2013-2014 Sakata Catlog

SAKATA ORNAMENTALS

WELCOME

CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF BREEDING BREAKTHROUGHS Sakata is celebrating its Centennial in 2013 and is honored to join the ranks of those companies that have had the pleasure of reaching this milestone.

A CENTURY IN BUSINESS MATTERS It matters to our customers, who have become partners in our success by supporting Sakata genetics over these many years. It matters to our staff, who have shown intense dedication and loyalty to Sakata through the decades. It matters to the people whose lives are enriched by the beauty of the products Sakata creates. On this momentous occasion, we express our deep appreciation to everyone who has contributed to our growth over the years. In this Centennial year we are especially pleased to bring you several new introductions including: Candy Showers, the first trailing snapdragon from seed Grandio, a new series of large flowered pansy bred for ease of growing in today’s production systems Three new additions to our Double Profusion series, including Double Hot Cherry and Double Deep Salmon, which were named 2013 AAS winners Three new colors in our breakthrough SunPatiensŽ series

Breeding breakthroughs for a century. Good, Better, Breakthrough

I NDEX TO P RO DUC TS SE ED 10- 113 BEDDING 12-59 POT CROPS 60-84 CUT FLOWERS 85-113

VE GETATI VE 114 - 13 7 VE GETA B LE 13 8 - 13 9

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Admiral. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AGERATUM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ambassador. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ANEMONE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ANTIRRHINUM, Bedding . . . . . ANTIRRHINUM, Cut Flowers . . Appeal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ASTER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Astra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Avanti. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

B

BEGONIA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BELLIS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bloomingdale. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Blueberry Thrill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Blue Horizon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bonita . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Borealis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BRASSICA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brocade. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

C

CALCEOLARIA, Bedding. . . . . . CALCEOLARIA, Pot Crops. . . . . CALENDULA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CALIBRACHOA. . . . . . . . . . . . . Calima . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Calipetite™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CALLISTEPHUS . . . . . . . . . . . . Calypso . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CAMPANULA, Cut Flowers. . . . CAMPANULA, Pot Crops. . . . . . Can Can. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Candle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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SAKATA

106 86 15 13 49 106 62 87 79 75

14 19 48 31 86 88 97 25 75

19 61 20 117 106 117 88 20 91 62 64 94

Candy Showers . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cape Daisy™. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CAPSICUM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARNATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cascadia Daisy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . CATHARANTHUS. . . . . . . . . . . CELOSIA, Bedding. . . . . . . . . . . CELOSIA, Cut Flowers. . . . . . . . Century . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Champion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Champion Pro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cheerful. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CINERARIA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CLARKIA, Bedding. . . . . . . . . . CLARKIA, Cut Flowers . . . . . . . COLEUS, Bedding. . . . . . . . . . . COLEUS, Vegetative . . . . . . . . . Confetti Compact. . . . . . . . . . . . Confetti XL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Crescendo™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CROSSANDRA. . . . . . . . . . . . . Crown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

D

Dainty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Daniella . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Danova. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Delight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DELPHINIUM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Diamond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DIANTHUS, Bedding. . . . . . . . . DIANTHUS, Pot Crops. . . . . . . . Durora . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dynamite. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

E

52 128 63 64 129 55 21 93 21 91 92 107 93 66 26 95 23 119 77 77 129 120 35

61 43 44 43 94 24 24 64 74 37

Festival Mini. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Festival Simplified . . . . . . . . . . . Festival Spider. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fire. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Flamenco. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Floral Carpet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Floral Showers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . FLOWERING CABBAGE. . . . . . FLOWERING KALE. . . . . . . . . . Fortune. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

G

Galaxy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Garden Bride . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GERBERA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GLOXINIA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gnome. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GODETIA, Bedding. . . . . . . . . . GODETIA, Cut Flowers. . . . . . . GODETIA, Pot Crops. . . . . . . . . Golden Bunch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GOMPHRENA, Bedding . . . . . . GOMPHRENA, Vegetative. . . . . Grace. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Grandio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GYPSOPHILA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gypsy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H

Harmony . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Heavenly Blue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . HELIANTHUS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hulahoop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . HYPOESTES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

73 70 74 47 99 53 53 25 25 18

19 27 69 75 26 26 95 95 19 26 121 95 32 27 27

13 63 110 41 77

I

Echo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Emperor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ENGLISH DAISY. . . . . . . . . . . . EUSTOMA, Cut Flowers . . . . . . EUSTOMA, Pot Crops. . . . . . . . Excalibur . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Explorer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

97 17 19 96 78 98 40

IMPATIENS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 IPOMOEA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Iron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

K

Kimono. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

L

F

Fairway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Festival. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 www.sakataornamentals.com

LEUCANTHEMUM. . . . . . . . . . 28 Lillipot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Little Kiss. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . LISIANTHUS, Cut Flowers . . . . LISIANTHUS, Pot Crops . . . . . . Lucky. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . LYCOPERSICON . . . . . . . . . . . .

M

Magic Carpet™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . Majestic Giants II. . . . . . . . . . . . Mariachi® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mariachi® Grande White. . . . . . . Matsumoto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MATTHIOLA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MECARDONIA . . . . . . . . . . . . . Merlin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mermaid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mid Cheerful . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mini Blast™. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MIMULUS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MORNING GLORY . . . . . . . . . . MultiBells. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mystic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

54 96 78 131 84

127 34 100 101 89 107 127 41 78 107 131 29 78 76 29

N

Nagoya. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

O

Orange Marmalade . . . . . . . . . . Osaka. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OSTEOSPERMUM . . . . . . . . . . OXALIS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

P

Pageant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PANSY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAPAVER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PERICALLIS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PETCHOA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PETUNIA, Bedding . . . . . . . . . . PETUNIA, Vegetative. . . . . . . . . Piccolo 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Piccolo 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PLATYCODON, Pot Crops. . . . . POPPY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PORTULACA, Bedding . . . . . . . PORTULACA, Vegetative. . . . . . Prestige Scarlet. . . . . . . . . . . . .

120 25 128 131

46 30 42 66 134 40 131 102 102 79 42 42 133 21

Prima. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PRIMULA, Bedding. . . . . . . . . . PRIMULA, Pot Crops. . . . . . . . . Profusion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Profusion Double. . . . . . . . . . . . Profusion Knee-High . . . . . . . . .

83 43 81 57 58 59

Q

Quartet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Queen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

126 42 78 134 23 47 132 38

T

TORENIA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Treasures Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

R

RANUNCULUS. . . . . . . . . . . . . Rebelina. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Red Robin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rosanna. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rosita® 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rosita® 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rosita® 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

S

Sunpatiens® Vigorous. . . . . . . . . Sunseeker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sun Smile, Pot Crops. . . . . . . . . SuperCal®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Superfine Rainbow. . . . . . . . . . . SuperNova. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Supertunia® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Supreme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Satellite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Satin, Bedding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Satin, Pot Crops. . . . . . . . . . . . . Senator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sentimental Blue. . . . . . . . . . . . Serenade. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SHASTA DAISY. . . . . . . . . . . . . Side Show™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SINNINGIA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SNAPDRAGON, Bedding . . . . . SNAPDRAGON, Cut Flowers . . Snow Lady. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SOLENOSTEMON, Bedding. . . SOLENOSTEMON, Vegetative. Sonnet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Speedy Sonnet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stained Glassworks™ . . . . . . . . Star Wars. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . STOCK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Summer Joy™. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sunbright. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sunbright Supreme . . . . . . . . . . Sun Dance™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SUNFLOWER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SunPatiens®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sunpatiens® Compact . . . . . . . . Sunpatiens® Spreading. . . . . . . .

48 39 84 82 103 104 105

66 26 68 16 80 90 28 130 75 49 106 28 23 119 50 51 119 67 107 133 111 112 133 110 122 124 125

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U

Ultima . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

V

Victory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VINCA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vincent®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VIOLA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vivas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Wine Flash. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wonderland. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wonderous 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wonderous 1 Double. . . . . . . . .

