EHR 101 - 2023 Annual Report

Welcome to the latest edition of our annual report on new plant varieties, now known as EHR 101.

This year, we have revamped the name to reflect the exciting changes with our publication. Formerly known as the EHR CAST Report and EHR New Varieties Lookbook, we have crafted the name “EHR 101” to symbolize our journey of new plant varieties that begins on the coastal 101 and crosses the nation to every plant trial along the way.

As our exploration begins anew on the California coast, our journey doesn’t stop there. We will continue traveling across the United States to various regional plant trials, and we are excited to share an update at the end of the summer, complete with additional photos and notes from our observations.

In this year’s report, you will find a remarkable assortment of new varieties deubuted at CAST 2023, but we’ve also since visited the Costa Farms and Metrolina trials to include additional notes and photos. While the number of new plants in our report may not be as vast as in year’s past, we know the ones that are featured are worth a look. We’ll also be considering additional varieties to include in our end-of-summer update to our report. We know that not every plant looks great in each corner of every state, and hopefully our addendum will help you decide what works best for you and your program.

As you embark on your summer trial tours or begin planning for the upcoming production year, we sincerely hope that this report serves as a valuable tool. EHR 101 is designed by our staff and expert sales reps to assist you in navigating the everevolving world of new plant varieties, helping you make informed decisions and discover the perfect additions for gardens and landscapes that will flourish in the years to come.

Thank you for joining us on this journey, enjoy!

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Angelonia

Alonia™ Big Cherry 01.

DANZIGER | Introducing Angelonia Alonia™ Big Cherry, a vibrant addition to the Big series. Its cherry-red blooms bring a pop of color that complements the ball flora archangel cheery red. This early-flowering plant excels in heat tolerance and can be grown in small pots or garden beds. At 14 inches tall and 12 inches wide, it offers versatility in planting. Enjoy its abundant blooms from spring to summer. While most plants were on the small side at the Metrolina trials, Big Cherry showed off a nice habit with vibrant blooms despite the North Carolina heat setting in.

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Asparagus

FuzzyFern™ Frizz 02.

PANAMERICAN SEED | This asparagus fern addresses the demand for d. ‘Sprengeri’ by providing a more reliable supply of higher-quality seeds with improved germination rates. It offers a delightful texture that adds a playful touch to mixed containers, hanging baskets, and indoor planters.

With a shorter plug crop time of 7 to 9 weeks and a transplant-to-finish period of 14 to 16 weeks, it is a versatile option for growers. FuzzyFern Frizz can handle both sun and shade, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.

Begonia

Dragon Wing® SERIES ADDITIONS 03.

Dragon Wing® RED Bronze Leaf

Dragon Wing® Pink Bronze Leaf

PANAMERICAN SEED | Two intros expand this fanfavorite series with warm bronze leaf foliage! With its unique arching, pendulous habit, it adds a spectacular touch to hanging baskets, large containers, and commercial landscapes; often outperforming vegetative varieties in terms of branching, vigor, and flower power. Both varieties stand out with their bright blooms against the bronze foliage, both also fitting the collection for habit and timing.

Both varieties showcased BEAUTIFUL bronze foliage in the beds at the Metrolina trials!

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Begonia

I’Conia® series additions 04.

DUMMEN ORANGE | The I’Conia line continues to be a leading example with its vibrant colors that beautifully contrast against the dark, clean foliage.

These begonias thrive in both sun and shade, showcasing double flowers and excellent branching. The collection has expanded with the addition of First Kiss Saffron, which features semi-double flowers and an upright habit as well as another ‘peachy’ addition, La Luna. Another standout intro is Portofino Dark Orange, a mounded begonia with double flowers and striking chocolate foliage. It was an absolute showstopper at CAST, leaving a lasting impression on all who saw it.

I’Conia® First Kiss Safron

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I’Conia® La Luna

Begonia

Stonehedge Series 07.

