New Begonias, Herbs, and More From Benary and Syngenta Flowers at CAST 2023

By Julie Hullett | Robin Siktberg|April 5, 2023

Begonias are hot, as was evidenced by new introductions from a number of breeders at California Spring Trials. Check out the slideshow above to see what we found from Benary and Syngenta Flowers. You can also find new herb offerings and more!

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Viola Delta Pro Series (Syngenta Flowers)

Syngenta Flowers introduced the Viola Delta Pro Series at CAST. There are 16 colors in the series, including Neon Violet, Clear Light Blue, Clear Orange, and more. This floriferous series has an early, tight flowering period.
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Begonia Limitless Series (Syngenta Flowers)

The Limitless Series is a new introduction for 2024 from Syngenta Flowers. The flowers, which are 10% larger than other begonias in this class, sit well on the foliage. The plants are robust and flower one week earlier than other begonias. The Limitless Series is easier to grow with compact plants, reducing fewer plant growth regulator applications. Colors include Lemon, Cream Shades, Sorbet, Sunrise, Dark Rose, and more.
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Season Me Herb Fusions (Benary)

Benary is finding a new way to present its herb collection. At CAST, the company displayed Season Me Fusions, a collection of 10 herb mixes. These containers are ideal for gift-giving occasions. The herbs grow well together and are mixed with complementary flavors. For example, some of the herb mixes are intended for grilling or an Italian meal. There is information on the tag about how to use the herbs in meals. Benary also plans to include a QR code on each tag that will link to a recipe using the herbs in the mix.
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Plectranthus (Coleus) Talavera Series (Syngenta Flowers)

Syngenta introduced the Talavera Series at CAST, the first coleus offering from the company. This vegetative series has six colors, including Sienna, Burgundy Lime, Pink Tricolor, Chocolate Velveteen, Chocolate Mint, and Moondust.
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Mix It Up Container Combo Collection (Benary)

Benary is making it simple for busy growers this year by creating their first seed and vegetative combination recipes. Thirty-six blooming mixes plus 10 Season Me! herb combos provide endless options for next season without growers having to spend time figuring out what plants work well together.
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Bidens 'Brazen Glowing Sky' (Syngenta Flowers)

Once you see the flower, you know how it got its name. Syngenta Flowers added this striking orange beauty to this heat-tolerant, pollinator-friendly Bidens collection of both vigorous and compact varieties. At 8 to 12 inches tall, ‘Glowing Sky’ fits into the compact category.
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Begonia 'Nonstop Joy Peaches & Dreams' (Benary)

A beautiful new addition to the Nonstop Joy series from Benary, ‘Peaches & Dreams’ will fit right into premium patio pots and baskets. The whole series features extra-large, double flowers, strong branching, and season-long color.