55 55 113 30 108

31 42 105 105

Z ZINNIA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

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NEW SEE D I NT RODUC TI O NS NE W

SERIES

GRANDIO™ PANSY

GRANDIO

GRANDIO

GRANDIO

GRANDIO

pansy

pansy

pansy

pansy

clear golden

clear orange

clear purple

GRANDIO

GRANDIO

clear rose

clear white

true blue

pansy

pansy

GRANDIO

GRANDIO

GRANDIO

GRANDIO

GRANDIO

GRANDIO

pansy

pansy

pansy

pansy

pansy

pansy

deep blue with blotch

white with blotch

white with rose blotch

GRANDIO

GRANDIO

GRANDIO

pansy

pansy

pansy

bright colors mix

citrus colors mix

MAJESTIC GIANTS II

pansy

pansy

( pa ge 33 )

SAKATA

yellow with blotch

blotched colors mix

royalty colors mix

MAJESTIC GIANTS II marina

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(p ag e 3 1 )

mid blue with blotch

GYPSY WHITE PVPAF

gypsophilia (page 27)

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clear colors mix

BLUEBERRY THRILL

WINE FLASH

pansy

pansy

( pa ge 37 )

NEW

SERIES

(page 37)

MULTI BELLS GLOXINIA

(p ag e 76 )

MULTI BELLS

MULTI BELLS

MULTI BELLS

gloxinia

gloxinia

gloxinia

blue

cherry

white

PROFUSION

PROFUSION

PROFUSION

zinnia

zinnia

zinnia

double deep salmon PVPAF

double hot cherry PVPAF

double yellow PVPAF

( pa ge 5 8 )

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NEW VEGETATI V E I NTRODUC TI O NS NE W

SERIES

PINBALL™ GOMPHRENA

(p ag e 12 1 )

PINBALL™

PINBALL™

PINBALL™

gomphrena

gomphrena

gomphrena

purple PPAF

NE W

SERIES

snow-tip lavender PPAF

white PPAF

MINI BLAST™ PETUNIA

(p ag e 13 1 )

MINI BLAST™ rose US PP23055

CAPE DAISY™

CAPE DAISY™

osteospermum

osteospermum

eye catcher purple PPAF

petunia

(page 128)

(p ag e 12 2 )

compact hot coral PPAF

sunpatiens

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compact red PPAF

sunpatiens®

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softly pink improved PPAF

S EED TE C HNO LOGY SEED PRODUCT FORMS PRIMAX® SEEDS Primed Seeds

• Faster germination

ENCRUSTED

MULTI-PELLET

• Increases seed size by 10 to • Allows multiple seed sowing in one pass 100%

• Improves seed shape for fast, accurate seed • Improves germination under placement and singulation stressful conditions or fluctuating temperatures • Enhances crop uniformity

• Increases efficiencies on sowing line • 8 – 10 seeds per pellet

• High number of usable plants • Treated to avoid fungi problems PERFORMAX® SEEDS Distinctive quality

multi-pellet

• Uniform seed size for easier sowing

PELLETED

• Increases singulation for small-sized seeds

• Higher germination • High number of usable plants

encrusted

• Pellet dissolves easily; germinates as raw seed • Enhanced visibility for quality control at sowing

FILMCOAT

• Seeds are highly visible for quality control • Improved flowability for fast, accurate seed placement and singulation • Dust free filmcoat on right, untreated on left www.sakataornamentals.com

pelleted SAKATA

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SEED 10

SAKATA

Sakata is known worldwide as a leading breeder in ornamentals, having brought many popular bedding plants, pot plants and cut flowers to the horticulture industry for 100 years. Sakata continues to enjoy its role as an independent breeder of premium products that work for growers and bring real satisfaction to end users. SAKATA

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B E DDING From core products like begonia and pansy to crops that differentiate your assortment like campanula and ranunculus, Sakata’s bedding plant offering is bred for efficient production for growers, retail appeal and consumer satisfaction.

FEAT UR E D P RO DU C TS : BEGONIA page 14 • PANSY page 30 • SNAPDRAGON page 49 • ZINNIA page 56 12

BE DDI N G

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HARMONY Anemone coronaria WINDFLOWER • Standard • F1

This is THE market leading series and the first choice for many perennial growers worldwide.

mix Superb cold crop for premium pots in early spring Combine with pansies, dianthus, bellis and poppies for spectacular color bowls

blue

orchid

For perennial plant sales, transplant to a protected garden site to naturalize with repeat flowering the following spring Harmony is ideal for Valentine’s Day, Easter and Mother’s Day

pearl

scarlet

white

ANTIRRHINUM See page 49 for snapdragon

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B EG ON IA Begonias are a staple because they work and are a go-to choice for consumers who want reliable, easy-care color. Sakata’s begonia lineup is clearly targeted to specific container size and end use. Amabassador and Senator are ideal for early-season flowering in packs. Emperor is extra early flowering and bred for large packs and pots. Sakata begonias are an excellent alternative to walleriana impatiens and are not affected by downy mildew. 14 BE DDI N G

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AMBASSADOR Begonia semperflorens BEGONIA • Standard, Pelleted • F1

Ambassador is a rich green-leaved series for early production featuring large flowers on compact 8-10 inch/20-25 cm plants. Senator is a bronze-leaved series with a beautiful contrast between flower and foliage that is well matched with Ambassador. 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 make these reliable in production. The perfect balance of earliness in the pack and vigor in the garden

This series includes the best Scarlet on the market

Excellent series uniformity, matching our bronze leaf series, Senator

Very good for extensive plantings in outdoor beds

Reliable substitute for shade impatiens if downy mildew is a problem

bicolor

coral

pink

rose

scarlet

soft pink

white

mix

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rose blush

BEDDI N G

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SENATOR Begonia semperflorens BEGONIA • Standard, Pelleted • F1

Senator is the bronze leaf counterpart to our green leaf series, Ambassador. Senator’s bronze foliage contrasts beautifully with the vivid flowers.

mix of ambassador and senator Excellent uniformity, matching our green leaf series, Ambassador

Reliable substitute for shade impatiens if downy mildew is a problem

A proven performer for pack production

bicolor

deep rose

white

mix

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pink

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rose

scarlet

EMPEROR Begonia semperflorens BEGONIA • Standard, Pelleted • F1

Emperor combines early flowering with unbeatable pot performance and large eye-catching flowers. It is also an excellent landscape product when grown as an 1801. Emperor is the earliest blooming series on the market. Sow 10-14 days later and save energy costs with quick bench turnover. Extra early flowering and unbeatable 3 3.5 inch/7-9 cm pot performance and also excellent for 1801 landscape use Compared to Ambassador, Emperor is slightly more vigorous and taller with larger blooms

pink

red

rose

Flowers 5-12 days earlier than other major varieties in this class Extremely uniform flowering window, resulting in a quick turnover of crops Grows 12 inches/30 cm inches tall in the garden

soft pink

white

mix

QUEEN Begonia semperflorens BEGONIA • Standard, Pelleted • F1

Queen is the first double flowered begonia from seed. Queen offers uniform plant habit and consistently double-flowered plants. An excellent choice for tough garden conditions where heat, direct sun and drying winds destroy ordinary begonias. Seed type with fully double blooms More cost effective compared to double varieties from cuttings

pink

red

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

rose www.sakataornamentals.com

white

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FORTUNE Begonia tuberhybrida TUBEROUS BEGONIA • Standard, Pelleted • F1

Fortune is the preferred tuberous begonia for growers and consumers. Uniform and well-branched, the compact habit makes Fortune a production-friendly crop that is more manageable in shipping than other varieties. This prolific bloomer offers stunning blooms and outstanding color selection. Sow later and save costs as crop time of Fortune is 10 days shorter than other series. Compact habit and short, strong flower stems mean easier handling and shipping.

