Three ornamental varieties are amogst the new plant varieties, winners of the rigorous standards of the All-American Awards. Giallardia aristata ‘Arison Sun’ was bred by Ernst Benary Seed growers. It is compact reaching only 20-25cm. It performs well in the first year grown from seed and may overwinter depending on the climate. F1 Hybrid Zinna ‘Magellan Coral’ is from Goldsmith Seeds. The variety has a bright red flower colour, it is early flowering and consistent. Flowers 6-9 weeks from sowing. Mature plants reach 35-40cm. Vinca ‘First Kiss Blueberry’ bred by Kirin Brewery, Japan, is the first blue flowered variety. Heat and drought tolerant, matrure plants reach about 25cm and spread 45cm. Resist warm temperatures and high light conditions. For further information: www.all-americanselections.org |
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