Faster germination• Enhances crop uniformity• Improves germination under stressful conditions or fluctuating temperatures• Higher number of usable plants• Treated to avoid fungi problemsTo be ordered minimum 10 weeks in advance100,000 minimum quantity per color

FILMCOAT SEEDSAdvantages:• Seeds are highly visible for quality control• Ensures single seed selection for accurate machine sowing thereby reducing labor hours• Avoid double sowing to reduce the number of seeds used• Dust free

PELLETED SEEDSAdvantages:• Easy machine sowing of small-sized seeds• Pellet dissolves easily; germinates as raw seed• Enhanced visibility for quality control at sowing

MULTI-PELLETSAdvantages:• Easy sowing of many seeds at the same time in one plug• 8-10 seeds per pellet

Product Forms


Blue Orchid Pearl Scarlet White

HarmonyAnemone coronaria F1Windflower

Raw

Dwarf compact and multi flowering plants with 5 cm (2 inch) flowers on strong stems. Approximately 25% of Harmony Blue will be double flowers. Suitable for 10-12 cm (4-4.5 inch) pot production for early spring sales.

Superb cold crop option for premium pots in early spring•

Anemone flowers make ideal holiday pot plants for Valentine's Day, Easter and Mother's Day

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For bedding plant sales, Anemone Harmony can be transplanted into a protected garden setting (cool with some afternoon shade) to naturalize with repeat flowering the following spring

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Anemone plants can be combined with pansies, dianthus, Bellis and poppies to make spectacular color bowls

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Similar cultural requirements to Ranunculus Bloomingdale•

Mix


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Blue HorizonAgeratum houstonianum F1Floss Flower

Pelleted

The first F1 triploid Ageratum strain for cut flower cultivation.

Tall growing with strong, sturdy stems and numerous branches•

Very high flower productivity•

Being a triploid, Blue Horizon is very vigorous and easy to cultivate, having larger flowers than traditional Ageratum

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Also suitable as a garden plant•

Height about 75 cm (30 inches) with a spread of about 20 cm (8 inches)

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Blue

Snapdragon

Highly uniform series•

Extra dwarf with a compact and bushy branching habit•

In cool locations, spring sowing will give excellent garden performance in summer

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The dwarf Antirrhinum grows to a height of 20 cm (8 inches), making this variety well-suited for pack, pot and garden use

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Mix

pumilum F1

Floral CarpetAntirrhinum majus nanum Raw



White Yellow

Rose Rose Pink

Deep Bronze Fuchsia

Scarlet

Crimson

Lilac Purple

Apricot Bicolour

Red & Yellow Bicolour

Coral Bicolour

Wine Bicolour Imp.

Lavender Bicolour

Bicolour Mix Mix

SnapdragonFloral Showers is a fast, day length neutral series that flowers within a tight window in the fall.

Being day length neutral this variety will flower early even during the autumn season

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Programable crop: approximately 8 weeks from sowing to sales under good growing conditions

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Tight flowering window throughout the color range•

Dwarf compact plant habit makes this a good product for pack and pot culture in 10 cm (4 inch) pots without, or with reduced PGR

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Excellent plant habit, making this series an attractive purchase in separate colors or in any mixed combination

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Cool crop, requiring little or no heat, resulting in low production costs

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Side shoots produce early flowers for more colour impact; ideally suited for landscaping

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Wide color range, including bright colours and unique bicolours for autumn to spring sales

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Long flowering season if cut back periodically•

Delightful fragrance•

Multiple uses: plantings in patio tubs, window boxes, edging flower beds and/or park and landscaping displays

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pumilum F1

Floral ShowersAntirrhinum majus nanum Raw



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Burgundy Carmine Crimson Orange Scarlet Pink Rose White

Yellow Mix 2010

SonnetAntirrhinum majus nanum F1Snapdragon

Raw

Easy to cultivate with uniform growing habit, strong root system and sturdy branching. Suitable for late spring to autumn sales.

Well suited for large containers but can be grown in smaller pots with PGR application

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Cool crop requiring little or no heat•

A minimum of 12 hours day length is required for flowering•

Can be used for cut flower production•

Plant height: 35 cm (14 inches)•

Long flowering season as the main stem is surrounded by numerous flowering spikes

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A choice selection of bright and vibrant colours•

Delightful fragrance•

Multiple uses: plantings in patio containers, landscape or garden displays

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Crimson Pink Pink Bicolour Purple White Yellow

Bronze Crimson Rose White Yellow Mix

AdmiralAntirrhinum majus F1Snapdragon

Raw

Early flowering variety belonging to Group I•

With uniform growth under short day conditions in winter•

Recommended sowing from 1st August to 15th November in northern hemisphere

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Expected cropping from 15th December to 1st May in northern hemisphere

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Bright, clear flower colours•

Tightly spaced florets on long flower spikes•

Speedy SonnetAntirrhinum majus nanum F1Snapdragon

Raw

The Speedy Sonnet series is not entirely day-length neutral, but it goes a long way toward the goal. Requiring only 10.5 hours of daylight to bloom, Speedy Sonnet needs 1.5 hours less light than Sonnet. In all other respects, Speedy Sonnet can be treated like Sonnets.

Plant height: 35 cm (14 inches)•

Earlier flowering Sonnet type Snapdragon requiring 10.5 hour photoperiod to flower

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Great for earlier spring sales or later autumn sales under shorter photoperiods

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Not recommended for early fall flowering in warm weather areas•

Ask your local sales contact for availability.



CalimaAntirrhinum majus F1Snapdragon

Raw

Group III and IV flowering•

Easily managed for the grower•

Thick, strong flower stems - excellent stem length•

Extra large flower spikes•

Bred for equator-based production areas•

Quick cycle turn in the highest quality•

Deep Rose Ivory White Pink Pure White Red Yellow

White

Pink

Rose Scarlet

Blue

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BonitaCallistephus chinensisAster

Raw

This new Callistephus Bonita series has beautiful, fully double pompon flowers that colour completely. The flowers are held at a perfect angle for maximum display and have flower size similar to Matsumoto. Bonita crop time is one week longer than Matsumoto.

Centre of flowers colour completely•

Flowers remain attractive when aging•

Fusarium resistance is similar to Matsumoto•

No need to remove the main flower bud but stem presentation is better if bud is removed

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Flower size is 5 cm (2 inches)•

Fits easily in program next to Matsumoto•


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MatsumotoCallistephus chinensisAster

Raw

Matsumoto is the first Fusarium tolerant aster series on the market. This series is easy to put in a program and to manipulate stem height with various growing techniques.

Fusarium resistant•

Matsumoto is offered in a wide range of colours•

Flower size is 5 cm (2 inches) with a distinct yellow centre•

Strong, long stems with an upright flowering habit•

Production cycle will be approximately 100 days from sowing in spring or when produced with day length manipulation techniques

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Height: 60-75 cm (2-2.5 feet)•

White

Pink

Apricot

Red

Scarlet Yellow

Blue Tipped White

Light Blue

Blue

Rose Mix

SerenadeCallistephus chinensisAster

Raw

High tolerance to Fusarium as with the Matsumoto series•

Production cycle also approximately 14 weeks (100 days) from sowing in spring or from the actual production date, if day length manipulation techniques are applied.

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Spray habit with an abundance of semi-double flowers on a single stem

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Flowers measure 3 cm (1.25 inch) in diameter with a distinct yellow centre

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The Serenade series offers a wide range of colours•

Serenade Red and Blue are 1998 Fleuroselect Quality Award Winners

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White

Rose Tipped WhiteUS 200000280

RoseUS 200000281

Deep RoseBlue Tipped WhiteUS 200000277

Blue

ScarletUS 2000000282

Red

Yellow Mix


AmbassadorBegonia semperflorens F1Begonia, Wax

Raw, Pelleted

Ambassador is a rich green-leaved series for early production featuring large flowers on dwarf compact 20-25 cm (8-10 inch) plants. Well matched to Ambassador, Senator is a bronze-leaved series with a beautiful contrast between flower and foliage. The pack-performance of Ambassador and Senator is outstanding. The seed quality of these series, in combination with a compact habit, very high uniformity and a tight blooming window makes these reliable in production.

A proven performer•

Compact habit with excellent pack performance•

Wide range of vibrant colours with green foliage•

This series include the best Scarlet available•

Identical crop timing with Senator (bronze-leaf)•

Excellent series uniformity, matching with the Senator series•

Produces numerous blooms even under hot and humid conditions

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Suitable for extensive plantings in outdoor beds•

Soft Pink

Bicolour Pink

Rose BlushRose

Coral

Scarlet

White Mix

President MixBegonia semperflorens F1Begonia, Wax

Raw, Pelleted

Unique foliage mixture of green leaf Ambassador and bronze leaf Senator

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Consistent, uniform and identical crop timing•

Mix

Wax Begonia

Wax Begonia



QueenBegonia semperflorens F1Begonia, Wax

Raw, Pelleted

Queen is the first double flowered begonia from seed. Queen offers uniform plant habit and consistently double-flowering plants. An excellent choice for tough garden conditions where heat, direct sun and drying winds destroy ordinary begonias. Top choice for large containers and hanging baskets with higher profit for the grower.

Seed type with fully double blooms•

More cost-effective compared to similar varieties from cuttings•

More vigorous plant habit and heat tolerance compared with other standard semperflorens varieties

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A good "wow factor" for patio tubs and hanging baskets•

Queen White is a winner of the Fleuroselect Quality Award in 1999

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White

Pink Red

Rose

SenatorBegonia semperflorens F1Begonia, Wax

Raw, Pelleted

Begonia Senator is the bronze leaf counterpart to the green leaf Ambassador series. Senator has a beautiful contrast between flower and foliage. It is good for early production and features large flowers on compact 20-25 cm (8-10 inch) plants.

Bronze foliage•

A proven performer•

Compact habit with attractive bronze foliage and excellent pack performance

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Wide range of vibrant colours•

Excellent uniformity, matching nicely with Ambassador•

Superbly floriferous even under hot and humid conditions•

Free-flowering with a wide colour range•

Suitable for extensive plantings in outdoor beds•

White

Pink

Rose

Deep Rose

Scarlet

Bicolour

Mix

Wax Begonia

Wax Begonia



EmperorBegonia semperflorens F1Begonia, Wax

Raw, Pelleted

The Emperor Series combines early flowering with unbeatable pot performance and large eye-catching flowers. The plants also have excellent garden performance. About 10 days earlier than Ambassador, Emperor is the earliest series on the market. Sow 10-14 days later and save energy costs with quick bench turnover.