Earliest tuberous begonia on the market

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

Compact habit for high density production and easier shipping

Requires little or no growth regulator

Fortune is fast flowering compared to other series Excellent shelf life

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

apricot orange shades

coral shades

deep red

deep rose

golden shades

golden with red back

orange shades

peach shades

pink

rose

salmon rose

scarlet

white

white with rose back

yellow

mix

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GALAXY Bellis perennis annua English Daisy • Pelleted

Galaxy is THE preferred series for perennial growers and is a cost effective crop with low heating costs for spring flowering. Cost effective crop that can be sown in winter for spring sales or in summer for fall sales Cold temperatures are not required to initiate flowering Flowers all winter in mild areas

Compact plants with short leaves are ideal for pots and packs Excellent when combined with pansies, flowering cabbage and flowering kale from autumn to spring

red

rose

white

US 9800005

US 9800006

US 9800007

mix

GOLDEN BUNCH Calceolaria rugosa POCKETBOOK PLANT • Standard • F1

While Calceolaria is well-known as a pot crop, Golden Bunch is bred for smaller leaves and a compact habit so it can be produced as bedding plant in areas with moderate summer climates. It can also be used in mixed containers. Plants are covered with bright golden yellow flowers Compact habit with small leaves for high density production Suitable for production in 3-4 inch/8-10 cm pots See pages 61 for calceolaria dainty

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CALYPSO Calendula officinalis nana POT MARIGOLD • Standard

Brightly colored blooms on top of vigorous plants are well suited for long life in garden beds and patio containers in cool conditions. Planted in spring or fall, Calypso continues to flower in milder winter climates. Ideal compact plant habit for pack and pot sales

Produces abundant bright, large flowers with black centers

Vigorous garden performance

For autumn to spring sales; especially in mild winter climates

orange with black center yellow with black center

CATHARANTHUS See page 55 for vinca

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BE DDI N G

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PRESTIGE Celosia argentea cristata CELOSIA • Standard

Prestige Scarlet grows vigorously under hot, humid conditions and produces large, vivid flower heads which form at every node, covering the plant from top to bottom. Produces cockscomb-like flower heads Striking scarlet flowers complement dark bronze-green foliage Heat tolerant and carefree in the garden Good cut flower for home gardens Plants grow 12-24 inches/30-60 cm tall, depending on the climate

scarlet

CENTURY Celosia argentea plumosa CELOSIA • Standard

Century produces abundant showy flowers, often 12 inches/30 cm long. Century can be used in containers, the garden or for cut flowers. Extra early and easy to grow Extremely heat tolerant for summer programs Large plumes on strong stems Suitable for beds and large containers Can be used for commercial cut flower with tight spacing of 4 inches/10 cm on center

fire

red

mix

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yellow BEDDI N G

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KIMONO Celosia argentea plumosa nana CELOSIA • Standard

Kimono is recommended for multi-sowing to create colorful bowls and containers. Use it to extend the season and create a new market for midsummer and early autumn sales. High density crop suitable for both pots and packs

Quick turnover of crops with 5 week crop time

Warm colors are ideal as a multi-sow for mid summer and early autumn sales

Multi-sowing produces excellent performance and creates mini-forests of color for containers and gift pots

No PGR required

Available in a wide range of attractive colors

Excellent series uniformity

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cherry red

cream

orange

red

salmon pink

scarlet

yellow

mix

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rose

FAIRWAY Solenostemon x hybrida COLEUS • Standard

This dwarf coleus grows 8 inch/20 cm tall and works well in mixed containers and at the front of shaded or semi-shaded beds. Extra dwarf with excellent basal branching Grows 8 inches/20 cm tall Very late flowering for improved shelf-life Option for year-round production Ideal for production in packs and 4 inch/3 cm pots

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orange

red velvet

ruby

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SUPERFINE RAINBOW Solenostemon x hybrida COLEUS • Standard

This semi-dwarf series grows 14 inches/35 cm tall, has excellent basal branching and is happy in shade to part-shade. Excellent garden performance with large, vividly colored leaves Broader leaf than Fairway Very late flowering Suitable for production in 4 inch/10 cm pots and larger packs

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DIAMOND Dianthus x hybrida nana DIANTHUS • Standard, Pelleted • F1

This Dianthus chinensis x barbatus cross type makes dense, early flowering packs to kick off your spring shipping. Superb garden performance in spring and autumn Early variety, blooming simultaneously on main and lateral stems in pots and beds High uniformity in plant habit and tight flower window

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Flower size is 1.5 inches/4 cm in diameter When grown under long day conditions it is naturally compact and requires little or no PGR Diamond Blush Pink has a unique look - flowers open white, then change to pink and ultimately mature to rose

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carmine rose

coral

crimson picotee

pink

purple

purple picotee

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NAGOYA Brassica oleracea FLOWERING KALE • Standard • F1

Nagoya produces colorful, highly fringed leaves and is a long-lasting cool season bedding plant that also adds interest to fall containers and color bowls. A colorful flowering kale for autumn to winter sales along with with pansy and viola Produces attractive fringed leaves

Reducing temperature to promote leaf color is not required on the same scale as with other cultivars Recommended for 4-6 inch/10-15 cm pots

Uniform in plant habit and growth Responds well to plant growth regulators

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OSAKA Brassica oleracea FLOWERING CABBAGE • Standard • F1

Osaka produces colorful wavy-edged leaves on tightly packed, compact heads. A colorful flowering cabbage for autumn sales Produces layers of leaves with wavy edges

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red

Plants are vigorous and uniform Recommended for 6-8 inch/15-20 cm pots Forms tight, compact heads

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SATIN Clarkia amoena nana GODETIA • Standard • F1

Satin is a very compact godetia that can be used as a bedding plant in cool, dry conditions. Uniform plant habit and early flowering Good basal branching habit Responds well to plant growth regulator Flower size measures approximately 2 inches/5 cm in diameter An outstanding performer as a 4-6 inch/10-15 cm pot plant item Flowers profusely at an approximate height of 7-8 inches/18-20 cm

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GNOME Gomphrena globosa GOMPHRENA • Standard

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 a nice component plant in mixed containers and is ideal in beds. Extra-dwarf and compact growing plant suitable for packs to 4 inch/10 cm pots Ball-shaped plants are 6-10 inches/15-25 cm in height

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Quick production time (4-6 weeks) and ease of finishing makes this a good shoulder season item Germinates well at high temperatures

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GARDEN BRIDE Gypsophila muralis GYPSOPHILA • Standard, Multi-Pelleted

Garden Bride can be used as a bedding plant, in patio containers, window boxes or hanging baskets. It forms neat mounds in the garden but cascades gently, softening edges in containers and baskets. Single flowers on airy, rich-flowering plants with fine foliage Easy to grow, with a short crop time Stays in constant bloom for quick sale Excellent for hanging baskets and mixed containers Can be sold in packs or pots

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GYPSY Gypsophila muralis GYPSOPHILA • Standard, Multi-Pelleted

Gypsy has airy flowers on graceful plants with finely textured foliage. White is NEW for 2013!

Ideal for baskets and mixed containers

White complements Pink and Rose and is a 2013 Fleusoselect Novelty Award

Can be sold in packs or pots

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SNOW LADY Leucanthemum x superbum SHASTA DAISY • Performax® • F1

Snow Lady is a fast-growing, first-year-flowering perennial that fits in easily with bedding plant production and sales seasons.

snow lady Autumn sow for early spring sales

Highly disease and insect resistant

Adaptable to a wide range of climates

Blooms upright on dwarf compact plants without the use of plant growth regulators

Hardy plant, capable of withstanding temperatures down to 23°F/-5°C

Ideal for 5 inch/13 cm pots

Pure white flowers with yellow centers measuring 2.5 inches/6 cm in diameter

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MYSTIC Mimulus x hybrida MONKEY FLOWER • Pelleted • F1

The Mystic series includes both spotted and clear colors, which is unusual since mimulus is usually spotted. Mystic is extra-early, free flowering and compact, making it an ideal pack item but it looks best in hanging baskets. High germination

Responds well to plant growth regulators

Very early, free-flowering variety

Cool crop requiring little or no heat

Dwarf, with a highly uniform plant habit

Especially nice in hanging baskets

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orange

rose

wine

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yellow with spots

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PA N SY Sakata's streamlined portfolio includes the best-of-the-best pansies rolled into a complete offering that fills all your pansy needs. The new large flowered Grandio series is a perfect complement to the extra-large-flowered Majestic Giants II series. Both series perform, regardless of the season. Sakata continues to be committed to bringing you the best pansy genetics just like we were when we introduced the first Majestic Giants in 1966. 30

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BLUEBERRY THRILL & WINE FLASH Viola x wittrockiana PANSY • Primax®, Performax® • F1

These stand-alone varieties are special enough to hold their own as distinct offerings in your assortment. Good for both spring and fall sales, the unique colors and patterns are ideal for specialty promotions and mixed containers. EW

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GRANDIO Viola x wittrockiana PANSY • Primax®, Performax® • F1

Grandio is our new large flowered series bred for ease of growing in today’s production systems.