METROLINA trials, shade

BENARY | A new series from Benary known for its very early flowering, extraordinary branching, and bronze leaves. These begonias have a round plant habit and offer faster bloom times, flowering two weeks earlier than the popular BIG begonia. They maintain their dark leaf color even in the sun and create a captivating presence in outdoor spaces.

The Stonehedge Series is at least 1 foot taller than the Whopper begonia, saving growers one week in production time. With a quick 6-week transition from plant to flower, it’s an ideal choice for highvolume production. Retailers will find it exciting, and its larger-than-life size has generated buzz in the industry.

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Begonia

Nonstop® Joy Peaches & Dreams 05.

BENARY | This begonia starts with peach-colored blooms that gradually transition to pink, offering a captivating display of changing hues. With its extralarge double flowers, it brings a burst of color and charm to any setting. Nonstop Joy Peaches & Dreams is a multi-purpose begonia that thrives in pots and hanging baskets. One of the notable qualities of Nonstop® Joy varieties are the excellent branching for continuous flowering all season, even finishing 5-7 days earlier than other varieties in the Nonstop® series.

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Shadow King® Series Additions 06.

GREEN FUSE BOTANICALS | Introducing the exciting additions to the Begonia Shadow King® series! The Shadow King Love begonias combine the captivating Rex habit with a more compact growth form. With their unique combination of compact size and eye-catching colors, the Shadow King Love begonias offer a versatile option for both indoor and outdoor settings. The series will see five new additions: Burgundy Love, Lemon Love, Lime Love, Turtle Love and Vintage Love.

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Calibrachoa

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Calitastic® Cappucino WESTHOFF FLOWERS | This variety features large flowers with toasty warm tones red-orange, beautifully stamped with a yellow star. Not only does Calibrachoa Calitastic® Cappuccino offer stunning blooms, but it also boasts a super tidy habit. Its compact and well-behaved growth creates a clean and polished look in the pot. Diverse in seasonal appeal, you could expand and elevate your spring or late summer program with this intro.

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Calico

WESTHOFF FLOWERS | This variety is exceptionally compact and showcases variegated foliage, adding an interesting visual element to any setting. While it may not make a big splash in production or within the industry, its individuality makes it hard to resist including in our list. It could be an excellent blooming option for miniature garden plantings, capturing the attention of customers seeking something distinctive and special.

MiniFamous® Neo Red Hawaii SELECTA ONE | This medium vigor, semi-trailing cali showcases a uniform habit and large, single and double blooms. What makes it truly stand out are the double bicolor flowers, featuring a striking red color with a bright yellow star. With its semi-trailing habit, it looks stunning in hanging baskets, providing a cheery contrast that catches the eye; the display at CAST 2023 was no exception.

Calibrachoa Calico

Calibrachoa MiniFamous® Neo Red Hawaii

Calibrachoa

MiniFamous® Uno Pink Radiance 11.

SELECTA ONE | The MiniFamous® series gained another addition and a second look from us CAST with Uno Pink Radiance. This bicolor bloomer color-shifts from pink-rose to yellow!

Selecta notes that it is uniform in timing and habit and is early to finish. The plant was just so dense with blooms at Spring Trials!

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Calibrachoa

Superbells® Double Vintage Coral™ 12.

PROVEN WINNERS | A truly unique selection that showcases fully double, vermillion and gold bicolor blooms! These petite flowers appear prolifically on well-branched, mounded plants from spring to fall. The striking vermillion or crimson red petals with bright gold picotee edges create a captivating display. This variety pairs well with royal purple, blue, and gold, making it ideal for summer and fall combinations. Use it as a filler in containers, hanging baskets, window boxes, and monocultures.

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Calibrachoa

Superbells® Double Redstone™ 13.

PROVEN WINNERS | This fully double-flowered calibrachoa showcases deep reds and purples, along with golds or creamy white tones, together creating a captivating display. With vintage aesthetics trending among consumers, this antique amber-orange veined calibrachoa with fully double flowers is sure to capture their attention. Outdoor growing environment draws out purple tones in the flowers.