Flowers 5-12 days earlier than other major varieties•

Known for outstanding garden performance and early flowering•

Large blooms with green foliage•

Slightly more vigorous and taller with larger blooms than Ambassador

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Extremely uniform flowering window, resulting in a quick turnover of crops

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Reduced production costs•

Growers can save energy costs and bench space by sowing/planting later

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Remains compact with excellent garden and pot performance•

Large flower size, numerous blooms in an attractive colour range with contrasting green foliage

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Flowers continuously, even under hot and humid conditions•

Soft PinkPink RoseRed White Imp. Mix

Wax Begonia



InfernoBegonia semperflorens F1Begonia, Wax

Raw, Pelleted

Versatile and vigorous landscape type for parks, display gardens and large containers. Compact plants start to flower at a plant height similar to other semperflorens.

The only landscape Begonia that can be efficiently produced in pots and also fulfill the need for outstanding vigour in the landscape

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Bred for extensive flower beds•

Versatile vigorous landscape type for parks, display gardens and large containers

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High heat and humidity tolerance ensure excellent garden performance

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Basal branching adds volume and height to beds•

54 plants per square meter (5 plants per square foot) gives good coverage in terms of saving input costs

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Self-cleaning plant habit means low maintenance•

Planting in hanging baskets and patio tubs guarantee success for the home gardener

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Recommended for production in 10 cm (4 inch) pots and in hanging baskets

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Mix

White

Appleblossom Pink

Rose

Red

Wax Begonia



FortuneBegonia tuberhybrida F1Begonia, tuberous

Raw, Pelleted

Fortune's plant habit makes it a production-friendly crop that is more manageable in shipping than other varieties. This prolific bloomer offers stunning blooms and outstanding colour selections. Narrow flowering window between colours makes crop planning easier.

Fortune is a fast flowering variety compared to other series•

Saves energy costs and bench space with a 10-14 day later sowing

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Requires little or no growth regulator•

Compact habit saves bench space and a tight flowering window results in quick crop turnover

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Excellent shelf life•

Stronger and shorter flower stems in comparison to competitive varieties

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Compact habit, short flower stems and balanced flower size for easier handling and shipping

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Fortune Golden with Red Back is a winner of the Fleuroselect Quality Award in 2002

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White with Rose Back

Pink Salmon RosePeach Shades

Golden Shades Golden with Red Back

Orange Shades Rose

Deep Rose

Scarlet

Deep Red

MixWhite

Apricot Orange Shades

Yellow Imp.

Coral Shades

Tuberous Begonia



GalaxyBellis perennis annuaEnglish Daisy

Pelleted

Cost-effective crop with low heating costs for spring flowering.

Flowers in autumn: cold temperatures are not required to initiate flower buds

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Flowers continuously all winter in mild areas•

Dwarf, uniform and compact plant with short leaves•

Ideal for pots & packs and less sensitive to diseases producing 100% saleable plants

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Very floriferous, semi-double pomponette flower shape 3 cm (1.25 inch) in diameter with a contrasting yellow centre

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Excellent when combined with pansies, flowering cabbage and flowering kale from autumn to spring

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In cold areas, Galaxy will go dormant in winter and flower again in spring

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WhiteUS 9800007

RoseUS 9800006

RedUS 9800005

Mix



NagoyaBrassica oleracea F1Ornamental Kale

Raw

Nagoya ornamental kale produces colorful, highly fringed leaves.

Excellent, colourful ornamental kale for autumn to winter sowing/planting together with pansy and violas

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Produces attractive colourful fringed leaves•

Uniform in plant habit and growth•

Responds well to plant growth regulators•

Reducing temperature to promote l;eaf coloration is not required on the same scale as with other cultivars

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Cultivation in 10-15 cm (4-6 inch) pots recommended•

Also available as Mix

OsakaBrassica oleracea F1Ornamental Cabbage

Raw

Osaka ornamental cabbage produces colorful wavy-edged leaves on tightly packed compact heads.

Excellent, colourful ornamental cabbage for autumn to winter sowing/planting with pansy and violas

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Produces numerous colourful wavy-edged leaves with tight compact heads

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Produces vigorous and uniform, high quality plants•


Also available as Mix

Red Rose White

Pink Red White



Golden BunchCalceolaria rugosa F1Pocketbook Plant

Raw

Compact habit with small leaves for high density production•

Suitable for 8-10 cm (3-4 inch) pot culture•

Suitable for large containers or bedding usage•

The plants are covered with small bright golden yellow flowers•

Excellent summer bedding plant tolerating full sun in moderate summer climates

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TokyoBrassica oleracea F1Ornamental Cabbage

Raw

Tokyo ornamental cabbage produces colorful round leaves on loosely packed heads.

Excellent, colourful bedding plant for autumn to winter with pansy and violas

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This variety is used for winter flowering as it is extremely cold resistant due to the thick resistant round leaves

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Produces a uniform plant size with attractive colourful round leaves

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Red White




CalypsoCalendula officinalis nanaPot Marigold

Raw

Brightly coloured blooms top vigorous yet compact plants that are well suited for garden beds and large containers. Plant in spring or in fall, where they will continue to flower in milder winter climates.

Ideal compact plant habit for pack and pot sales•

Vigorous garden performance•

Produces abundant bright, large flowers with black centre•

Suited for autumn to spring sales; especially in mild winter climates

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Yellow with Black Center

Orange with Black Center

DaintyCalceolaria x hybrida F1Pocketbook Plant

Pelleted

Small, compact growth habit for high density production with 15 cm (6 inch) spread

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Easier to handle and ship with minimum damage to leaves•

The thick flower pouches of 7-8 cm (2 inch) in size give a certain amount of disease tolerance to Botrytis

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Suitable for 8-10 cm (3-4 inch) pot culture•

Excellent series uniformity•

Pelleted seed is offered for easy sowing•

Yellow with SpotsRedBronze Red & Yellow Mix

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ChampionCampanula medium annuum Pelleted

Blue Lavender Imp.

Pink White

BellflowerThis fast fi nishing, high yielding series produces slightly smaller heads than the Champion series but produces more blooms per stem, thereby providing better color impact.• More color on each stem • Use as fi ller or focal point • Smaller size fl owers with harder fl ower petals than Champion, therefore easier to transport • Thinner, fl exible stems weigh less so lower transportation costs • Higher germination rate and more usable plugs

Ask your local sales contact for availability

White

Deep Blue

Light Pink Pink

Lavender

F1BellflowerThe Champion series is a well accepted variety by major cut flower growers and the market in general. Depending on geographical location, this Campanula can be cropped 6-12 months per year with daylength manipulation. Champion has an excellent vase-life.

Annual blooming habit; only requires day length manipulation and moderate growing temperatures (13°C/55°F)

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As an annual and biennial variety, Champion can be cropped 6-12 months of the year, depending on the geographical location

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Using good growing techniques and plant growth regulators, pot production of Champion can be ready for sales in the early spring and other special dates such as Valentine's Day and Mother's Day

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Champion ProCampanula medium annuum PelletedF1




Heavenly BlueCampanula rapunculus F1Bellflower

Pelleted

Annual flowering with masses of gorgeous 2 cm (3/4 inch) light blue, star-shaped flowers

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Plants produce 15 stems with 5-6 stems being top grade and having a length of 80 cm (32 inches)

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Beautiful cut flower or filler for mixed bouquets•

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Hot PurpleCapsicum annuumOrnamental Pepper

Raw

Treasures RedCapsicum annuum F1Ornamental Pepper

Raw

Plants will grow in proportion to the container size in which it is planted. • Unique variegated white and green foliage contrasts nicely with the bright purple-to-red fruits • Plants are suited for both 10 cm (4 inch) and larger containers • Makes a great accent plant for mixed containers • Recommended for ornamental use only

Blue

Purple

Red

Fast production time with excellent uniformity•

Natural compact habit 12 cm (5 inches) with dark green foliage•

Bears conical white fruits changing to bright red at maturity•

Excellent 10 cm (4 inch) pot item•

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Can CanDianthus caryophyllus F1Carnation

Raw

Can Can Cocktail Party is new for 2011! Can Can Cocktail Party is the long awaited addition to the AAS 2003 and FS Gold Medal Winner Can Can Scarlet. This large flowered, high quality mix has bright, delicately scented blooms. Can Can flowers from mid-spring and well into summer with excellent garden performance.

High quality carnation for best garden performance•

Flowers from mid-spring and well into summer•

Excellent basal-branching and strong stems•

Multi garden usage for border plantings, patio containers or semi-tall bedding

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Large blooms with a delightful fragrance•


Can Can Scarlet is a 2003 All-America Selections Winner and Fleuroselect Gold Medal Winner

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NEW

Cocktail Party Scarlet

CarnationLillipot is ideal for pot sales and also for the patio and summer borders. The plants grow to a height of 20-25 cm (8-10 inches) and produce numerous branches. Lillipot is an annual type. Sakata's Lillipot series can be grown without any growth regulators. No pinching is needed, thus saving on production time and labor. Regulating the temperature and light can easily influence flowering time and plant habit.

Genetically dwarf Carnation, this variety is suitable for cultivating in a pot size of 10-15 cm (4-6 inches)

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Fully-double, true carnation flowers makes Carnation Lillipot a very attractive item for consumers

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Flowers continuously throughout the summer•

Stays dwarf and compact, making application of plant growth regulators and pinching unnecessary

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Excellent quality series for professional pot plant growers with a height of 25 cm (10 inches)

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Mix


F1

LillipotDianthus caryophyllus nanus Raw



ChiefCelosia argentea cristataCelosia

Raw

Chief can be direct sown in the cut flower bed or field and is very well suited to production in areas with high temperatures.

Produces large, globe-shaped flower heads that are very uniform in growth

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Highly suitable for cut flowers during periods of high temperature

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Dense plantings will produce very strong stems and high quality cut flowers

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Prestige ScarletCelosia argentea cristataCelosia

Raw

Prestige Scarlet grows vigorously under hot humid conditions and produces an abundance of large vivid flower heads which form at every node, covering the plant from top to bottom.

Produces 7.5 cm (3 inch) large, globe-shaped flowers in bright scarlet

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Scarlet flowers compliment the dark bronze-green leaf colour•

Ideal as a summer and autumn bedding plant under hot and humid conditions

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Makes a good centre plant in the garden or a container•

Flower and plant habit are highly uniform, growing 30 cm (12 inches)

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Prestige Scarlet is a 1997 All-America Selections Winner•

Gold RoseFire (bronze leaf)

PersimmonCarmine Red

Scarlet

Mix


CenturyCelosia argentea plumosaCelosia

Raw

Extra early and easy to grow•

Large plumes on strong stems•

Flowers approximately 80 days after sowing•

Sturdy branching for large containers and flower beds•

Suitable for cut flowers, semi-tall flower beds and large containers

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Can be used for commercial cut flower with tight spacing culture 10 cm (4 inch) on centre

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Century Mix was an All-America Selections winner in 1985•

Yellow RoseFire Red(bronze leaf)

Mix




CelosiaKimono is highly recommended as a multi-sowing culture that can extend and create a new market for mid-summer and early autumn sales.