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Bred for efficiency in modern greenhouse production Shorter flower stems under long warm days Compact in early sowings; less plant stretching in high heat Available in 10 colors and 5 designer mixes

Uniform habit between clear and blotched colors eliminates the need for special growing regimes Keeps flowering under short days Reliable for fall, winter and spring production

clear golden

clear orange

clear purple

clear rose

clear white

deep blue with blotch

true blue

white with blotch

white with rose blotch

yellow with blotch

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citrus mix

clear colors mix

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MAJESTIC GIANTS II Viola x wittrockiana PANSY • Primax®, Performax® • F1

Our well-known Majestic Giants II extra-large flowered pansies have long been the preferred choice for fall and spring markets. This series maintains huge flower size under warm conditions with excellent overwintering and rebloom in the spring.

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Focused color assortment

The market leading extra-large flowered pansy; 4 inch/10 cm blooms

Blooms through winter in warmer regions; overwinters well

Brand name recognition at the retail and consumer level

Presents bud and bloom at first flush so color is continuous through entire distribution channel

Superior lateral branching fills pots and packs quickly

clear yellow

deep blue with blotch

fire

marina

mid blue with blotch

ocean

red with blotch

rosalyn

rose with blotch

sherry

white with blotch

yellow with blotch

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CROWN Viola x wittrockiana PANSY • Primax® • F1

Crown’s crisp, clear colors and reliable performance make this a favorite pansy for landscape use in many markets. Reliable landscape performance due to thick petals and leaves Large, clear faced flowers measure 3.25 inches/8 cm across Crisp, clear colors for spring or fall sales Strong plants are very cold tolerant A proven performer in any condition

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scarlet

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DYNAMITE Viola x wittrockiana PANSY • Primax®, Performax® • F1

Dynamite’s clear and novelty colors complement Majestic Giant II’s blotched colors to complete your core fall pansy program. Plants bloom continuously from fall through spring. Large flowered pansy series; 3.25 inch/8 cm blooms Flower power is superior under short day length and cold temperatures of winter and early spring

Blooms continuously and maintains a compact habit from fall through early spring Clear and novelty colors to round out your core assortment

beacon blue

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cream

lavender

light blue

orange

pink shades

pure white

purple

scarlet

yellow

clear mix

silhoutte mix

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SUPREME Viola x wittrockiana PANSY • Primax®, Performax® • F1

Supreme is a medium- to small-flowered multiflora with strong clear colors and great flower power. Medium-to small-flowered segment; blooms are 2.5 inches/6 cm in diameter Best for spring sales Early flowering saves 7-10 days in production Continues to bloom during mild winters

deep blue

marina

orange

purple

true blue

white

yellow

rose

scarlet

ULTIMA Viola x wittrockiana PANSY • Primax®, Performax® • F1

Ultima is a medium- to small-flowered multiflora with unique color patterns ideal for display in premium containers and baskets.

morpho

purple lace

radiance blue

radiance deep blue

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Medium- to small-flowered segment; blooms are 2.5 inches/6 cm in diameter Best for spring sales Unique and unusual colors for premium assortments and high sell through Ultima Morpho is a multiple award winner and especially striking in baskets

radiance lilac

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REBELINA Viola cornuta pendula PANSY • Primax® • F1

Ideal for premium baskets and containers for fall and early spring sales, Rebelina has very fragrant 1.25 inch/3 cm blooms and lots of them. Well-branched, creeping stems with short internodes quickly fill and cover pots Extremely floriferous with sweetly fragrant flowers measuring 1-1.5 inches/3-4 cm in diameter

Multiple uses: baskets, patio containers and landscaping Good addition for autumn and early spring sales

blue & yellow

purple & yellow

golden yellow

Day neutral so flowers easily in fall and winter

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EXPLORER Petunia grandiflora pendula PETUNIA • Pelleted • F1

Explorer is bred for use as a groundcover in garden beds. The trailing habit is also outstanding in baskets. Explorer is weather tolerant and performs well all over the country, including coastal climates. Even though it is an F1 seed product, Explorer competes well with vegetative petunias. Spreading and cascading type of petunia, particularly suitable as a ground cover for landscapers One plant can easily cover an area of 36 inches/91 cm Produces new flowers at axillary nodes, not just the terminal, so provides continuous flowering in the center of the plant Tremendous flower power with blooms 2-3 inches/ 5-7 cm in diameter

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Great for hanging baskets Short crop time: Early flowering even under low light conditions Early to flower in the spring and continues to flower under the short days of autumn Salt tolerant, so superb for seaside/coastal plantings Cost-effective to produce Recovers very quickly after a rain storm

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rose pink

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HULAHOOP Petunia grandiflora PETUNIA • Standard, Pelleted • F1

Hulahoop is an extra early flowering grandiflora series of picotee petunia. All colors have excellent outdoor performance, are heavy blooming and compact in habit. Hulahoop is a good addition to the assortment of pure-colored grandiflora petunias. Early flowering picotee petunia

Proven performance over many years in packs and gardens

Grandiflora with 3 inch/7cm blooms Heavy flowering and compact

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red

rose

velvet

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MERLIN Petunia multiflora PETUNIA • Standard, Pelleted • F1

Bred to perform in a variety of climates, Merlin has 3.5 inch/9 cm diameter flowers with good weather tolerance. Plants are free flowering and retain their compact habit during the entire flowering season. Multiflora with mid-sized flowers in a beautiful color range

Slow to stretch: allows for high density growing Dwarf, compact plant habit retained throughout the flowering season Plant height is about 10 inches/25 cm

Plants recover quickly after a rainstorm Easy, uniform and quick in production

blue morn

pink morn

red morn

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WONDERLAND Papaver nudicaule POPPY • Standard

Wonderland features large flowers, measuring 4 inches/10 cm across on strong stems. Plants are very hardy and offer color very early in the season. Large flowers, measuring 4 inches/10 cm in diameter Blooms continuously through spring Very wind and cold resistant Cool crop, can be grown with minimal heat Recommended for 4 inch/10 cm pots for early spring bedding sales Available as a mix of Orange, Pink Shades, White and Yellow

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SUNSEEKER Portulaca grandiflora PORTULACA • Multi-Pellet • F1

Sunseeker is a compact Portulaca for early spring sales. It has a controlled plant habit and is ideal for sales in cell packs and 4 inch/10 cm 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 Plants maintain upright habit in packs Fully double 2 inch/5 cm flowers Blooms under short days Flowers remain open under low light conditions Provides continuous flowering in the center of the plant

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orange

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red

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DANIELLA Primula acaulis PRIMROSE • Standard • F1

Daniella has the same quality standards as Danova but with later flowering. Daniella is recommended for growers selling into February and is the best midseason series on the market. A quality series for mid-to-late season sales Consistent large flowers 2-2.5 inches/5-6 cm in diameter

Same seed quality and uniformity as Danova but flowers two weeks later

apricot

blue

copper

cream yellow

neon rose

rose bicolor

scarlet

white

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DELIGHT Primula acaulis PRIMROSE • Standard • F1

Delight offers unique colors with tremendous consumer appeal. It is an excellent complement to Danova with the same early characteristics and similar plant habit. For early to mid-early sales season Eye-catching color patterns with a red ring around a yellow center

almond blossom

blueberry

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DANOVA Primula acaulis PRIMROSE • Standard • F1

Danova is the market leader for mid-early season sales. This series sets the standard for uniform plant habit, flower size and quality. Danova provides a rich assortment of strong colors to choose from. Large showy blooms drive strong sell through Well suited for bedding, mixed containers and pot plant use

For the tightest flowering window and the best-selling colors, we made the selection easy with the Grower’s Select Mix 2013 Grower’s Select Mix: Blue, Lemon Yellow, Orange Yellow, Pink, Purple, Red, Rose & White Bicolor, Sky Blue, White and Yellow with Eye

