Two Zinnias Among Four Fleuroselect Gold Medal Winners
January 4, 2021 Fleuroselect recently presented its 2022 Gold Medal winners. Each one of these breeding breakthroughs obtained an outstanding score on innovation, beauty and garden performance, convincing judges to award the coveted Gold Medal.
Helianthus Annuus ‘Gummy Bear’ (H.M.Clause)
Helianthus annuus ‘Gummy Bear’ (HM.Clause)
‘Gummy Bear’ features gorgeous lemon yellow, double flowers that contrast beautifully with the lush green foliage. The plants are well-shaped, uniform, and can reach a height of approximately 51/2 feet. Suited for both the professional and hobby gardening market, this newcomer offers many possibilities for middle-sized or large garden beds. ‘Gummy Bear’ is also ideal for landscaping, as it adds color and height to green spaces and provides a dynamic environment.
Myosotitis alpestris ‘Bellamy Blue’ (Floragran)
Myosotis alpestris ‘Bellamy Blue’ (Floragran)
Myosotis ‘Bellamy Blue’ has a darker blue that expands the color palette of the early spring range. Bellamy Blue does not require vernalization, and is therefore suited for a longer season. Growers will love this innovation, as its cultivation fits in perfectly in any existing Myosotis scheme. Retailers will welcome the spectacular darker blue color at moment of sale. Finally, consumers will adore these cute, petite, darker blue flowers that announce the arrival of spring.
Zinnia hybrida ‘Belize Double Scarlet’ (American Takii)
Zinnia hybrida ‘Belize Double Scarlet’ (American Takii)
Optimal pot and garden performance. That is what Takii has been aiming for with this brand new Belize Zinnia series. As Belize branches more strongly from the lower node than from the upper one, the plants do not grow upright and keep a dome-like shape. Featuring a truly compact plant habit, this zinnia offers many commercial possibilities, with eye-catching double, scarlet red flowers.
Zinnia Hybida ‘Profusion Red Yellow Bicolor’ (Sakata Ornamentals)
Zinnia x hybrida ‘Profusion Red Yellow Bicolor’ (Sakata Ornamentals)
This winner combines the strong performance of the series with an innovative color combination of yellow and red. As the blooms age, the hues transform into attractive shades of rosy red, pink, and apricot, offering an unequalled color display on one plant. Growers will see their turnover increase thanks to this Zinnia’s short production time and strong disease tolerance. Retailers will appreciate this maintenance-free annual with long shelf-life for bench displays. Profusion Red Yellow Bicolor is easy to maintain in the garden and convinces consumers with an incredible performance all season long.
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