High density crop suitable for both pots and packs•

Ideal for spring to early autumn sales•

No PGR required•


Quick turnover of crops with 5 weeks crop time•

Multi-seed sowing/planting will give excellent performance and creates mini forests of colour for containers and gift pots

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Available in a wide range of attractive colours•

Although primarily a bedding plant, Kimono is also suitable for patio planters, window boxes and pot plant sales

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Kimono is a facultative short day plant and will set buds quickly if started under short days (<13 hours)

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Salmon Pink

Orange RoseCreamCherry Red Red (bronze leaf)

YellowScarlet Mix

Salmon

nana

KimonoCelosia argentea plumosa Raw



SatellitePericallis x hybridaCineraria

Raw

Satellite Series is a grandiflora type with a stronger plant habit than Star Wars. Large flowers in a stunning colour range. Maturity is a one to two weeks earlier than Star Wars.

Uniform grandiflora type with large flowers 4-5 cm (2 inches) in diameter

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Small leaf size for high density cropping•

Pure bright colours suitable for planting with Star Wars and completing the colour range

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Economical crop for growers due to reduced heat requirement•

High percentage of marketable plants•

High germination and seedling vigor•

Crop time approximately 18 weeks from sowing•

Star WarsPericallis x hybridaCineraria

Raw

Uniform multiflora type producing masses of 3.5-4 cm (1.5 inch) flowers

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Compact foliage and plant habit for high density cropping and less shipping damage

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Flowers 2 weeks later than Satellite, approx. 20 weeks from sowing

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An economical crop for growers due to reduced heat requirement

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Exciting range of bicolours and pure colours•

Highest percentage of marketable plants•

High germination and seedling vigorous•

Cerise Shades Deep Red Shades

Purple & Blue Shades

Rose & Pink Shades

Sky Blue Shades

Blue Shades Crimson Shades Pink Shades White Shades

Mix

Mix



FairwaySolenostemon x hybridaColeus

Raw

This dwarf coleus growing 20 cm (8 inches) works well in containers, hanging baskets and front of the border.

Very late flowering for improved shelf-life•

Extra dwarf with excellent basal branching•

Ideal for production in packs and 10 cm (4 inch) pots•

Option for year round production•xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Mosaic

Salmon Rose

RoseOrange RubyRed Velvet

Yellow Mix



Superfine RainbowSolenostemon x hybridaColeus

Raw

A semi-dwarf series growing 35 cm (14 inches) tall recommended for landscapes and patio plantings.

Excellent garden performance with large, vividly coloured leaves•

Recommended for bedding in semi-shaded areas•

Well proven and respected series•

Broader leaf than Fairway•

Very late flowering with vivid coloured foliage•

Semi dwarf with excellent basal branching•

Suitable for production in 10 cm (4 inch) pots or larger•xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Color Pride Multicolor

VolcanoRed Velvet

Festive Dance

Masterblends Mix



KawaraDianthus x hybrida F1Dianthus

Raw

Dianthus Kawara is a reliable perennial plant from seed that blooms from spring until heavy frost. The feathery flowers in their pastel tones make this a very attractive landscape plant and has also created a lot of interest as a cut flower. The plant is relatively tall 60-75 cm (2-3 feet) with a good branching habit. The stems are strong and flexible and the vase life is excellent.

Kawara is ideal for adding height to the border•

Good cut flower for home gardens•

It is an ideal plant to sell in full bloom in large containers for patios and balconies

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Highly attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds•

Mix

CandleDelphinium elatum F1Delphinium

Raw

Today's standard Delphinium varieties are long-day varieties, meaning that these varieties are highly unstable or cannot bloom under low light and short day conditions. Candle is an annual type and does not form a rosette if a minimum temperature of 15C/59F is kept through the germination to blooming stage, therefore adding reliable winter production to your program, with a faster turnover and crop schedule than offered by other varieties.

Very early and uniform blooming•

Suitable for tunnel, greenhouse and open field production•

Extremely stable and especially bred for short day production schedules

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F1 hybrid vigour guarantees good results from subsequent flushes following first harvest

•Blue Shades Lavender Shades

Violet Shades White Shades


DiamondDianthus x hybrida nana F1Dianthus

Raw

Gives superb garden performance in spring and autumn•

Early variety, blooming simultaneously on main and lateral stems in pots and beds

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High uniformity in plant habit and tight flower window•

Flower size is 4 cm (1.5 inches) in diameter•

When grown under long day conditions it is naturally compact and requires little or no PGR

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Diamond Blush Pink has a unique look, initially the flowers open white, then change to pink and ultimately mature to rose. YTT (yesterday, today and tomorrow)

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Mix

Blush Pink PinkCoral Purple

Scarlet

Carmine Rose Crimson Picotee

Purple Picotee

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Winter Holiday Mix

Spring Bouquet Mix

Dark Eyed Mix

Growers Select Mix

Fall Harvest Mix

FestivalGerbera jamesonii F1Gerbera Daisy

Filmcoat

Sakata offers the Festival F1 series with many large spectacular flowers per plant at the time of sales on compact and extremely uniform plants with a tight flowering window. Can be produced in 8-12 weeks from potting to sales, depending of the time of year.

Highest percentage of prime quality marketable plants•

Multiple flowers and high bud count at time of sale increases sell through

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Versatile series that works in a range of pot sizes from 10-15 cm (4-6 inches)

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Large assortment, including: Light eyed, Dark eyed, Spider, Semi-double and Mini

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Broadest and brightest color range on the market•

High rate of germination at 95% plus for more usable plants•

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White Shades

Blush Cream

Lemon Yellow

Salmon Salmon Rose

Orange

Rose

Peach with Eye

Golden Yellow w/Eye

Neon Rose with Eye Orange with Eye

Cherry w/Eye

Scarlet with Eye

Pink Shades with Eye

Salmon Orange Shades

Apricot

Red with Eye

Apricot w/Eye

Yellow with Eye

Festival Mix



Rose Shades YellowOrange Shades Mix

Semi-Double

Salmon Red Shades Salmon with Eye Yellow

Mix 2010

Festival Semi-Gerbera jamesonii F1Gerbera Daisy

Filmcoat

Semi-double flowers•

Colourful addition to patio containers and garden displays•

Festival SpiderGerbera jamesonii F1Gerbera Daisy

Filmcoat

Festival Spider provides a unique flower form that really stands out at retail. Can be produced on same production schedule as other Festival varieties.

Sure to attract attention at retail•

Allows targeted colour selection as Festival Spider is available in separate colours

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Similar production time as other Festival varieties•



Deep Rose Red Shades Yellow Shades MixOrange ShadesDeep Pastel Shades Soft Pink

Festival MiniGerbera jamesonii F1Gerbera Daisy

Filmcoat

Unique product with mini flowers on compact plants well-suited to the expanding 9-10 cm (3.5 inch) pot market.

Ideal as an eye-catcher in mixed patio containers and as gifts for special occasions

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Highly uniform in habit and earliness•

True mini flowers shading in a variety of colours•

Festival Mini Yellow Shades is a 2000 FloraStar Winner•

Mix

KameleoGerbera jamesoniiGerbera Daisy

Filmcoat

Kameleo is early flowering, easy to grow and suitable for production in small pots. Rounded leaves allow for high density production. Kameleo's open plant structure allows for sufficient aeration when grown as a high density crop.

Micro-Gerbera for production in 6-9 cm (2.5-3.5 inch) pots for gift market

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Kameleo is available in three mixes: Green eyed Mix, Black eyed Mix and a Mix

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Series has a high number of 5 cm (2 inch) flowers on sturdy stems

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Short production time, marketed 8-10 weeks after potting with 13-15 week total crop time

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Rounded leaves allows for high aeration under high density growing

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Excellent for generating instant sales for the specialty gift market•



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DuroraGerbera jamesoniiGerbera Daisy

Filmcoat

Durora is an early, compact and easy to grow pot Gerbera withlarge double flowers on very compact plants. Durora's attractive double flowers age slower than other varieties so they have long lasting shelf appeal. Durora can be marketed within 8 to 10 weeks from potting, depending on local cultivation conditions.

Gerbera for production in 9-11 cm (3.5-4.5 inch) pots with 7.5 cm (3 inch) flowers

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+90% of flowers are double•

Highly uniform and gently toned mix of Red, Bright Yellow, Orange, Pink, Salmon, Dark Salmon, Cream, Light Salmon, Red/Yellow tipped and Yellow/Orange coloured varieties

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Excellent outdoor performance in mild summer areas•

Short production time, marketed 8-10 weeks after potting•

Slow-to-age flowers increase shelf life•xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

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BrocadeSinningia speciosa F1Gloxinia

Raw, Pelleted

This impressive, double flowering series is quite showy and ideal for gift and pot plant sales.

100% double flowering series•

Dwarf, compact series with small foliage•

Recommended for 10-12 cm (4-5 inch) pot culture•

Fashionable pot plant currently experiencing a renaissance•

Impressive fully-double flowers•

Small flexible leaves for high density production, easy sleeving and shipping

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AvantiSinningia speciosa F1Gloxinia

Raw, Pelleted

This F1 hybrid series is the earliest single flowering series on the market. Avanti has small flexible leaves for high density production, easy sleeving and shipping. Flowers are held just above the foliage on short strong stems.

Impressive, large, bell-shaped flowers in vibrant colours ensures large consumer appeal

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An early flowering, single flowering series•

Recommended for 10-12 cm (4-5 inch) pot culture•

Small supple leaves for high density production, easy packing and shipping

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This well loved pot plant is undergoing a renaissance with consumers

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Blue Blue with WhiteEdge

Light Violet / Dark Throat

Peach Rose Red with White Edge

Rose Red Scarlet

White Wine Red Mix

Cherry WhiteBlue

MultiBellsSinningia speciosa F1Gloxinia

Pelleted

MultiBells has exceptional uniformity with extraordinary flower count. It is 10-14 days earlier flowering than other Sinningia and be produced at a higher density for increased profitability.