Large flowers 2-2.5 inches/5-6 cm across in full assortment of rich colors Superior seed quality with excellent seedling vigor

blue

cherry with edge

copper

cream yellow

lemon yellow

light violet

lime

orange yellow

pink

purple

red

red & rose shades

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red with yellow edge

rose

rose with lavender shades

salmon orange

scarlet

sky blue

velvet red

white

wine red

yellow with eye

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apple blossom bicolor

burgundy bicolor

pink bicolor

red & yellow bicolor

rose & white bicolor

wine bicolor

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PAGEANT Primula acaulis PRIMROSE • Standard • F1

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

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Flowering season and plant habit are extremely uniform

Extra early flowering habit means substantial savings in heating costs

Very compact plants with small foliage, making high density pack production possible

Flowers are 2 inches/5 cm in diameter over very compact plants with small foliage

Hybrid vigor, allowing seed to be sown in August ready for shipping in February

Pageant flowers from October to December

apricot

blue

bright pink

bright rose shades carmine bicolor

deep carmine rose

lemon yellow

mid blue

red bicolor

rose pink bicolor scarlet

white with yellow eye

yellow shades

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SUPERNOVA Primula polyantha PRIMROSE • Standard • F1

Good for sales as a bedding plant or in containers, SuperNova provides uniform results and an excellent show of color. F1 hybrid quality at its best results in vigorous plants with consistent uniformity in the greenhouse, at retail and in the landscape. F1 hybrid quality for uniformity in the greenhouse, at retail and in the landscape Fall flowering for autumn sales when potted early; spring flowering when potted later and grown cold Exceptionally uniform across colors in habit and flowering time

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cream

golden yellow

pink

purple bicolor

red

rose bicolor

sky blue

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FIRE Primula polyantha PRIMROSE • Standard • F1

Fire is uniquely striking and a great favorite with consumers.

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BLOOMINGDALE Ranunculus asiaticus nanus BUTTERCUP • Standard, Filmcoat • F1

Bloomingdale is an excellent impulse product for early spring assortments and is ready for sale well ahead of the main bedding plant season when color is in short supply. A broad range of unique colors A welcome splash of early season color Ideal for 4 inch gallons and cachets Fully double flowers 3-3.5 inches/7-9 cm in diameter

blue bicolor

golden shades

orange bicolor

red shades

rose pink bicolor rose shades

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pink shades

pure yellow

tangerine

white shades

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SNAPDRAG O N Be it spring or fall, upright, mid-height or trailing, we have a snapdragon series that fits your program. From Sonnet, with tremendous landscape presence, to fun bicolored Floral Showers, Sakata snapdragons are reliable products for your core snap offering. Try the new trailing Candy Showers; it's perfect for spring and fall basket production. www.sakataornamentals.com

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SONNET Antirrhinum majus nanum SNAPDRAGON • Standard • F1

A garden height snapdragon suited for outdoor production for spring and fall sales. Sturdy side branching stems means Sonnet provides a show of color in every situation. Strong root system and sturdy branching Long flowering season, as the main stem is surrounded by numerous flowering spikes Fragrant Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds Multiple uses: focal point in mixed containers, landscape or garden displays Can be used for home garden cut flower production Well-suited for large containers but can be grown in smaller pots and packs with PGR application Ideal for fall and spring production Garden height: 24-30 inches/60-76 cm

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carmine

crimson

orange scarlet

pink

rose

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SPEEDY SONNET Antirrhinum majus nanum SNAPDRAGON • Standard • F1

Everything we love about Sonnet but earlier! Speedy Sonnet is the earliest garden snap on the market. Earlier-flowering Sonnet type Garden height: 24-30 inches/60-76 cm

Bred for early winter though early spring sales in high light areas

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rose

white

yellow

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CANDY SHOWERS Antirrhinum majus nanum pendula SNAPDRAGON • Multi-Pellet • F1

The FIRST EVER trailing snapdragon from seed, Candy Showers is beautiful as a single color or as a mix of colors in hanging baskets and mixed containers. It can be sold in spring or fall. Try combining Candy Showers with flowering cabbage and kale and fall pansies.

Strong, flexible stems ship well and hold up in the garden Can be sold in fall or spring; excellent addition to fall trailing pansy sales

Trailing habit is ideal for hanging baskets and mixed containers and as a colorful groundcover Blooms easily under short days

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FLORAL CARPET Antirrhinum majus nanum pumilum SNAPDRAGON • Standard • F1

Highly uniform series Extra dwarf with a compact, bushy branching habit In cool locations, spring sowing will give excellent garden performance in summer The dwarf Antirrhinum grows to a height of 8 inches/20 cm, making it well-suited for pack, pot and garden use

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FLORAL SHOWERS Antirrhinum majus nanum pumilum SNAPDRAGON • Standard • F1

Floral Showers is a fast, day-length neutral series that is ideal for packs and flowers within a tight window both spring and fall. Tight flowering window throughout the color range Very uniform- attractive retail display in separate colors or in any mixed combination

Good side branching for lots of color Dwarf habit is good for pack and pot culture in 4 inch/10 cm pots with little or no PGR Excellent pack item for early fall or spring

apricot bicolor

coral bicolor

crimson

deep bronze

fuchsia

lavender bicolor

lilac

purple

red & yellow

rose

rose pink

scarlet

white

wine bicolor

yellow

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LITTLE KISS Torenia fournieri TORENIA • Pelleted • F1

Little Kiss is a compact series growing 8 inches/20 cm tall and 8 inches/20 cm wide. It is a good bedding plant and works well as a component plant in mixed containers. Very easy to produce with a short cropping window Good pack and pot performances Excellent in beds and big containers Naturally compact so does not need PGR Very uniform- attractive retail display in separate colors or in any mixed combination Good basal branching Continuously flowering in full sun or partial shade

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VICTORY Catharanthus roseus VINCA • Standard

Uniformity and color range make this the natural choice for your pack production. Victory has extremely vigorous, finely branched roots which support outstanding pot and landscape performance. This uniform series produces an abundance of large flowers early in the season on compact plants. Vigorous, finely branched roots support good disease resistance Early flowering in pot and packs Uniform germination

apricot

blue improved

Low and early basal branching fills pots and packs nicely Perfectly formed round flowers with overlapping petals

bright eye

carmine

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cranberry US 200100123

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grape

lavender

light pink

pure white

purple

red

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Z I NN IA Growers rely on Profusion for uniform habit and flowering time and know they can grow every color of the singles and doubles exactly the same. And now, the next generation of Profusion is here! Our new doubles bring you even more color than before. Proven production, retail, landscape and consumer performance make Profusion zinnia a winner at all levels of the distribution chain. 56 BE DDI N G

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PROFUSION Zinnia hybrid ZINNIA • Standard, Encrusted

The GO-TO series for disease resistance and uniformity, Profusion is an outstanding performer in the greenhouse, at retail in containers and in the garden. Mix any of the colors in packs or pots for added interest. Uniform series allows you to bench run all colors in the series including singles and doubles Disease resistant so it’s easy to grow and longer flowering in the garden Extremely heat and drought resistant making it an excellent choice for the landscape

Compact habit and flower quality combined with vigor and exceptional disease resistance

Inter-specific hybrid with the best traits of both species

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

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

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cherry

coral pink

deep apricot

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orange

white

yellow

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5 color mix

7 color mix

sunrise mix

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PROFUSION DOUBLE Zinnia hybrid ZINNIA • Standard, Encrusted

The NEXT GENERATION of Profusion is here. Double Deep Salmon and non-fading Double Hot Cherry are 2013 AAS winners based on performance excellence across the country. And, the new Double Yellow is covered with large, bright yellow flowers. Profusion is the go-to series for disease resistance and uniformity. Mix any of the colors in packs or pots for added interest. The new generation is here! With three new colors and two new AAS Winners, Double Profusion just keeps getting better! Uniform series allows you to bench run all colors in the series including singles and doubles Now available in 7 vibrant colors!