It was a standout performer in PW’s Florida trials for its robust habit and seasonlong performance, ranking as the top Superbells and one of the best plants overall in the entire trial.

Catharanthus

Soiree® Flamenco Salsa Red Photo courtesy of Proven Winners - www.provenwinners.com

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SUNTORY FLOWERS | Salsa Red, a stunning deep maroon with a lighter terracotta edge, joins the dance in Suntory’s Soiree Flamenco series, adding an element of elegance and drama to your summer programs. Unlike other vinca varieties, Soiree® Flamenco maintains a compact habit without any leggy branches, ensuring a neat and tidy appearance. Crop timing from rooted liners is approximately 6 to 8 weeks when using 1 plant per pot in 6-inch containers. These plants really are summer superstars and we were happy to see this unique addition to the lineup!

Not all newbies from cast make the top list, but here are a few intros we are still looking forward to!

Look how this performed in a basket at the metrolina trials!

Pelargonium Big EEZE Pink batik

bEGONIA Adora™SERIES

COSTA trials (Mini Potted) Cucumber Quick Snack

Canna South Pacific Yellow

Viola Delta™ Pro series

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bracteantha granvia® white

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calibrachoa lia™ spark pink

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Coleus

Down Town Series

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DUMMEN ORANGE | Introducing a collection of compact coleus plants from Dummen Orange.

Across the series, you’ll find serrated leaves that add texture and interest and all varieties thrive in full sun or shade. The entire series offers great foliage and compact growth, but also the ability to size up nicely. Their compact-medium vigor allows for easy finishing in quarts and gallons. Among the series, Santa Monica is a top pick. The Down Town Series offers great foliage, compact growth, and multitoned leaves that bring a bold look to small spaces.

Choose from seven varieties: Columbus, NYC Nights, Santa Monica, Miami Magic, Vegas Neon, Greenville, and Le Freak.

Coleus

Talavera™ Series 16.

SYNGENTA FLOWERS | A brand new line for Syngenta, a stunning collection of colorful foliage plants suitable for both sun and shade. These coleus are specially bred to maintain their vibrant colors and foliage patterns in all light conditions. We hear they will not exhibit as much fade as competing series, so this is something to keep an eye on at summer trials! With late flowering selections, you can enjoy tidy and non-bolting plants started from consistent, high-quality cuttings for a healthy and vigorous plant. Series colors: Burgundy Lime, Chocolate Mint, Chocolate Veleveteen, Moondust, Tricolor Pink, Sienna. Burgundy Lime and Sienna are a little more compact, where as Chocolate Mint and Chocolate Velvet are later to flower. Sienna and Moondust were EHR favorites at CAST!

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Premium Sun Coral Candy 17.

PANAMERICAN SEED | Crossing our radar at CAST this season, we were captivated by the unique leaf shape and pattern. This versatile coleus can tolerate full sun in regions with high humidity (Zones 9 and 10), though it may scorch in low humidity. It also thrives in shade. The thin, serrated leaves bring a fresh look, with a coral-pink center blending into green foliage. The range of foliage colours displayed can differ depending on environmental conditions.

Recognized as an All-America Selections Winner, Premium Sun Coral Candy can fill a 14-16” container with just 3 seeds!

PISMO BEACH: A TRADITION OF FRIENDSHIP, GOOD FOOD, AND PLANT DISCUSSIONS As part of our California Spring Trials journey, we often make a special stop in the coastal town of Pismo Beach. This quaint oasis has become a cherished tradition for the EHR team, serving as a gathering place for not only refueling, but also fostering friendship and camaraderie. There’s something pretty special about sharing a

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table, surrounded by the beauty of the ocean, reflecting on the day’s discoveries.

During these coastal pit stops, we take advantage of the downtime to unwind from the bustling greenhouses and soak up the California sun. While fun is to be had, it also the stage for plenty of discussions about what we encountered so far in our travels. We dive into industry insights, exploring how the evolving landscape will shape the seasons to come. It is here that we recharge, refocus, and reaffirm our commitment to delivering this report on to our valued customers and plant pals!