Center flowering, with up-facing flowers for better viewing•

Exceptionally high flower count (+40) not seen before in Sinningia

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Short foliage means less damage during transport•

Can produce more plants per square metre than other Sinningia•

10-14 days earlier than other series•

Extremely high crop uniformity•


Pelleted

Pelleted


Shell Pink Salmon

Lavender

Rose/Pink Red White

Pink Lavender with Eye

Mix

Mix

GraceClarkia amoena F1Godetia

Raw

Grace is a F1 hybrid with excellent uniformity and broad individual color selections. Grace produces lots of flowers and has tremendous vase life.

Produces cut flowers, measuring 70-80 cm (2-3 ft) in height•

Lateral branching produces up to 15 stems each, carrying 5 to 6 solid clusters of blooms

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The branching and flower formation makes Godetia suitable for high density packing and shipping over long distances

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This variety, depending on climate, can be grown all-year-round with the use of day-length manipulation

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Godetia is a dry and a cool temperature loving plant•

Best grown at 15-18°C (60-65°F) in the day and 10°C (50°F) at night

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Ideal temperature should not exceed more than 25°C (75°F)•

This is an excellent cut flower for home garden, as well for mail order and retail packet trade

•

SatinClarkia amoena nana F1Godetia

Raw

Satin is a very compact godetia bred for pot plant performance.

Uniform plant habit and early flowering•

Good basal branching habit•

Responds well to plant growth regulator•

Flower size measures approximately 5 cm (2 inches) in diameter•

An outstanding performer as a 10-15 cm (4-6 inch) pot plant item

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Flowers profusely at an approximate height of 17-20 cm (7-8 inches)

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Pink Purple

White Mix

GnomeGomphrena globosaGomphrena

Raw

Gomphrena Gnome is an ideal garden plant in areas that have hot humid summers and is also well suited to dry conditions. This extra dwarf, compact plant is easy to grow and carefree. Gnome is a healthy looking garden plant with dark green foliage that contrasts nicely with vibrant flowers. Gomphrena Gnome makes a nice component plant in mixed containers and is ideal for borders and edging.

Extra-dwarf and compact growing plant suitable for 8-10 cm (3-4 inch) pot

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Ball-shaped plants are about 15 cm (6 inch) in height•

Easy propagation from seed at high temperatures•

Easy cultivation in pots and packs•

Quick crop turnover (4-6 weeks) creates further opportunities for sales after the main bedding plant season

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Approximately 15 cm (6 inch) in height•

Clean seed available for easy sowing•

All Around Purple is ideal areas that have hot humid summers. A very healthy looking garden plant with dark green foliage that contrasts nicely with the deep purple fl owers. All Around Purple is perfect for 4 liter (1 gallon) production.• Drought tolerant once established • Strong basal branches hold the rich deep purple fl ower heads upright • Flowers measure approximately 2.5 cm (1 inch) in diameter • Plant height is approximately 60 cm (2 feet) • Can be used as a fresh or dried commerciel cut fl ower • Excellent item for home garden cut fl owers • Strong fl ower stems and good vase life • Seed is sold as clean seed for ease in sowing

Purple

All AroundGomphrena globosaGomphrena

Raw

Purple



Garden BrideGypsophila muralisGypsophila

Raw, Multi-Pelleted

Garden Bride has single flowers and adds a romantic touch to any garden. Aa a unique bedding plant, this variety has multiple uses: alone or in combination with other annuals in patio containers, window boxes or hanging baskets. The home-gardener will love the way these plants cascade and soften edges. As border plants in garden beds, Garden Bride forms neat mounds.

Airy, graceful rich flowering plants with finely textured foliage•

Single flowers•

Easy to grow, short crop time for improved profitability•

Stays in constant bloom for quick sale•

Can be sold in packs, pots and hanging baskets•

Unique alternative to replace Alyssum and Lobelia•

Excellent for hanging baskets and mixed patio containers•

Available as multi-pellets for easier sowing•

GypsyGypsophila muralisGypsophila

Raw, Multi-Pelleted

Gypsy has semi-double flowers and is is a unique bedding plant with multiple uses. It can be used alone or in combination with other annuals in patio containers, window boxes or hanging baskets where it spills over and softens harsh edges. Gypsy forms neat mounds in garden beds Gypsy Pink is both a 1996 Fleuroselect Quality Award winner and a 1997 All-America Selections winner. Gypsy Deep Rose is both a 2003 Fleuroselect Quality Award winner and a 2004 All-America Selections winner.

Double flowers•

Airy, graceful rich flowering plants with finely textured foliage•

Easy to grow, short crop time for improved profitability•

Stays in constant bloom for quick sale•

Can be sold in both packs, pots and hanging baskets•

Unique alternative to replace Alyssum and Lobelia•

Excellent for hanging baskets and mixed patio containers•

Available as multi-pellets for easier sowing•


Deep Rose Pink

Pink



Mix

Growing 100-150 cm (3-5) tall, Southern Belle boasts gigantic 25 cm (10 inch) fl owers the fi rst year it is planted.• True landscape item, giving height to bedding in warm areas • Grown as annual and perennial • Grows well in both moist soil and in ordinary soil • 1971 All-America Selections Winner

Disco BelleHibiscus moscheutos F1Hibiscus

Raw

Disco Belle is a compact hibiscus for the garden growing 60-80cm (24-32 inches) tall. Though shorter in stature than Southern Belle, the flowers are almost as large so this is a good choice for consumers looking for big color in smaller spaces.

True landscape item adding height to flower beds in warm areas•

Excellent patio plant in cool areas with use of plant growth regulator

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Flowering begins at a plant height of approximately 35 cm (14 inches)

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Ideal for perennial plant assortment•

Low cost seed item compared to vegetative Hibiscus•

All Hibiscus seed is scarified to promote uniform germination, making no further treatment necessary

•


Pink Rosy Red White Mix

Southern BelleHibiscus moscheutos F1Hibiscus

Raw


Carmine Rose Red

Wine Red

White

Mix

White

Pink

Rose

RedBlush

Mix

Confetti CompactHypoestes phyllostachyaPolka Dot Plant

Raw

Confetti Compact is bred especially for the pot plant market. Compact growth habit and highly decorative foliage makes it excellent for sales as a foliage houseplant. The series has a short crop time, excellent shipping tolerance and good shelf life. Confetti Compact is well suited for year round production and is extremely easy to grow.

Extremely decorative plant, highly suitable as pot plant and house foliage plant

•

Easy to program. Short production time of 8-10 weeks from sowing to sales.

•

Very good for year-round production•

Excellent shipping tolerance and shelf life•

Confetti Compact Blush is a 2005 Fleuroselect Quality Award Winner

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Confetti XLHypoestes phyllostachyaPolka Dot Plant

Raw

With a more vigorous growth habit than Confetti Compact, Confetti XL is bred especially for the bedding plant market. It is ideal for mass and border plantings in shaded areas and works very well as a component plant in mixed baskets and patio containers. Confetti XL is well suited for a year-round production and is extremely easy to grow.

Versatile, very decorative plants for patio containers, hanging baskets and mass plantings in warmer, semi-shaded areas

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Easy to program, short production time of 8-10 weeks•

Highly suitable for year-round production•

Excellent shipping tolerance and shelf life•




White Imp.

Pink

Metallic Deep Salmon

Salmon

Orange

Blush

Scarlet

Rose

Deep Rose Lilac

Violet

Metallic Lilac

Rose Star

Summer Fruits MixBlue Mood Mix

Red

Cranberry Lavender Blue

Metallic Pink Shades

Pastel Blend Mix Mix

CarnivalImpatiens walleriana F1Impatiens

Raw

Large, flat open flowers on compact plants over dark green foliage

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Plants stay compact in packs and pots at retail•

Offers unique metallic colors•

Proven heat tolerance•

Outstanding germination of 95% bred into the series - not an added seed enhancement

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Rose

Sun SmileIpomoea purpureaMorning GlorySun Smile is a dwarf type Ipomoea with ornamental foliage, pretty flowers and a mounding habit that spreads 30 cm (1 foot).

This larger leaved Ipomoea is quite unique and ideally suited for mixed containers and hanging baskets

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The plant features marbled green and white foliage with either bright red, violet, blue or pink colored blooms, edged in white

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The flowers open each morning adding additional color and interest to the foliage

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Plants in 10-12 cm (4-5 inch) pots will spread 15-20 cm (6-8 inches)

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Plants in the garden spreads 30 cm (1 foot)•

Easy to grow•

Blue Pink Red Violet

Mini Bar RoseIpomoea purpureaMorning Glory

Quite unique and ideally suited for mixed containers, hanging baskets and small trellises

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The foliage is a marbled blend of green and white, reminiscent of glacier ivy

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The bright rose-coloured blooms, edged white, open each morning adding additional colour and interest to the foliage

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Mini Bar Rose is a semi-dwarf type with a mounding habit that spreads up to 90 cm (3 feet)

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Easy to grow but plants that are not started under long days will be stunted and have an excess of flower buds

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Scarifi ed

Scarifi ed



Pink PicoteeChampagne Yellow Lavender Pink Pure White Blue

BorealisEustoma grandiflorum F1Lisianthus

Pelleted

Group 0 / Standard Double Flower•

Not suitable for forcing•

Ideal for winter harvest with high yield•

Less blindness than with other standards on the market•

Easier to get stem height compared to Echo•xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Apricot Blue Green Pink White Yellow

EchoEustoma grandiflorum F1Lisianthus

Pelleted


The world's first 100% all double large flowering cut flower lisianthus

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Spray type•

Flower stalks are sufficiently strong and capable to support the heavy double large flowers

•

A superb, popular double-flowering series•

Plant height is approximately 70 cm (28 inches) in summer•

Pelleted form only•

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Mariachi®Eustoma grandiflorum F1Lisianthus

Pelleted

Mariachi® has a quadruple flower that is of proven high quality and fully double for mixed or straight bouquets. Mariachi® is similar to a Camellia in its flower form. The flowering time response is similar to Flamenco.

Group II/ Standard Quadruple Flower•

Flower size is 5-7 cm (2-2 3/4) inches in diameter•

Ideal for winter sowing and summer harvest schedules•

Excellent rose-shaped flower heads, with thick petals for long-lasting shelf life and easy transportation

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Plant height: 80-100 cm (2.5-3.2 ft)•


Misty Pink Pink Pink Picotee Pure White Yellow Improved

Carmine Lavender Lilac Picotee Lime Green Misty BlueBlue



Mariachi® Grande WhiteEustoma grandiflorum F1Lisianthus

Pelleted

Mariachi® is similar to a camellia in its flower form with a quadruple, fully double flower for high quality mixed or straight bouquets. The flowering time response is similar to Flamenco.