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yellow

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PROFUSION KNEE HIGH Zinnia hybrid ZINNIA • Standard, Encrusted

Profusion Knee High is an exellent choice for mass planting in landscapes. It grows about 20 inches/50 cm tall* and shows remarkable resilience in both dry and wet climates. *Plant height depends on light levels. Knee-High is a more vigorous grower than the regular Profusion series An excellent choice for mass plantings

Remarkable resilience in both dry and wet conditions Ideal for home garden cut flowers

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P OT C ROP S As container gardening and outdoor decorating continue to grow, lines are blurring between what we traditionally think of as indoor pot crops and outdoor decorating. For the openminded, this transition is opening up exciting possibilities for pot crops in mixed containers and in the bedding segment. Festival gerbera is a prime example of this crossover. Our Confetti hypoestes, Astra platycodon and various primula are other good candidates for multiple uses. For traditional pot crop distribution, we offer tried-and-true crops as well as some real innovations like Appeal campanula.

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DAINTY Calceolaria x hybrida POCKETBOOK PLANT • Pelleted • F1

With its compact growth, 6 inch/15 cm spread and good disease tolerance, Dainty is bred for high density pot crop production.

mix Small, compact growth habit for high density production with a 6 inch/15 cm spread Easier to handle and ship with minimum damage to leaves

bronze

red

Excellent series uniformity Compact growth and good disease tolerance make Dainty a good crop for 3.5 - 4 inch/9-10 cm pot plant production

red & yellow

yellow with spots

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Campanula medium nanum BELLFLOWER • Pelleted • F1

Appeal is a high value pot crop bursting with deep blue, long lasting flowers. This crop is economical to produce and stands out in spring assortments.

Excellent retail appeal for quick sell through Naturally compact with unique flower form Does not require cold to initiate flowering Good addition to spring and summer assortment Can be sold for long lasting indoor color or for patio tabletop 62

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Sow August to February for flowering January to June Long day response so Appeal can be forced year-round; requires photoperiod manipulation to ensure proper growth Best produced in 5 or 6 inch/12 or 15 cm containers or in mixed containers

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HEAVENLY BLUE Campanula rapunculus BELLFLOWER • Pelleted • F1

Heavenly Blue is a versatile campanula that can be produced in 6 inch/15 cm pots or as a cut flower.

Annual flowering with masses of light blue flowers See page 91 for campanula champion & champion pro

TREASURES RED Capsicum annuum ORNAMENTAL PEPPER • Standard • F1

Treasures Red is a colorful ornamental pepper that makes a fun 4 inch/10 cm pot plant and also spices up mixed containers, landscape beds and borders.

Fast production time with excellent uniformity

Bears conical white fruits changing to bright red at maturity

Naturally compact, growing 5 inch/13 cm tall with dark green foliage

Excellent 4 inch/10 cm pot item Recommended for ornamental use only

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CAN CAN Dianthus caryophyllus CARNATION • Standard • F1

With a delightful spicy fragrance and an abundance of flowers that can be cut for vases, Can Can Dianthus is an excellent item for the premium pot plant market. High quality carnation for pot production or the garden Flowers from mid-spring through summer

Excellent basal branching and strong stems Cool crop requiring little or no heat

Large blooms with a clove-like fragrance

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LILLIPOT Dianthus caryophyllus nanus CARNATION • Standard • F1

Lillipot is a versatile product that is ideal for pot sales and and for patio containers. This annual carnation is genetically dwarf, staying compact without pinching or plant growth regulators. Plants grow to a height of 8-10 inches/20-25 cm and produce numerous branches.

mix Genetically dwarf with fully double, true carnation flowers Flowers continuously throughout the summer

Versatile product for pot sales or containers Cool crop requiring little or no heat Very uniform series

Stays dwarf and compact, making PGRs and pinching unnecessary

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SATELLITE Pericallis x hybrida CINERARIA • Standard • F1

Satellite is a grandiflora series with large flowers in a vibrant color range. Maturity is a one to two weeks earlier than Star Wars.

mix Uniform grandiflora type with large flowers 2 inches/5 cm in diameter

Economical crop to produce due to reduced heat requirement

Leaves are relatively small for high density production

High percentage of marketable plants

Pure bright colors can be combined with the bicolors in our Star Wars series to complete the color range

Crop time approximately 18 weeks from sowing

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High germination and seedling vigor

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rose & pink shades

sky blue shades

STAR WARS Pericallis x hybrida CINERARIA • Standard • F1

Star Wars features bicolors and shades and is a good compliment to the pure colors in our Satellite cineraria series.

mix Uniform multiflora type producing masses of 1.5 inch/4 cm flowers

An economical crop in production due to reduced heat requirement

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

Exciting range of bicolors and shades

Flowers approximately 20 weeks from sowing

blue shades

crimson shades

pink shades

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SATIN Clarkia amoena nana GODETIA • Standard • F1

Satin is a very compact godetia bred for pot plant performance. It can also be used as a bedding plant in cool, dry conditions.

mix Bright colored, long lasting flowers

An outstanding performer as a 4-6 inch/10-15 cm pot plant

Good basal branching

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Responds well to plant growth regulator

Flowers profusely at the height of 7-8 inches/18-20 cm

Flower size measures approximately 2 inches/5 cm in diameter

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G E R BERA There’s no end to gerbera’s popularity and the multiple ways it is sold. Bedding plant? Check. Mixed containers? Check. Supermarket floral? Check. Gift plant? Check. With so many product forms and retail price points, you need a breeder that offers multiple product lines to meet your needs. From our florist quality Festival series, to Festival Simplified selected for multiple pot sizes, to our perfect-for-impulse-purchase Durora, Sakata’s gerbera lineup satisfies the market need. www.sakataornamentals.com

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FESTIVAL SIMPLIFIED Gerbera jamesonii GERBERA DAISY • Filmcoat • F1

Simplify your Gerbera production. Festival Simplified boasts the most popular colors with precise flowering times and consistent habits across the series. Because of the F1 hybrid vigor, no other series performs for the consumer like Festival Simplified. Festival Simplified contains 10 popular colors carefully selected from the Festival series which can be grown year round in 4, 5 and 6 inch (10, 13 and 15 cm) containers. While other series may finish faster in smaller containers, they aren’t consistent and don’t match the quality and reliability of our Festival Simplified Assortment.

A versatile selection that works in a range of pot sizes from 4-6 inches/10-15 cm 10 popular colors selected from the Festival series for multiple pot sizes

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Can be grown year round Florist quality blooms with high bud count at first flush Extensive color range

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cherry with eye

golden yellow with eye

neon rose with eye orange with eye

pink shades with eye

rose

salmon

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FESTIVAL Gerbera jamesonii GERBERA DAISY • Filmcoat • F1

Festival produces many large, spectacular flowers on every plant. Plants are extremely uniform with a tight flowering window and can be produced in 8-12 weeks from potting to sales, depending on the time of year.

Highest percentage of prime quality marketable plants

Complete color range

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

Can be produced 8-12 weeks from potting, depending on time of year

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apricot with eye

blush

cherry with eye

golden yellow with eye

lemon yellow

neon rose with eye

orange

orange with eye

peach with eye

pink shades with eye

red with eye

rose

salmon

salmon rose

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scarlet with eye

white shades

yellow with eye

dark eyed mix

fall harvest mix

grower’s select mix

spring bouquet mix

winter holiday mix

semi-double orange shades

semi-double rose shades

semi-double yellow shades

semi-double mix

FESTIVAL MINI Gerbera jamesonii GERBERA DAISY • Filmcoat • F1

Festival Mini is a unique product with miniature flowers on compact plants well-suited for production in 3.5 inch/9 cm pots. Eye-catching in mixed patio containers and as gifts for special occasions Highly uniform in habit and earliness True mini flowers shading in a variety of colors

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FESTIVAL SPIDER Gerbera jamesonii GERBERA DAISY • Filmcoat • F1

Festival Spider provides a unique flower form that stands out at retail. The Spider series can be produced on the same production schedule as other Festival varieties to add variety to your core gerbera offering. Available in separate colors for targeted color selection Unique form stands out at retail

salmon red shades

Similar production time as other Festival varieties

salmon with eye

yellow

DURORA Gerbera jamesonii GERBERA DAISY • Filmcoat

Durora is an early, compact and easy to grow gerbera with large double flowers on very compact plants. Durora’s attractive double flowers age slower than other varieties so they have long-lasting shelf appeal. For production in 3.5-4.5 inch/9-11 cm pots 3 inch flowers on strong stems +90% of flowers are double Slow-to-age flowers increase shelf life Highly uniform and gently toned mix of Red, Bright Yellow, Orange, Pink, Salmon, Dark Salmon, Cream, Light Salmon, Red/Yellow Tipped and Yellow/Orange colored varieties Short production time, marketed 8-10 weeks after potting