So, as you peruse this report and embark on your own horticultural journey, we invite you to savor the spirit of Pismo Beach with us—a place where good food, great company, and good ol’ plant talk intertwine to create lasting memories.

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New Varieties

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Dahlia

Revelation Series 18.

DUMMEN ORANGE | Introducing the Dahlia Revelation Series, the replacement for the Mystic series and a brand new lineup! These dahlias offer matching timing and habit, while being slightly less vigorous than their predecessor. With five stunning colors, dark foliage, and strong branching, they produce large flowers that make a bold statement, as we saw on display at CAST. The Revelation Series is also mildew resistant. Each 10” pot can accommodate three plants. Among the colors, Salmon Bicolor and Yellow stand out as favorite. Yellow showcases darker foliage compared to the others. For anyone seeking a dahlia that rivals the performance of Mystic Illusion will find the Revelation Series to be a promising choice.

Its well-matched timing and vigor make it a delightful solution. Available colors include Pink, Red, Yellow, Soft Orange, and Salmon Bicolor.

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Cuphea

Cubano™ Presidente 19.

DANZIGER | Like its series companions that debuted last year, Presidente THRIVES in the heat! It blooms in the spring and continues to flower throughout the summer, making it a season-long ‘bestie’ to hummingbirds. Well-suited for hot climates, it demonstrated an excellent performance in California even in the early spring. With short internodes, we expect an overall better plant habit. We’ll keep an eye on this variety, as it may be a quality alternative to other popular cultivars in the industry.

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Dahlia

Labella® Maggiore red ruffle 20.

BEEKENKAMP | While Beekenkamp showed off a display of bold, vibrant colors at CAST, it was Red Ruffle of the Maggiore dahlias that really took the spotlight. A hot red-orange dahlia that demanded as much attention from the floriferous blooms as it did the large plant habit. Ideal for 8-10” pots, you can expect a sturdy, upright habit with solid stems that make this plant excellent in garden performance.

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Hypoestes

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Lotty Dotty Series WESTHOFF FLOWERS | Westhoff recognized the need for more shade options for the homeowner, particularly in the realm of foliage, meet the Lotty Dotty series. This line of vegetative hypoestes showcases twice the vigor as seed types and is selected not to flower. These upright plants exhibit an array of bright colors and consistent performance and uniformity to allow for easy mixing. They are the perfect choice for creating exquisite part-sun combination planters! While they fit for 4” production, their true beauty shines when paired with other plants in combos.

SunPatiens® Compact Red Candy SAKATA | Much like our enthusiasm over last year’s Purple Candy, our interest is matched for the melty bicolor pattern of the Red Candy. Compact Red Candy combines a rose-colored base with a vibrant red star pattern. The dark, glossy leaves create a striking contrast with the eye-catching flowers. This variety offers excellent garden performance, thriving in various conditions. This will replace the previously introduced Pink Candy.

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Combo planter with Asparagus FuzzyFern™ Frizz

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Begonia Hula™ Red and White Mixture

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Confetti Garden® Hawaiian Kaihalulu Proven Winners Recipe of the Year - Sunshine State

Impatiens Beacon®

Today, many breeding companies and young plant producers are offering an impressive array of combos and mixes. The products they produce are not only better, prettier, and easier to finish, but also boast exceptional uniformity for the grower and end user alike.

Thanks to remarkable advancements in plant breeding, the components within these combos are now better matched than ever before.

Each plant complements and enhances the beauty of its companions, resulting in stunning displays that captivate the eyes and fill spaces with harmonious colors, textures, and forms.

In response to this growing demand and competition, breeders and producers are investing substantial time and effort into trialing their mixes, often spanning multiple years before adding them to their program. This rigorous testing ensures that only the most exceptional combinations make their way into the hands of avid gardeners and landscapers.

® Pearl Island Mixture

The recent CAST event was a treasure trove of new combos offered by breeders, with suggested planters gracing almost every stop along our journey.