Group 3 / Standard Quadruple Flower•

Flower size is 5-7 cm (2-2 3/4 inches) in diameter•

Ideal for late spring sowing and autumn harvest schedules (Group lll)

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Excellent rose-shaped flower heads, with thick petals for long-lasting shelf life and easy transportation

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Plant height: 80-100 cm (2.8-3.2 ft)•

The flower colour, subject to growing temperatures, is ivory white to clear white

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Higher temperatures promote the clear white colour•

An excellent supplement to the Echo series, as this variety produces long, rigid stems for production outside the Echo flowering season

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When sown simultaneously in winter for summer harvests, Mariachi® Grande White will flower approximately 3 to 4 weeks later when compared to Echo

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Available in pellet form only•




Rosita®Eustoma grandiflorum F1Lisianthus

Pelleted

Rosita, together with Excalibur, is the standard in double flowered Lisianthus. Strong flower petals make This series easy to transport cut flowers without botrytis problems. Rosita 1 is suitable for spring flowering.

Group 1 / Spray Double Flower•

Thick flower petals and top flowering cause less botrytis problems

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Cut flowers hold up well in transportation•

Excellent rose-shaped Lisianthus. "A rose without thorns."•

Excellent vase life•

Heavy quality though early flowering•

Group 1 as Echo•


Blue Green

Pink Picotee Rose Pink White

Apricot Blue Green

Rosita® 2Eustoma grandiflorum F1Lisianthus

Pelleted

Rosita, along with Excalibur, is the standard in double flowered Lisianthus. With strong petals it's easy to transport the flowers without Botrytis problems. Rosita 2 and 3 are suitable for spring and early summer flowering.


Thick flower petals and top flowering causes less botrytis problems

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Heavy quality though early flowering•

Group 2 as Mariachi•


Jade Misty Pink Pink

Pink Picotee Purple Rose Pink

Sapphire (Blue) White Yellow

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ExcaliburEustoma grandiflorum F1Lisianthus

Pelleted

Excalibur overcomes recognized problems with Lisianthus such as foliage cracking, easily damaged flower shapes and diseases caused by flowering low on the plant. Excalibur transports extremely well and maintains important features for plug raisers and growers.


Strong stem quality•

Top flowering, lowering the risk for flower botrytis while sleeved•

More usable flower buds•

Good vase life•

Easy-to-grow, and achieves sufficient height•

Advantageous medium sized double flowers•

A real Pure White colour contrasting nicely with dark green and strong foliage

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Flower timing, group II but slightly earlier than Flamenco or Mariachi®

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Quick and uniform plug performance•

Less sensitivity to rosette•


Blue Picotee Green Pure White

Rosita® 3Eustoma grandiflorum F1Lisianthus

Pelleted

Rosita, along with Excalibur, is the standard in double flowered Lisianthus. With strong petals it's easy to transport the flowers and without botrytis problems. Rosita 2 and 3 are suitable for spring and early summer flowering.



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Heavy quality even with early flowering•

Ask your local sales contact for availability.Pink White Yellow

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Piccolo 1Eustoma grandiflorum F1Lisianthus

Pelleted

Group 1 like Polestar but with more delicate flower size. Very sturdy stems.

Group 1 / Spray Single Flower•

Today's market standard in single flowered Lisianthus•

Long vase life•

Best transportable Lisianthus series•

Best botrytis resistance•


FlamencoEustoma grandiflorum F1Lisianthus

Pelleted

Group 2 / Standard Single Flower•

Produces high quality, long-stemmed cut flowers with large blooms

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In comparison to Polestar, Flamenco has stronger and more voluminous stems

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Sown simultaneously in winter for summer harvesting, Flamenco (Group II) will flower approximately three weeks later than Polestar

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Flowers two weeks earlier than Mirage (Group III)•

Flamenco will perform well under warm, long-day conditions•

Blue Rim Supreme

Lime Green Pink Rim Purple White Yellow

Apricot Blue Rim Lime Green Pink Rim Yellow


Piccolo 2Eustoma grandiflorum F1Lisianthus

Pelleted

This is the standaard single flowered Lisianthus on the market. Because of the smaller cup size and hard flower petals, problems with botrytis in transportation are much less problematic. Picollo 2 and 3 are ideal for the summer season or for year round production with artificial light.

Group 2 / Spray Single Flower•

Today's market standard in single flowered Lisianthus•

Long vase life•

Best transportable Lisianthus series•

Best botrytis resistance•

Sturdy stemmed•

Widest colour range•

Group 2 as Flamenco but with more delicate flower size•


Yellow

Deep Blue Deep Rose Lime Green

Pure White Rose Pink




MermaidEustoma grandiflorum F1Lisianthus

Pelleted

Genetically compact single flower strain for pot plant production, requiring little or no plant growth regulation

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Plants are about 15 cm (6 inches) high with flowers measuring about 6 cm (2.5 inches) in diameter

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Natural basal branching habit with flower heads held above compact plants

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Strong rooting system•

Blue Pink

Light Brown Purple

Wonderous 1Eustoma grandiflorum F1Lisianthus

Pelleted

Wonderous has very unique flower colours. The flowers are pollenless and have an excellent vase life.

Group 1 / Standard Single Flowers•


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Totally new series with new colours and unique colour patterns•

Excellent flower quality with long vase life due to flowers being pollenless

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IvoryCream with Spots

Yellow Yellow with Spots

Orange

Rose Scarlet Wine Mix

MysticMimulus x hybrida F1Monkey Flower

Pelleted

The F1 hybrid Mystic series includes both spotted and clear colors. The bright, clear colours are unique among the usually spotted Mimulus flower. Mystic is extra-early, free flowering and compact, making it an ideal pack item. Mystic looks best in hanging baskets.

High germination•

Very early, free flowering variety•

Dwarf, with a highly uniform plant habit•

Responds well to plant growth regulators•


Attractive when used in hanging baskets•

Brazen BrassBrassica junceaOrnamental Red Mustard

Raw

Brazen Brass features large, long and deeply cut (semi-serrated) leaves that are predominantly a striking eggplant purple color with purplish midribs. The underside of the leaf is green. The vibrant color contrast of adds a dramatic touch to flower bed plantings. Plants ultimately reach 60 cm x 60 cm (24 inches x 24 inches.

Brazen Brass is ideal for adding interest to landscapes or in combination with other cool season bedding plants

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It also combines nicely in containers with ornamental cabbage and kale

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The plants are edible and are great for adding zest to salads and other dishes

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CrownViola x wittrockiana F1Pansy

Primax®

Scarlet White Yellow

Azure Blue Golden Orange Purple Rose

Mix

Crown’s crisp clear colors and reliable landscape performance make this a favorite series in many regional markets.• A vigorous and dependable grower• Thick fl ower petals and leaves for strong plants• A trusted and proven series



Orange

Yellow

Cream

Pure White PurpleLight Blue(Azure)

Lavender

Pink Shades

Beacon Blue

Wine FlashScarlet

Blueberry ThrillBlue Jeans

Rose Clear Mix Silhouette Mix

Dynamite®Viola x wittrockiana F1Pansy

Primax&reg', Performax®

Dynamite's clear colors complement Majestic Giants II blotched colors to complete core fall pansy probrams. Plants bloom continuously throughout autumn and winter. NOTE: Bullets have

NEW

Primax®

• Day length neutral• Large blooms with clear colors• Unique colors can be used for larger premium pot programs• Does not require cool temperatures to initiate fl ower buds• Flower power is superior under shorts days• Superior lateral branching fi lls pots and packs fast



Rosalyn

White with Blotch Imp.

Rose with Blotch Imp. 11

Yellow with Blotch

Fire

Red with Blotch

Sherry

Blue & White Marina ShadesDeep Blue with Blotch Imp.

Ocean Purple with Blotch Imp.

Blue Jeans

Girld Friends Mix Mix with Blotch

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PowerViola x wittrockiana F1Pansy

Performax®

Our well-known Majestic Giants II extra-large flowered pansies have long been the preferred choice for fall and spring markets. • Day length neutral• Presents bud and bloom at fi rst fl ush• Color is continuous through entire distribution channel• Superior lateral branching fi lls pots and packs fast• Does not require cold temperature to initiate fl ower buds• Maintains large fl ower size under warm conditions• Strong overwintering • Strong fl ower stems and upright blooms for maximum color• A trusted and proven series

Majestic Giants II



White Yellow

Orange Rose

Scarlet True Blue

Deep Blue PurpleMarina

SupremeViola x wittrockiana F1Pansy


Supreme is a medium to small flowered multiflora with strong clear colors and great flower power. NOTE: Bullets have to be

Primax®

• Outstanding all-season performer that continues to bloom in mild winters• Cold temperature is not required to initiate fl owering



Morpho

Radiance Pink

Radiance LilacRadiance Deep BlueRadiance Blue

Radiance VioletRadiance Red

Purple Lace

UltimaViola x wittrockiana F1Pansy


Ultima is a medium to small flowered multiflora with unique color patterns ideal for display in premium containers and baskets. JANE: do not use bullets from back office. Use these

Primax®

• Best produced for spring markets• Specialty colors with high sell-through• Ultima Morpho is a multiple award winner



Purple & YellowExtra Early Flowering

Red & YellowExtra Early Flowering

Golden YellowExtra Early Flowering

Blue & YellowEarly Flowering

RebelinaViola cornuta pendula F1Viola

Primax®

Ideal for premium baskets and containers for fall and spring sales, Rebelina has many fragrant blooms on spreading plants.• Well-branched, spreading habit with short internodes• Day length neutral for easy scheduling• Extremely fl oriferous and very early to fl ower



Rose

Red

Velvet

Blue Burgundy

Mix

HulahoopPetunia grandiflora F1Petunia

Raw, Pelleted

Hulahoop is an extra early flowering grandiflora series of picotee petunia. All colours have excellent outdoor performance.

Early flowering picotee petunia•

Grandiflora type, large-flowered bicolors, measuring 7.5 cm (3 inches) in diameter

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Highly floriferous with compact habit•

Proven performance over many years in packs and gardens•

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PetuniaThis grandiflora landscape series blooms from spring until first hard frost. Explorer is excellent as a landscape ground cover due to its trailing habit and it performs well in all regions of the country. Thick flower petals are weather tolerant.