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AVANTI Sinningia speciosa GLOXINIA • Standard, Pelleted • F1

This F1 hybrid series is the earliest single-flowered series on the market. Avanti is bred for high-density production and successful shipping. An early, single-flowered series Flowers are held just above the foliage on short strong stems

Small supple leaves for high density production facilitates sleeving and shipping Recommended for 4-5 inch/10-12 cm pot production

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blue with white edge

light violet/dark throat

peach rose

red with white edge

rose red

scarlet

white

wine red

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BROCADE Sinningia speciosa GLOXINIA • Standard, Pelleted • F1

This impressive, double-flowered series is quite showy and ideal for gift and indoor floral sales. Fully double flowers Small flexible leaves for high density production, easy sleeving and shipping Recommended for 4-5 inch/10-12 cm pot production Available as a Mix only

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MULTIBELLS Sinningia speciosa GLOXINIA • Pelleted • F1

MultiBells has exceptional uniformity with extraordinary flower count. It is 1014 days earlier flowering than other Sinningia and can be produced at a higher density for increased profitability.

Short foliage results in less damage during transport Incredible number of flowers − up to 40 per plant Can produce more plants per square foot than other Sinningia

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cherry

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CONFETTI COMPACT Hypoestes phyllostachya POLKA DOT PLANT • Standard

With a compact habit and decorative foliage, Confetti Compact is well-suited as an idoor potted plant and can be used as a component item in mixed containers with other indoor foliage plants. It works equally well in outdoor mixed containers and baskets. Decorative foliage and compact habit work well indoors and out Short production time, 10-11 weeks, from sowing for cell packs

blush

pink

Perfect for year-round production Excellent shipping tolerance and shelf life Also available as a mix

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rose

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CONFETTI XL Hypoestes phyllostachya POLKA DOT PLANT • Standard

With a more vigorous growth habit than Confetti Compact, Confetti XL is bred especially for the bedding plant market. It grows 8-10 inches/20-25 cm tall making it ideal for mass and border plantings in shaded areas and works very well as a component plant in mixed containers. Confetti XL is well suited for a year-round production and is extremely easy to grow. A versatile, decorative foliage plant for patio containers and mass plantings in warmer, semi-shaded areas Easy year-round production

carmine rose

red

Short production time, 9-10 weeks, from sowing for cell packs Excellent shipping tolerance and shelf life Also available as a mix

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MERMAID Eustoma grandiflorum LISIANTHUS • Pelleted • F1

Mermaid is a genetically-compact lisianthus bred for pot plant production. The rose-shaped buds and cupped flowers are ideal for generating impulse sales. A single flowered F1 hybrid for pot plant production Genetically compact so requires little or no plant growth regulation Plants are about 6 inches/15 cm tall with flowers measuring about 2.5 inches/6 cm in diameter Natural basal branching habit with flower heads held above compact plants

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pink

Strong root system

SUN SMILE Ipomoea purpurea MORNING GLORY • Standard, Scarified

Sun Smile is a dwarf morning glory with a mounding habit that spreads approximately 12 inches/30 cm. The plant features marbled green and white foliage with either bright red, violet, blue or pink colored blooms, edged in white. The flowers open each morning adding additional color and interest to the foliage. Sun Smile is quite unique and is ideally suited for mixed containers and hanging baskets. A dwarf morning glory with ornamental foliage and a mounding habit

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

Use as a component plant in mixed containers and hanging baskets

Plants in the garden spread 12 inches/30 cm

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pink

red

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ASTRA Platycodon grandiflorus BALLOON FLOWER • Natural • F1

Creative breeding has made this semi-hardy perennial suitable for production in 4-6 inch/10-12 cm 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.

Excellent heat tolerance for summer programs Continuous flowering throughout the season Multiple seedlings produce stunning 6 inch /12 cm pots

Semi-double or single flowers measure 2-3 inches/5-7 cm in diameter Astra Blue is a Society of American Florists (SAF) 2009 Outstanding Variety Suitable for pot, patio and garden

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pink

white

semi-double lavender

semi-double pink

semi-double white improved

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SENTIMENTAL BLUE Platycodon grandiflorus BALLOON FLOWER • Standard • F1

Sentimental Blue is a dwarf selection featuring puffy flower buds shaped like balloons, which open into 3 inch/7 cm diameter, single, blue, upward-facing, bell-shaped flowers.

Genetically dwarf

Heavy bud count and early flowering

Can be sold as bedding plant or pot crop then planted in the garden; blooms most of the summer in the garden

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

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PRI MU LA With primula breeding programs in Denmark and Japan, Sakata is able to offer series that work in varying climates and for different seasons. Pageant needs minimal cold and can be produced in areas with mild winters while our industry leading Danova is bred for cooler winter production. Add in our premium novelty series Rosanna; the fragrant, pot perfect Prima series and landscape ready SuperNova and it’s easy to see Sakata has your primula needs covered. www.sakataornamentals.com

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ROSANNA Primula acaulis PRIMROSE • Primax® • F1

A unique product with rosebud-shaped flowers for the gift and pot plant market.

mix Unique product for 4 inch/10 cm pots

Effective in flower pouches

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pink shades

rose pink shades

scarlet

white

yellow shades

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PRIMA Primula malacoides FAIRY PRIMROSE • Standard • F1

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

mix Market leading F1 hybrid series for the gift and pot plant segment Nicely fragrant

carmine rose

lilac

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

pink

red

white

POLYANTHA

See page 47 for primula polyantha

SINNINGIA

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RED ROBIN Lycopersicon esculentum MINIATURE TOMATO • PerformaxŽ

Red Robin is a perfect choice for patio containers and hanging baskets. Plants are loaded with small, tasty tomatoes for weeks on end and have immediate retail appeal.

An ornamental dwarf tomato bearing small fruit with excellent flavor

Size of fruit is approximately 1 inch / 5 cm in diameter

Compact growth with a good branching habit

Fruits turn bright red approximately 100 days after sowing

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C U T FLOW E RS With an international reputation for bringing major breakthroughs to the cut flower marketplace, Sakata’s cut flower assortment provides real economic advantages in production and distribution. Our market leading lisianthus is a good example of precision breeding that delivers multiple series for segmented needs based on production schedules in various parts of the world, in various seasons. Vincent® sunflower is another example of a superior product that is tightly programmed for efficient, profitable production and great enduser satisfaction. Our dedication to this category is ongoing and we look forward to bringing more innovations to cut flower growers worldwide.

FE AT UR E D P RO DU C T S : ASTER page 87 • LISIANTHUS page 96 • SUNFLOWER page 110 www.sakataornamentals.com

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BLUE HORIZON Ageratum houstonianum FLOSS FLOWER • Pelleted • F1

The first F1 triploid ageratum strain for cut flower cultivation. Due to the triploid breeding, ”Blue Horizon” has larger blooms than traditional ageratum, is very vigorous and easy to cultivate.

Tall growing, with strong, sturdy stems and numerous branches

Grows about 30 inches/76 cm tall with a spread of 8 inches/20 cm

Very high flower productivity

ANTIRRHINUM See page 106 for snapdragon

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AST ER With sprays of tightly packed flowers, these well-loved asters have rigid stems and longlasting blooms. Sakata’s series are fusarium resistant and easily programmed using various growing techniques. www.sakataornamentals.com

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BONITA Callistephus chinensis ASTER • Standard

Bonita has beautiful, fully-double pompon flowers that color completely. The flowers are held at a perfect angle for maximum impact and have flower size that is similar to Matsumoto. Bonita crop time is one week longer than Matsumoto.

Flower centers color completely

No need to remove the center flower bud, but stem presentation is better if this bud is removed

2 inch/5 cm diameter flowers remain attractive when aging Fusarium resistance is similar to Matsumoto

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Fits easily in a production program with Matsumoto

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pink PVPAF SAKAST046

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MATSUMOTO Callistephus chinensis ASTER • Standard

Matsumoto is a fusarium-tolerant aster. This series is easy to program and stem height can be manipulated with various growing techniques.