Here are just a few of the combinations that caught our eye...

2024 Combinations

Breeder

Begonia Hula™ Red and White Mixture

PanAmerican Seed

Confetti Garden® Hawaiian Kaihalulu

Dummen Orange

Durabella™ Strawberry Taffy™

Danziger

Impatiens Beacon® Pearl Island Mixture

PanAmerican Seed

Impatiens SunPatiens® Compact Pink Beryl Mix

Benary

Pelargonium Calliope® Mixes

Syngenta

Petunia E3 Easy Wave® Sweet Taffy Mixture

PanAmerican Seed

Proven Winners Recipe of the Year Sunshine State

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Durabella™ Strawberry Taffy™

E3 Easy Wave® Sweet Taffy Mixture

Pelargonium Calliope® Mixes

SunPatiens® Compact Pink Beryl Mix

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Petchoa

CALIBURST YELLOW 23.

PANAMERICAN SEED | The first petchoa from seed! We are very excited to see this variety take over the trials this summer, and as we expect, also future gardens and patios. With the vibrant colours from calibrachoas, the cold-durable production and short daylength requirements of Wave petunias, and the ease of seed, it’s the perfect formula for excellent Spring and Summer sales! Caliburst performs like a vegetative variety, with the flexibility of seed. With its controlled, manageable habit, it’s the coolest for combos and containers. At CAST, the yellow flower was vibrant with a tidy habit in pots, baskets, and combos alike. Add your bookmark now, this is one to add to your lineup.

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Ipomea

Mandevilla

Sweet Georgia® Heart Chestnut

SunParasol® Giant Peach Sunrise 25.

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GREEN FUSE BOTANICALS | This was perhaps the most unique vine or spiller that we saw at CAST 2023. The series was developed for uniformity among the series, all relatively compact with the exception of Green Splash. This newest introduction has foliage that opens as a chartreuse then maturing to a bronze. The internodes are tight so it will make for a perfect addition to combo planters.

SUNTORY FLOWERS | We all have come to know and love the SunParasol Giant series as the perfect choice for trellises and climbing structures. Joining the series, Giant Peach Sunrise boasts the biggest flowers in the series with the shared trait of a vigorous growth habit. It is an early bloomer compared to other Giants. You can expect the same superb disease resistance and hot weather performance. This variety is a great addition to the classic mandevilla series, offering faster crop time and the potential for darker flower colors in cooler temperatures, creating a stunning bicolor effect.

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Tumbelina® Series Additions 26.

COHEN/KERLEY | Introducing our favorite additions to the Tumbelina® series: Matilda and Scarlett Ripple. Bred by Kerley in the UK and exclusively produced by Cohen Propagation, these double trailing petunias offer exceptional pot performance and are known for their weather resistance. Scarlett Ripple stands out with eye-catching red-white bicolor blooms with a slightly more compact habit. Matilda, showcases a beautiful soft yellow hue with a compact trailing habit.

FUN IN THE SUN AT SANTA MONICA PIER As our California Spring Trials journey neared its end, we made our final stop at the iconic Santa Monica Pier. This lively destination became our playground for the day, as we immersed ourselves in the excitement of boardwalk games, delicious seafood, and the awe-inspiring beauty of the Californian ocean. We enthusiastically took on the challenge of shooting hoops, testing our aim

by tossing rings on bottles, and embracing the competitive spirit of every boardwalk game we came upon.

With sales representatives hailing from different corners of the country, including Missouri, Texas, Ohio, New York, Colorado, and Wisconsin, this was a unique opportunity for our team to come together one last time before resorting to Zoom meetings and emails for staying in touch and up-todate on our CAST findings.

Cheers to another unforgettable adventure down the Cali coast!

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Petunia

Amazonas™ Plum Cockatoo 27.