Spreading and cascading type of petunia, particularly suitable as a ground cover for landscapers

•

Its spreading and cascading habit can easily cover an area of 90 cm (3 feet)

•

Tremendous flower power•

Early to flower in the spring and continues to flower even under the short days of autumn

•

Flower size is approximately 5-7.5 cm (2-3 inches) in diameter•

Flower petals have a shiny iridescent waxy texture, which repels water

•

Recovers very quickly after a rain storm•

Produces new flowers at axillary nodes, not just the terminal, providing continuous flowering in the centre of the plant

•

Great for hanging baskets•

Salt tolerant, so superb for seaside/coastal plantings•

Explorer Pink and Explorer Purple were winners of two out of six RHS awards of Garden Merit in 2006

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PinkLavender

Purple

Magenta

Rose Rose Pink

Blue White Coral

ExplorerPetunia grandiflora pendula PelletedF1


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Rose MornPink Morn Red MornBlue Morn Morn Mix

MerlinPetunia multiflora F1Petunia

Raw, Pelleted

Merlin was bred to perform in a variety of climatic conditions. This multiflora has 6.5 cm (2.5 inches) diameter flowers with very good rain resistance and weather tolerance. Merlin is free flowering and in plants retain their compact habit during the entire flowering season.

Best rain and storm resistant multiflora series•

Mid-sized flowers in a beautiful colour range•

Easy, uniform and quick in production•

Slow to stretch: allows for high density growing•

Known for excellent greenhouse performance•

Dwarf, compact plant habit retained throughout the flowering season

•


F•

lant height is about 25 cm (10 inches)•

Pink Morn is a 1996 Fleuroselect Quality Award Winner•

Blue Morn is a Fleuroselect Quality Award Winner and an All •

Plant height is about 25 cm (10 inches)

Pink Morn is a 1996 Fleuroselect Quality Award Winner•

Blue Morn is a Fleuroselect Quality Award Winner and an All America Selections Winner

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Semi-Double White

Semi-Double Lavender

Semi-DoubleBlue

Pure WhitePink Imp.Blue

AstraPlatycodon grandiflorusBalloon Flower

Raw

Creative breeding has made this semi-hardy perennial suitable for a production in 9-11 cm (4 inch) pots. Astra produces long-lasting, star-shaped blooms along with many buds. Continuous buds mean Astra has an exceptionally long shelf life. Astra is heat tolerant and production can take place during the course of the summer without problems.

Large eye-catching star-shaped flowers.•

Semi-double or single flowers, measuring 5-7 cm (2-3 inches) in diameter

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The best quality available in dwarf Platycodon•

Thicker flower petals give longer lasting blooms•

Compact uniformity in plant habit with excellent basal-branching•

Continuous flowering throughout the season•

A germination rate of 90%+ giving more usable seedlings•

For best performance in 12-13 cm pots, we advise sowing 3-5 seeds per plug, ensuring a well-branched, well-balanced, sturdy plant

•

Suitable for pot, patio and landscaping•

Astra Blue Semi-Double is a 2000 Fleuroselect Quality Award winner

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Astra Blue is a Society of American Florists (SAF) 2009 Outstanding Variety

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Sentimental BluePlatycodon grandiflorus F1Balloon Flower

Raw

Genetically dwarf•

Excellent for bedding purposes•

Can be sold as a pot crop then planted in the garden•

Pernnial in some areas•

Heavy bud count and early flowering•

Superior basal branching, mounding habit and pointed, cup-shaped multi-blooms in a beautiful mid-blue colour

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WonderlandPapaver nudicaulePoppy

Raw

Wonderland features large flowers on short strong stems. The plants are very hardy and may be used as either an annual and biennial. Colours include Orange, White, Pink Shades and Yellow. Recommended for 10 cm (4 inch) pots for early spring bedding sales.

Large flowers, measuring 10 cm (4 inches) in diameter•

Blooms continuously on short thick stems•

Highly wind and cold resistant•

Suitable as an early spring bedding plant•

Dwarf plant with small leaves•

Excellent pot plant item•

Cool climate plant, grown with a minimum of heat•

Plant is 25 cm (10 inches) high•

Available in separate colors and a colorful mix•xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx


Mix Orange Pink Shades

White Yellow



Cream

SunseekerPortulaca grandiflora F1Portulaca

Multi-Pelleted

Sunseeker is the first compact Portulaca for early spring sales and an improved Portulaca for both growers and gardeners. For growers, Sunseeker features a more controlled plant habit and is ideal for sales in cell packs and 10 cm (4 inch) pots. In addition, Sunseeker flowers early, with 2 inch (5 cm) fully double flowers that stay open until late afternoon.

Excellent pack and garden performance•

Fully double 5 cm (2 inch) flowers•

Blooms under short days•

Flowers remain open under low light conditions•

Well balanced compact habit•

Provides continuous flowering in the center of the plant•


Multipellet available to fill the plugs•

No stretch and upright habit - plants do not stick together•

Light Pink Orange Red White Yellow Single Colour Mix



Mix

Grower’s Select Mix

DanovaPrimula acaulis F1Primrose

Raw

Danova is the market leader for early season sales. This standard setting series is the most uniform series for plant habit, flower size and blooming available. Danova provides a rich assortment of strong colors to choose from.

World market leading series for the early sales slot•

The standard others try to achieve•

Offers the highest percentage of marketable plants•

Extremely uniform in plant habit•

Consistent, large flower size, 5-6 cm (2 - 2.5 inches) in diameter•

Short flowering window•

Largest assortment of pure, bold colours makes it easy to compose highly saleable mixes

•

Superior seed quality for high germination•

Excellent seedling vigor with the greatest number of useable seedlings

•

Colourful pot and bedding plant for patio containers and garden displays

•

Meteor Mix



Rose Lavender Shades Salmon Orange

Copper

Pink Imp.

Rose

Orange Yellow

White

Cream Yellow

Lemon Yellow

Yellow with Eye

Golden Yellow

Rose with White Bicolor

Cherry w/Edge

Light Violet

Purple Red with Yellow EdgeRed & Rose Shades

Scarlet

Wine Red

Velvet Red

Sky Blue

Blue

Lime

Red Red & Yellow(Rhea)

Burgundy (Miranda)

Wine (Titania)

Pink (Elara)

Apple Blossom



Almond Blossom CherryBlueberry Strawberry

DelightPrimula acaulis F1Primrose

Raw

Delight offers unique colours with tremendous consumer appeal and is an excellent complement to the Danova series.

For the early to mid-early sales season•

Eye-catching colour patterns•

Red ring around yellow centre•

An attractive complement to the Danova series•

Consistent, large flower size, 5-6 cm (2-2.5 inches) in diameter•

Same excellent seed quality as Danova•



Yellow

Cream Yellow

White

Apricot

Rose Bicolor Scarlet

Blue PinkNeon Rose

Mix 09

DaniellaPrimula acaulis F1Primrose

Raw

Daniella has the same quality standards as Danova but with later flowering. Daniella is recommended for growers who sell into February and is truly the best mid-season series offered on the market today.

A quality leading series for mid-season to late-season sales•

Targeted to flower 2 weeks after Danova•

Same excellent seed quality as Danova•

Same outstanding uniformity and plant habit as Danova•

Consistent, large flower size, 5-6 cm (2-2.5 inches) in diameter•

Eye-catching colour range•



Yellow Shades

Apricot Bright Pink Bright Rose Shades

Rose Pink Bicolor

Carmine Bicolor

Mid Blue

Red Bicolour

Blue

Lemon Yellow Scarlet White with Yellow Eye

Mix

Deep Carmine Rose

PageantPrimula acaulisPrimrose

Raw, Primax&reg'

Pageant is extra early and bred to flower with minimal cold requirement so is ideal for fall and early winter production in mild/warm climates.

Pageant flowers from October to December•

Flowering season and plant habit are extremely uniform•

Very compact plants with small foliage, making high density cultivation possible

•

Ideal for early sales in packs•

Highly economical and popular for commercial growers•

Extra early flowering habit means substantial savings in heating costs

•

Raw, Primax®



Lilac WhitePink Red Imp.

Mix

Carmine Rose Imp.

NEW

PrimaPrimula malacoides F1Primrose, Fairy

Raw

Prima is a fragrant, uniform series for the gift and pot plant market with showy flowers held well above the foliage.

Market leading F1 hybrid series•

One of the few F1 hybrids offering high uniformity as well as blooming power

•

Highest percentage of marketable plants per m² (ft²) bench space

•

Large, dense and beautifully fragrant flower heads•

Compact, uniform plants•

Tight flowering window across all colours makes handling and shipping easier and more cost-effective

•

RosannaPrimula acaulis F1Primrose

Primax®

A unique product with rose-bud shaped flowers for the gift pot and pot plant market. Rosanna shows well in in 10 cm (4 inch) pots.

Rose-bud flowered series with the highest number of marketable plants

•

Beautiful, large flowers sure to create impulse sales•

Unique eye-catchers for patio plantings and gift plant sales•

Vibrant, attractive colour range•

Apricot Shades Pink Shades Rose Pink Shades

Scarlet Improved White Improved Yellow Shades MixScarlet Improved

Fairy Primrose



White

RedCream

Yellow

Purple BicolorGolden Yellow PinkBlue

Rose Bicolor Mix

Fire

SuperNovaPrimula polyantha F1Primrose

Raw

Good for sales in containers or as a bedding plant, SuperNova provides uniform results and an excellent show of colour. F1 hybrid quality at its best results in vigorous plants with consistent uniformity in the greenhouse, at retail and in the landscape.

Fall flowering for impulse sales in autumn, when potted early•

Spring flowering when potted late and cultivated cold•

Large showy umbels on sturdy multiple stems•

Suitable for both fall and spring, depending on local circumstances

•

High germination and seedling vigor•

Exceptionally uniform across colors in habit and flowering time•

Compact habit for production in both packs and pots•

Earliest series on the market•

Skye Blue



White Shades

Pink Shades

Rose ShadesRed Shades

Purple Shades

Tangerine

Orange Bicolor Imp. Pure YellowGolden Shades

Rose Pink Bicolor

Blue Bicolor

Mix

BloomingdaleRanunculus asiaticus nanus F1

Raw, FilmcoatF1ButtercupBloomingdale is an excellent impulse product for early spring assortments with showy 7-9 cm (3-3.5 inch) flower heads. Ranunculus are cool weather loving plants and will flower in advance of the main bedding plant season. Bloomingdale offers an attractive addition to gardens, patios and containers when colour is in short supply.

Genetically dwarf 20-25 cm (8-10 inch) with short sturdy stems and compact foliage

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Large fully double flowers about 8 cm (3 inch) in diameter on short sturdy stems

•

Broadest, most beautiful colour range•

Minimum germination rate of raw and coated seeds: 80%•

Suitable for pot, patio and landscaping•

Low heat requirement crop suitable for 10+ cm (4+ inch) pot production

•

Semi-hardy - withstands temperatures as low as -5°C (23°F)•



VictoriaRanunculus asiaticus F1Buttercup

The first F1 hybrid Ranunculus series for cut flower production•

Known for reliable productivity•

Produces an abundance of colourful, irrestible blooms•

Popular as an early spring cut flower•xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Orange Shades Scarlet Shades

• Fast growing, fi rst year fl owering• Autumn sown for early spring sales• Adaptable to a very wide range of climates• Hardy plant, capable of withstanding temperatures of down to -5°C (23°F)• Pure white fl owers with yellow centres measuring 6,5 cm (2.5 inch) in diameter• Blooms upright on dwarf compact plants without the use of plant growth regulators• Ideal for 12.5 cm (5 inch) pot plants• A 1988 All-America Selections Winner• Unique breeding and high germination• Highly disease and insect resistant

Snow Lady

Snow LadyLeucanthemum x superbum F1

Performax®F1Shasta Daisy

Raw



Mid CheerfulMatthiola incanaStock

Raw

With this variety, 90% of the plants produce double flowers without seedling selection for a more cost-effective crop

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Produces a profusion of highly scented blooms, measuring approximately 5.5 cm (2 inches) in diameter

•

Flowers 1 to 3 weeks later than Cheerful, depending on cultural conditions

•

For cool locations, we recommend sowing in mid-July for harvesting in mid-October

•

For milder/warmer locations, we recommend sowing in August for November harvesting, or sowing in October for harvesting in January/February (cultural details are based on conditions in the Northern Hemisphere)

•

Easy to cultivate for correct stem length•

High uniformity in plant habit•

Strong stems with non-branching deep green, fresh foliage•

CheerfulMatthiola incanaStock

Raw

90% of the plants produce double flowers without seedling selection for a more cost effective crop

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Produces voluminous highly scented blooms about 5.5 cm (2 inches) across

•

Extra early flowering in cool climate areas•

From June sowing, cut flowers can be harvested in September•

Warmer locations, sow in August for November harvest•

Uniform plant habit•

Strong stems, non-branching with deep green pubescent foliage•

White Yellow

White Yellow

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IronMatthiola incanaStock

Raw

New innovative type of stock•

Very hard and strong stem•

Very tightly spaced florets•

Early-mid season flowering•


VivasMatthiola incanaStock

Raw

Earlier to flower than other series•

Large, showy florets•

Selectable cotyledons•

Pubescent (hairy) leaves for less insect problems•


Apricot Pink Rose White Yellow

Blue Clear Lavender Deep Lavender Light Pink Salmon Pink


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Cherry Blossom

Rose

Apricot Imp.

White Purple

Blue MarineLavender

Also available in:Red

QuartetMatthiola incanaStock

Raw

Strong stems support a beautiful spray of flowers which make Quartet an excellent cut flower. The variety features an early blooming habit, with 55% of the plants being double flowered. Stock Quartet is a retail and consumer hit and ideally suited for bouquets.

Spray type Stock•

Strong stems support gorgeous flower spikes with pubescent leaves

•

Early to bloom approximately 55% double flowering plant ratio without seedling selection

•

Cut flowers can be sold in single bouquets•

Highly decorative filler when used in mixed bouquets•

Highly fragrant•

Requires pinching of the first flower bud to create the spray cut flower style

•

Suitable for a 15 cm (6 inch or gallon) pot sales programm with the use of plant growth regulators

•




Sunbright Supreme

Sunbright SunbeamSunbeam

Sunbright KidsHelianthus annuus nanus F1Sunflower

Raw

F1 Hybrid quality for high uniformity plant habit•

Pollenless for no mess indoor usage and long-lasting shelf-life•

With an attractive up-facing flower angle•

Bred for multiple uses, including indoor pots, containers and bedding plants

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Short growing period from sowing to flowering of 50 to 55 days•

Suitable for multi-planting or sowing in larger containers•

Excellent item for mail order or retail packet business•

For direct sowing into flower beds, multiple branching and flowering with a plant height of 25 cm (10 inches)

•

Ask your local sales contact for availability.xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

PollenlessHelianthus annuus F1Sunflower

Raw

These tall cut flower varieties were bred for early flowering under short day conditions and low temperatures. Therefore they excel in autumn/winter/spring and are very useable when the days are shorter, temperatures are lower and less nitrogen is available. All of Sakata's sunflowers are of uniflora type and pollen free. Sakata's sunflowers bloom more quickly under short day length, approximately 50 days from sowing. Under long days flowers will be produced in approximately 60-80 days. Less susceptible for Botrytis at harvesting stage.

Pollenless•

F1 Hybrid quality•

Bred for production under low nitrogen, low light level and low temperature conditions

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Short growing period•

Suitable for both indoor and outdoor production schemes•

Fast into bloom under short day length conditions•

Best manageable under low temperatures•

Uniform during winter production•

Best resistance for Botrytis•

Sunbright Kids

Raw, Primax®

Raw, Primax®



Little KissTorenia fournieri F1Torenia

Pelleted

Little Kiss grows 20 cm (8 inches) tall and 20 cm (8 inches) wide with a mounding habit. The tight compact foliage resists stretching and makes this a good component plant in mixed containers.

Very easy to produce with a short cropping window•

Naturally compact so does not need PGR•

Good basal branching•

Good pack and pot performances•

Excellent in beds and big containers•

Continuously flowering in full sun or partial shade•xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Blue Blue & White Burgundy Rose Picotee White Mix

Red RobinLycopersicon esculentumOrnamental Tomato

Performax®

An ornamental dwarf tomato bearing small fruit•

Compact growth with a good branching habit•

Suitable for a 12.5 cm/5 inch pot size•

Size of fruit is approximately 3 cm (1 inch)•

Fruits turn bright red approximately 100 days after sowing•

Excellent taste•



PassionTrachelium caeruleumUmbrella Plant

Pelleted

Long common as a commercial cut flower, Passion is a good addition to larger containers and an excellent item for home garden cut flower programs. It is not intended for professional cut flower use.

Attractive product for late spring and early autumn bedding sales

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Large, very decorative umbels•

Heat tolerant•

Compact habit with outstanding basal branching•

Makes an attractive product in a pack or large container•

Wonderful as a centre plant in larger containers•xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Deep Purple Lilac Violet White



Blue Imp.

Light PinkLavender

Bright Eye

Pure White

Carmine CranberryUS 200100123

Apricot

Grape

Purple RedUS 200100122

Light Pink with Red Eye

Deep Pink

Mix

VictoryCatharanthus roseusVincaVictory has an extremely vigorous root system which supports an abundance of large flowers as well as excellent disease resistance. This uniform series produces early flowers on compact plants.

High, uniform germination•

Strong branching root system•

Low and early basal branching•

Early flowering in pot and packs•

Perfectly formed round flowers with overlapping petals•

Strong root system provides good general disease tolerance•

Raw


Coral Pink US 200700128

Orange US 9800013


ProfusionZinnia x hybridaZinnia

Raw, Filmcoat

This compact, disease resistant series is an outstanding performer in the garden and in containers. Profusion is highly heat tolerant, making it an excellent landscape choice for arid regions. It also performs well in both warm and cool conditions, in high humidity and in extreme heat. It produces a flower canopy that continuously self-cleans so has a long shelf life and is low maintenance in the garden.

High uniform germination•

Easy to grow with strong root system and strong basal branching

•

Short production time: 8-10 weeks•

Inter-specific hybrid showing the best possible disease resistance

•

Compact and uniform - highly suitable as pot, bedding and patio plant

•

Disease tolerant under hot weather conditions•

Excellent performance and habit in all climates•

Orange, White and Cherry are All America Selections Gold Medal Winners

•

Cherry is also a Fleuroselect Gold Medal Winner•

Yellow is a 2009 North Texas Winner's Circle Award (Texas A&M University)

•

Mix (7 colors)

White US 9800350

Yellow US 200900297

Sunrise Mix

Cherry US 9800014

Apricot US 200400275

Fire US 200400276

Deep Apricot US 200700129

Mix (5 colors)Mix (3 colors)

Raw, Encrusted



Profusion DoubleZinnia x hybridaZinnia

Raw, Encrusted

Profusion Double has similar characteristics to our well-known Profusion series but with double flowers for even greater colour and impact at retail, in containers and in the garden.

Profusion Double Series is available in four vibrant colours•

Compact, well-branched plants•

Offering a high level of disease tolerance; making cultivation easier for both grower and consumer

•

Less need for PGR than Z. elegans•

Excellent basal branching•

Short cropping window•

Golden US 200800171

Fire US 200800170

Cherry PVPAF

White US 200800172

Mix



Knee-HighZinnia x hybridaZinnia

Raw, Encrusted

Profusion Knee-High

Profusion Knee-High is an exellent choice for mass planting in landscapes. It grows about 50 cm (20 inches)tall* and shows remarkable resilience in both dry and wet climates. *Plant hegiht depends on light levels.

Profusion Knee-High series has a more vigorous vegetative growth than the regular Profusion series

•

Highly tolerant in wet and cool conditions•

Tolerates dry conditions well•

Ideal for home-garden cut flowers•

Profusion Knee-High Red: Best New Variety at Oklahoma State University trials; Texas Winners Circle Award

•

tall* and shows

*Plant height depends on light levels.

White US 200700132

Red US 200700131



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CalipetiteCalibrachoa x hybridaCalibrachoaThese varieties are our most compact, early flowering varieties for use in small pots. The plant habit makes this series easy to grow and transport without damage while providing good shelf life at retail.

Ideal for 3-in-1 plug concepts•

Good for 6-12 cm (2.5-5 inch) pot production and small containers

•

High pH tolerance for summer-long performance•

Perfect for 3 in oneplug concepts•


Colorburst PRO™

Blue USPP15,614

Gold PPAF

Red Improved USPP21,241

Rose US PP15,527

White US PP15,548

Perfect for 3 in one plug concepts



Duet™Portulaca oleraceaPortulacaDuet™ offers the widest range of bi-coloured portulaca available.


Candy Stripe Golden Sunrise US PP14,149

Red on Yellow Rose 'N Yellow Rose Improved US PP16,152

Summer Joy™Portulaca oleraceaPortulacaVery large flowers stay open through mid-day heat.


Orange US PP12,328P2

Pink US PP12,277P2

Scarlet US PP12,244P2

Wine Red US PP12,251P2

Yellow US PP12,256P2





Cape Daisy®Osteospermum x hybridaOsteospermumThe market leading series with the widest range available. Our Cape Daisy™ series features extreme flower power and compact plants. A solid offering with core main colours as well as unique colours and forms to differnetiate your assortment from the mainstream production.