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DANZIGER | This introduction had a center stage at CAST, although it would have attracted us from the darkest corner… it is BRIGHT! Orange Lava joins the Lascar series, with a habit that is slightly less vigorous than other Lascar varieties but still early to flower like its companions. The hot orange-red color is so intense, a truly unique color addition! This would be excellent in the landscape, combinations, and hanging baskets.

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Cascadias™ Arizona Sky 28.

DANZIGER | This new petunia variety boasts a truly cool and captivating color, guaranteed to make a “hot red” impression!

Cascadias™ Arizona Sky features large bicolor flowers of hot orange and red-magenta that cover the entire plant. It has been specifically bred to gracefully cascade over the sides of containers, making it a fantastic choice for premium baskets and combinations. With its early blooming time, it is suitable for any market, ensuring that its stunning display of colors will be enjoyed by all.

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Crazytunia® Series Additions 29.

WESTHOFF FLOWERS | Westhoff is widely known for their Crazytunia varieties, with one variety more ‘fun’ than the next! This year they debut 3 new varieties, with a future focus on making improvements to classic colors and favorites. The focus will continue to be mounding-upright habits, early flowering, and large blooms for an “easier to grow and earlier to show” petunia. Our favorites introduced this year are Gingersnap and Cosmic Violet. Cosmic Violet is a mutation of Black Mamba which results in a really deep, gorgeous violet color and also pairs it well with other mutations Cosmic Pink and Cosmic Purple.

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SuperCal® Premium Red Maple

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SAKATA | A “wow” addition to the SuperCal line comes as a sweet and sugary red! Previously an exclusive at Home Depot, this variety is now available to all. The large, scarlet-red flowers of SuperCal Premium Red Maple create a “wow” factor at retail. It offers the same excellent performance as SuperCal, with larger flowers, an improved habit and a more mounded, refined growth. Add this to mixed combinations for a stunning display, or let it captivate as a monopot (it sure hooked us). Because it leans more scarlett than bright red, don’t overlook this for fall programs!

METROLINA trials

METROLINA trials

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Petunia

Petunia

Discoball Series 31.

Double Stuff SERIES

WESTHOFF FLOWERS | A brand new spotted petunia series! Previously Westhoff introduced the Constellation series, but due to some patent issues the series was sidelined. Here they are a few years later with a completely new-tomarket spotted petunia that is special in its own right. The Discoball series of petunia is perfect for a smaller pot, with a more mounding compact habit over more vigorous types we typically see... a perfect fit for growers and consumers.

Pink, Purple, and Violet mark the series with more to come in future seasons!

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WESTHOFF FLOWERS | This is a really neat, new double series of petunia.

While a bit of a novelty, the Double Stuff series seems to be reliable in bloom and habit with a refreshing bi-color double bloom. The plant is compact and is noted to have excellect rain tolerance with a self-cleaning flower, an unsual characteristic for doubles. Like our sales rep Diana says, “reminds you of your favorite ice cream flavor!” We’ll take 2 scoops, please!

Choose from Bordeaux Star (our favorite), Burgundy Star, and Violet Star.

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Petunia

Headliner™ Lavender Picotee 33.

SELECTA ONE | Get ready for a show-stopping display with Petunia Headliner™ Lavender Picotee! This petunia variety captured our attention at CAST and we’re eagerly anticipating its performance in summer trials. With its unique color pattern, it offers something truly special.

Featuring lavender blooms with delicate white picotee edges, it displayed a nice fill and habit with a spread of 20 - 30”. Selecta notes that it features a medium vigor and a semi-trailing habit, making it a versatile choice. Expect early flowering for a fast finish, and be amazed by the dramatic color range on its large blooms. As part of the Headliner™ series, it joins a wide assortment of Sky petunias.

At the Metrolina trials, it was planted in the beds and not totally filled out. While perhaps better suited for a hanging basket, it may put on a stronger show further into the summer.

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Supertunia® Saffron Finch™ 34.