Excellent in 10-20 cm (4-6 inch) pots, baskets and combination planters

•


Antique Blue PPAF

Fire Burst PPAF

Mara US PP20,522

™

Purple PPAF

Terracotta PPAF

Nuanza CopperPurple

US PP18,958

Nasinga™ WhiteNasinga™ Purple

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NEW NEW



NEW

Crescendo™Osteospermum x hybridaOsteospermum

Compact Purple US PP18,981

Dawn Blush US PP20,715

Light Purple Primrose US PP18,980

Yellow US PP15,816

Side Show™Osteospermum x hybridaOsteospermumWell worth higher margins at retail, the exceptional flower power, compact structure and superior heat tolerance of the Side Show™ series means outstanding garden performace all season.

Good in 10 - 20 cm (4 - 6 inch) containers, baksets and combination planters

•



Golden Yellow US PP19,602

Purple US PP16,979

White US PP16,978

Yellow Glow PPAF


Bicolor Pink Improved

Bicolor Purple US PP15,761

Copper Apricot Copper Yellow US PP19,566

Crescendo™ features very large fl owers and bright, vivid colors. This is a vigorous summer osteo for later season sales. Their mounding habit makes them ideal for baskets and containers as well as beds and combinations.• Good for 10 - 20 cm (4 - 8 inch) containers• All colours perform well in cool and warm temperatureAsk you local sales contact for availability.

PPAF

8Good in 10 - 20 cm (4 - 8 inch) containers, baskets and



WhiteUS PP21,068

PinkUS PP21,087

Cascadia DaisyOsteospermum x hybridaOsteospermumCascadia opens up a new market segment for osteos since this series is bred for use in hanging baskets.

First commercial Osteospermum series with a true hanging habit

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Flowers always face out for greater colour impact•

Good heat tolerance 20°C (68°F)•

Ideal for hanging baskets and large combination containers•




Can be grown in a variety of container sizes including 10-15 cm (4-6 inch) pots, baskets, and combos

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Typical crop time is 16-18 weeks, including time in propagation•


Stained Glass Works™

Both of these varieties are part of the Stained Glassworks™ collection of full sun tolerant coleus.Burgundy Wedding Train is a creeping coleus ideal for mixed containers.Emerald & Snow is an upright landscape coleus growing 60 - 90 cm (24 - 36 inches) tall.


Stained Glassworks™ is a trademark of Paul Ecke Ranch.

Burgundy Wedding Train Emerald & Snow

Solenostemon x hybridaColeus

With outstanding results in virtually every fi eld trial, Orange Marmalade is tolerant of high heat and humidity and makes a superb crop for late summer and early fall sales.

Orange MarmaladeCrossandra infundibuliformisFirecracker Flower



White (G/L)US PP19,605

Blush Pink (G/L)US PP19,597

Lilac (G/L)PPAF

Orange (G/L)US PP19,498

Coral (G/L)US PP19,622

Deep Rose (G/L)PPAF

Magenta (G/L)PPAF

SunPatiens® CompactImpatiens x hybrida hortSunPatiens®Sakata's SunPatiens® series brings something truly NEW to the market. A completely new product category that provides outstanding benefits for all levels of the chain including growers, retailers, landscapers and home gardeners. Excellent in 10 cm (4 inch), 12 cm (1 qt.) and 4 liter (1 gallon) containers, perfect for mixed container and basket production, with outstanding performance in gardens and landscapes. With shorter internodes and excellent branching, the Compact Series does not need pinching and shows well at retail. Society of American Florist's (SAF) 2008 Oustanding New Variety.

Roots in 2 weeks•

Direct stick in up to 13 cm (5 inch) container•

Reduced crop time using less energy, yielding more turns•

Finish cool with petunias and geraniums saving energy and costs

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Thrives in full sun and has excellent garden vigour•

Three season performance - spring through hard frost•

For more information regarding distribution, please visit www.SunPatiens.com




Salmon (V/L)US PP19,500

White (V/L)PPAF

Corona (G/L)US PP21,014

SunPatiens® SpreadingImpatiens x hybrida hortSunPatiensSpreading SunPatiens® are ideal for baskets, containers and in the landscape where a mounding habit is needed.

Roots in 2 weeks•

Direct stick in up to 13 cm (5 inch)container•



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White Imp. (G/L)US PP19,616

Coral (V/L)US PP19,593

RedUS PP 17,708

Magenta (G/L)US PP17,662

Lavender (G/L)US PP19,501

Orange (G/L)US PP17,663

Pink (G/L)PPAF

SunPatiens® VigorousImpatiens x hybrida hortSunPatiensVigorous SunPatiens® are ideal in large landscapes and municpal plantings.

Roots in 2 weeks•

Direct stick in up to 13 cm (5 inch)container•



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LuckyOxalis sp.CloverLucky’s deep purple foliage and bright yellow fl owers add contrast to mixed containers or stand alone as a striking specimen plant. This sterile ornamental clover thirves in warm temperatures and works well for summer sales.• Mounded to trailing habit • Lucky is sterile so is non-invasive • Can be grown in 10-20 cm (4-8 inch) pots, baskets or larger containers • Typical crop timing is 9-17 weeks (including time in propagation)

Supertunia®Petunia hybridaPetunia

Striking tones and colours•

Outstanding performers in containers, hanging baskets or beds•

Extremely free flowering with blooms over the whole plant•

Very good weather tolerance over a wide climate range•

Continuous blooming through the season•

Daylength neutral, able to flower under short day conditions•

Supertunia® is a registered trademark of Proven Winners, LLC.•

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Cotton Candy US PP18,698

Raspberry Blast US PP16,588P2

Royal Magenta US PP14,037P3

Royal Velvet US PP13,887

White US PP13,862




SuperCal®Petchoa hybridsSuperCal®Known for unique colours and large flowers, SuperCal® is an ideal combination of Petunia and Calibrachoa traits; it is pH tolerant, day-length neutral and can be grown cool. The foliage is not sticky, so flowers drop easily from the plant as they age and plants hold up well in all kinds of weather. SuperCal® is ideal in baskets or containers and, because of its cold tolerance, can be used to extend early and late season sales in addiition to core spring programs.

Sturdy flower petals with excellent weather tolerance for outstanding garden performance

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Large flowers with unique colours•

Day length neutral•

Finish cool to produce high quality compact plants•

Growing cool 10-13ºC (50-55ºF) saves energy•

More tolerant of high pH, so less prone to iron deficiency and chlorosis

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Ideal for baskets and containers•

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Welcome 3Award Winners 4-5Product Forms 6

AAdmiral 11AGERATUM 8All Around 41Ambassador 14ANEMONE 7ANTIRRHINUM 8ASTER 12Astra 65Avanti 39

BBEGONIA 14BELLIS 19Blue Horizon 8Bloomingdale 75Bonita 12Borealis 47Brazen Brass 55BRASSICA 20Brocade 38Burgundy Wedding Train 93

CCabbage (Ornamental) 20CALCEOLARIA 21CALENDULA 22CALIBRACHOA 88Calima 12CALLISTEPHUS 12Calypso 22CAMPANULA 23Can Can 25Candle 32Cape Daisy™ 90Cascadia Daisy 92CAPSICUM 24CARNATION 25Carnival 45

CATHARANTHUS 84CELOSIA 26Century 27Champion 23Champion Pro 23Cheerful 77Chief 26CINERARIA 29CLARKIA 40COLEUS (Seed) 30COLEUS (Vegetative) 93COLORBURST PRO™ 88Confetti Compact 44Confetti XL 44Crescendo™ 91CROSSANDRA 93Crown 56

DDainty 22Daniella 71Danova 68Delight 70Delphinium 32Diamond 33DIANTHUS 25, 32Disco Belle 43Duet™ 89Durora 38Dynamite 57

EEcho 47Emerald & Snow 93Emperor 16ENGLISH DAISY 19EUSTOMA 47Excalibur 51Explorer 63

FFairway 30Festival 34

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INDEXFestival Mini 37Festival Semi-Double 36Festival Spider 36Fire 74Flamenco 52Floral Carpet 8Floral Showers 9Fortune 18

GGalaxy 19Garden Bride 42GERBERA 34GLOXINIA 38Gnome 41GODETIA 40Golden Bunch 21GOMPHRENA 41Grace 40GYPSOPHILA 42Gypsy 42

HHarmony 7HELIANTHUS 80Heavenly Blue 24HIBISCUS 43Hot Purple 24Hulahoop 62HYPOESTES 44

IIMPATIENS (Seed) 45IMPATIENS (Vegetative) 94Inferno 17IPOMEA 46Iron 78

KKALE (ORNAMENTAL) 20Kameleo 37Kawara 32Kimono 28

LLEUCANTHEMUM 76Lillipot 25LISIANTHUS 47Little Kiss 81Lucky 97LYCOPERSICUM 81

MMajestic Giants II 58

Mariachi® 48

Mariachi® Grande White 49MATTHIOLA 77Matsumoto 13Merlin 64Mermaid 54Mid Cheerful 77MIMULUS 55Mini Bar Rose 46MultiBells 39MUSTARD (ORNAMENTAL) 55Mystic 55

NNagoya 20

OOrange Marmelade 93Osaka 20OSTEOSPERMUM 90Oxalis 97

PPageant 72PANSY 56Papaver 66Passion 82PEPPER (ORNAMENTAL) 24PERICALLIS 29PETCHOA 98PETUNIA (Seed) 62PETUNIA (Vegetative) 97


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PETUNIA (Vegetative) 97Piccolo I 52Piccolo 2 53PLATYCODON 65POLLENLESS 80POPPY 66PORTULACA (Seed) 67PORTULACA (Vegetative) 89President Mix 14Prestige Scarlet 26Prima 73PRIMULA 68Profusion 84Profusion Double 85Profusion Knee-high 86

QQuartet 79Queen 15

RRANUNCULUS 75Red Robin 81Rebelina 61Rosanna 73Rosita® 1 50Rosita® 2 50Rosita® 3 51

SSatellite 29Satin 40Senator 15Sentimental Blue 66Serenade 13SHASTA DAISY 76Side Show™ 92SINNINGIA 38SNAPDRAGON 9Snow Lady 76SOLENOSTEMON (Seed) 30SOLENOSTEMON (Vegetative) 93Sonnet 10

Southern Belle 43Speedy Sonnet 11Stained Glass Works™ 93Star Wars 29STOCK 77Summer Joy™ 89Sun Smile 46Sunbright 80Sunbright Kids 80SUNFLOWER 80SunPatiens® Compact 94SunPatiens® Spreading 95SunPatiens® Vigorous 96Sunseeker 67SuperCal® 98Supertunia® 97Superfine Rainbow 31SuperNova 74Supreme 59

TTokyo 21TOMATO 81TORENIA 81TRACHELIUM 82Treasures Red 24

UUltima 60

VVictoria 76Victory 83VINCA 83VIOLA 56, 61Vivas 78

WWonderland 66Wonderous 1 54

ZZINNIA 84

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