PROVEN WINNERS | We seem to be partial to a good yellow bloom, because here we are, falling for another yellow bloomer this year! With its buttery yellow petals and a golden yellow center, this variety captures the essence of sunny charm. Compared to other series varieties, you may notice its not quite as leggy, boasting a more uniform, rounded shape. It c ombines a full, well-branched habit with exceptional garden performance spring to fall, with little maintence required. Its flowers are a more intense yellow than Supertunia Limoncello, but they may transition to creamy yellow in southern climates

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Petunia

SweetSunshine™ Magenta Sky 35.

SELECTA ONE | Being the first double petunia with the Sky pattern, this intro brings a unique and eye-catching touch to any garden or hanging basket. With its well-branched plants, this petunia ensures a profusion of blooms that will withstand various weather conditions. Expect medium vigor with a semi-trailing habit. The standout characteristic of this petunia is its durable, fully double blooms that showcase a mesmerizing Magenta Sky pattern.

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METROLINA trials

Flower Shower Series Additions

New Varieties

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WESTHOFF FLOWERS| We saw Flower Shower series debut last year as Westhoff’s series of ‘true hanging basket’ petunias. It is filled with semi-trailing varieties, with medium sized flowers and excellent tolerance to rain. Brand new this year, Blue and Ringo Star, are welcomed additions to the series. Flower Showers Blue is just as floriferous as White and Flame to make for a patriotic combo. According to Westhoff, Flower Shower RIngo Star is their “best intro of the year!” It is truly unique and the first in a new generation of breeding for Westhoff. It is heat tolerant and heavy in flower.

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Petunia

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Supertunia® Hoopla™ Vivid Orchid™ 37.

PROVEN WINNERS | We heard the noise, now it’s time to see what the ‘Hoopla’ is all about! As the first Hoopla in the Supertunia series, this intro aims to pave the way for future introductions. Its stunning purple center with white edges creates a captivating picotee pattern that remains stable from spring to fall. Its marked by its seasonlong performance, well-branched habit, and consistent, bold color pattern. How could you not want to add this vivd purple picotee charmer to your patio pots?!

Photo courtesy of Proven Winners www.provenwinners.com

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With Proven Winners no longer at CAST each year, we missed seeing this introduction in-person, however we have each new variety bookmarked for our summer of trials! Stay tuned for our updates.

Petunia

Itsy™ Pink 38.

SYNGENTA FLOWERS | Continuing their line of enchanting mini-sized petunia blooms with the Itsy series, Itsy Pink enters the scene with mini blooms with a big display!

Despite its small size, Itsy is tough and tiny, offering exceptional color coverage and good vigor... an excellent choice for both landscapes and containers! The abundance of tiny flower blooms creates a captivating blanket of color, ensuring irresistible retail appeal. With superior branching and a controlled habit, Itsy is set to win the hearts of growers and consumers alike.

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From Cali to FLorida to North carolina, trial gardens were filled with varieties worth highlighting! Here’s a few highlight-worthy varieties, new and old...

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bidens Campfire® Marshmallow™

COLOCASIA Royal Hawaiian®WAIKIKI

METROLINA trials petunia Sanguna® Banana Candy

COSTA trials petchoa SuperCal® premium orange sunset

METROLINA trials salvia Rockin’® Blue Suede Shoes™

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COSTA trials AGERATUM PARC MAJORELLE 2023

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Petunia Supertunia Vista® Jazzberry® - pw annual of the year 2024

Stay tuned for our annual report update, where we will bring you the latest insights and revelations from the summer trials.

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Variety Name

Breeder

Page

Plant

Variety Name

Breeder

ANGELONIA

Alonia™ Big Cherry

Danziger

2

IPOMEA

Sweet Georgia® Heart Chestnut

Dummen Orange

16

ASPARAGUS

FuzzyFern™ Frizz

PanAmerican Seed

2

MANDEVILLA

SunParasol® Giant Peach Sunrise

Green Fuse Botanicals

16

BEGONIA

Dragon Wing® Series Additions

PanAmerican Seed

2

PETCHOA

Caliburst Yellow

PanAmerican Seed

15

BEGONIA

I’Conia® Series Additions

Dummen Orange

3

PETCHOA

SuperCal® Premium Red Maple

Sakata

18

BEGONIA

Nonstop® Joy Peaches & Dreams

Benary

4

PETUNIA

Amazonas™ Plum Cockatoo

Danziger

17

BEGONIA

Shadow King® Series Additions

Green Fuse Botanicals

4

PETUNIA

Cascadias™ Arizona Sky

Danziger

17

Westhoff Flowers

17

Page

Benary

3

PETUNIA

Crazytunia® Series Additions

CALIBRACHOA Calitastic® Cappucino

Westhoff Flowers

5

PETUNIA

Discoball Series

Westhoff Flowers

18

CALIBRACHOA Calico

Westhoff Flowers

6

PETUNIA

Double Stuff Series

Westhoff Flowers

18

BEGONIA

Stonehedge Series

CALIBRACHOA

MiniFamous® Neo Red Hawaii

Selecta One

6

PETUNIA

Flower Shower Series Additions

Westhoff Flowers

20

CALIBRACHOA

MiniFamous® Uno Pink Radiance

Selecta One

6

PETUNIA

Headliner™ Lavender Picotee

Selecta One

19

CALIBRACHOA

Superbells® Double Vintage Coral™

Proven Winners

7

PETUNIA

Itsy™ Pink

Syngenta

20

CALIBRACHOA

Superbells® Double Redstone™

Proven Winners

7

PETUNIA

Supertunia® Saffron Finch™

Proven Winners

19

CATHARANTHUS

Soiree® Flamenco Salsa Red

Suntory Flowers

7

PETUNIA

SweetSunshine™ Magenta Sky

Selecta One

19

COLEUS

Down Town Series

Dummen Orange

9

PETUNIA

Supertunia® Hoopla™ Vivid Orchid™

Proven Winners

20

PETUNIA

Tumbelina® Series Additions

Cohen/Kerley

16

Syngenta

9

COLEUS

Talavera™ Series

COLEUS

Premium Sun Coral Candy PanAmerican Seed

9-10

DAHLIA

Revelation Series

Dummen Orange

11-12

CUPHEA

Cubano™ Presidente

Danziger

11

DAHLIA

Labella® Maggiore Red Ruffle

Beekenkamp

11

HYPOESTES

Lotty Dotty Series

Westhoff Flowers

12

IMPATIENS

SunPatiens® Compact Red Candy

Sakata

12

COMBO/MIX

Begonia Hula™ Red and White Mixture

PanAmerican Seed

COMBO/MIX

Durabella™ Strawberry Taffy™

Danziger

14

COMBO/MIX

Pelargonium Calliope® Mixes

Syngenta

14

COMBO/MIX

Confetti Garden® Hawaiian Kaihalulu

Dummen Orange

13

COMBO/MIX

Impatiens Beacon® Pearl Island Mixture

PanAmerican Seed

13-14

COMBO/MIX

Impatiens SunPatiens® Compact Pink Beryl Mix

Sakata

14

COMBO/MIX

Petunia E3 Easy Wave® Sweet Taffy Mixture

PanAmerican Seed

14

COMBO/MIX

Proven Winners Recipe of the Year - Sunshine State

Proven Winners

13

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As we come to the end of this year’s annual report, we want to express our sincere gratitude for joining us on this incredible journey through the world of new plant varieties. Together, we have explored over 40 remarkable introductions and combinations!

But wait, our summer journey is far from over! As the season draws to a close, we eagerly anticipate sharing the highlights of how these plants have performed in trials across the country—that’s the essence of EHR 101. We will be embarking on new adventures, visiting the garden trials of the East Coast, Midwest, and returning to the South to witness the ongoing success of these new varieties throughout the summer.

We invite you to become a part of our report! If you have your own photos to share or if you’ve discovered exceptional varieties that we might have missed, we would be thrilled to see them! Simply email them to marketing@ehrnet.com, and with your permission, we may showcase them in our next update!

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