Strong, long stems with an upright flowering habit

Fusarium resistant Matsumoto is offered in a wide range of colors Flower size is 2 inches/5 cm in diameter with a distinct yellow center Height 24-30 inches/61-76 cm

Production cycle will be approximately 14 weeks from sowing in spring or when produced with day length manipulation techniques

apricot

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blue tipped white

light blue

pink

red

rose

scarlet

white

yellow

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SERENADE Callistephus chinensis ASTER • Standard

Serenade is highly tolerant of fusarium. Each stem has many small rounded flowers with yellow centers.

mix Serenade has high fusarium tolerance like our Matsumoto series

Spray habit with an abundance of semidouble flowers on a single stem

Production cycle is approximately 14 weeks from sowing in spring or from the actual production date, if day length manipulation techniques are applied

The Serenade series offers a wide range of colors with flowers measuring 1.25 inches/3 cm in diameter

blue

blue tipped white

deep rose

red

scarlet

white

yellow

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CHAMPION Campanula medium annuum BELLFLOWER • Pelleted • F1

Champion is a well-known cut flower series, which can also be grown as a Valentine’s and Mother’s Day holiday pot plant. Champion also has an excellent vase life.

Annual blooming habit; only requires day length manipulation and moderate growing temperatures (55°F/13°C) Champion can be cropped 6 to 12 months of the year, depending on geography

blue

lavender

Using good growing techniques and plant growth regulators, Champion can also be produced as a pot plant for sales in early spring and other special dates such as Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day

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CHAMPION PRO Campanula medium annuum BELLFLOWER • Pelleted • F1

This fast-finishing, high-yielding series produces slightly smaller flower heads than the Champion series but produces more blooms per stem, thereby providing better color impact. More color on each stem

Thinner, flexible stems weigh less so lower transportation costs

Use as filler or focal point Smaller size flowers with harder flower petals than Champion, therefore easier to transport

deep blue

lavender

pink

white

Higher germination rate and more usable plugs Does not require vernalization to initiate flowers Optimum growing temperature is 55°F/13°C

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CHIEF Celosia argentea cristata CELOSIA • Standard

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, uniform, globe-shaped flower heads Very uniform growth pattern Highly suitable for cut flowers during periods of high temperature Dense plantings produce strong stems and high quality cut flowers

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carmine

fire

gold

red

rose

Also available in Persimmon

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CANDLE Delphinium elatum DELPHINIUM • Standard • F1

Today’s standard delphinium varieties are long day varieties but Candle is ideally suited for winter production and will flower with a minimum of 10 hours of daylength. Very early and uniform blooming Suitable for tunnel, greenhouse and open field production

blue shades

violet shades

Extremely stable and especially bred for short-day production schedules F1 hybrid vigor guarantees good results from subsequent flushes following first harvest

white shades

EUSTOMA

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GRACE Clarkia amoena GODETIA • Standard • F1

Grace is an F1 hybrid cut flower with excellent uniformity and broad range of colors. The branching and flower formation makes Grace suitable for high density packing and shipping over long distances This variety, depending on climate, can be grown year-round with the use of day length manipulation Grace grows best in dry climates with cool temperatures Best grown at 60-65°/15-18°C day, 50°F/10°C night

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Ideal temperature should not exceed more than 75°F/25°C

Produces cut flowers, measuring 24-30 inches/60-76 cm in height

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

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

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lavender with eye

red

salmon

shell pink

white

rose/pink

HELIANTHUS See page 110 for sunflower

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L I S I A NTHUS Long, thick stems; disease resistance and perfectly formed flowers are essential qualities for market success with lisianthus. Sakata leads the way in breeding highly specialized categories of lisianthus to help growers produce outstanding crops regardless of day length, temperature or light intensity. Sakata’s great genetics, combined with solid technical support, have helped make lisianthus one of the top-selling cut flowers in the world. 96 96

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BOREALIS Eustoma grandiflorum LISIANTHUS • Pelleted • F1 Group 0/Standard Double Flower

Ideal for winter harvest with high yield

Less blindness than with other standards on the market

Easier to get good stem height compared to Echo

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ECHO

Eustoma grandiflorum

LISIANTHUS • Pelleted • F1 Group I/Standard Double Flower The world’s first 100% all double, largeflowered lisianthus for cut flower production Spray type

Flower stalks are strong and easily support the large flowers A superb, popular series Plant height is approximately 28 inches/71 cm in summer

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champagne

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EXCALIBUR Eustoma grandiflorum LISIANTHUS • Pelleted • F1

Excalibur was bred for ease of production and is suitable for growing in equatorial areas where temperatures are a bit higher than standard for lisianthus. Works well in forcing as a Group II. Group II/Standard Double Flower

Advantageous medium sized double flowers

Strong stem quality

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

Top flowering, lowering the risk of flower botrytis while sleeved More usable flower buds Good vase life Easy-to-grow; achieves sufficient height

blue picotee

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Flower timing, Group II but slightly earlier than Flamenco or Mariachi® Quick and uniform plug performance Less sensitivity to rosette Suitable for production in low latitudes

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FLAMENCO Eustoma grandiflorum

LISIANTHUS • Pelleted • F1

Group II/Standard Double Flower Produces high quality, long-stemmed cut flowers with large blooms In comparison to Polestar, Flamenco has stronger and more voluminous stems

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

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MARIACHI® Eustoma grandiflorum LISIANTHUS • Pelleted • F1

Mariachi® features extra-double, large flowers that resemble camellia flowers. This high quality quadruple flower has a perfect form for mixed or straight bouquets. Mariachi is suitable for early spring to summer harvest. Group 2/ Standard Quadruple Flower Flower size is 2-2.75 inches/5-7 cm 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 Plant height is 30-38 inches/76-96 cm Flowering response time is similar to Flamenco

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carmine

lavender

lilac picotee

lime green

misty blue

misty pink

pink

pink picotee

pure white

yellow improved

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MARIACHI® GRANDE WHITE Eustoma grandiflorum LISIANTHUS • Pelleted • F1

Mariachi® Grande White is similar to a camellia in its flower form with a quadruple, fully double flower for high quality mixed or straight bouquets.

Ideal for late spring sowing and autumn harvest schedules

Higher temperatures promote clear white color

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

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

Plant height: 2.8-3.2 feet/85-98 cm The flower color, subject to growing temperatures, is ivory white to clear white

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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PICCOLO 1 Eustoma grandiflorum LISIANTHUS • Pelleted • F1

Piccolo 1 is in Group 1 like Polestar but has a more delicate flower size. Group 1/Spray Single Flower Today’s market standard in single flowered lisianthus Best botrytis resistance

apricot

Best lisianthus series for trouble free transportation due to smaller cup size and harder flower petals Sturdy stems and long vase life Widest color range

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PICCOLO 2 Eustoma grandiflorum LISIANTHUS • Pelleted • F1

This is the standard for single-flowered lisianthus. Because of the smaller cup size and hard flower petals, problems with botrytis in transportation are much less problematic. Piccolo 2 is 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 Best botrytis resistance

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deep rose

Sturdy stems and long vase life Group 2 like Flamenco but with more delicate flower size

Widest color range

deep blue

Best lisianthus series for trouble free transportation due to smaller cup size and harder flower petals

lime green

pure white

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ROSITA® 1 Eustoma grandiflorum LISIANTHUS • Pelleted • F1

Rosita®, along with Excalibur, is the standard in double-flowered lisianthus. With thick petals and strong stems, it’s easy to transport the flowers without botrytis problems. Rosita®1 is suitable for spring flowering.

Group 1/Spray Double Flower

Excellent vase life with more usable buds

Thick flower petals and top flowering reduce botrytis problems during transportation

High quality even with early flowering

Medium-sized, rose-shaped flowers

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ROSITA® 2 Eustoma grandiflorum LISIANTHUS • Pelleted • F1

Rosita® along with Excalibur, is the standard in double-flowered lisianthus. With thick petals and strong stems, it’s easy to transport the flowers without botrytis problems. Rosita® 2 and 3 are suitable for spring and early summer flowering. Group 2/Spray Double Flower

Medium-sized, rose-shaped flowers

Thick flower petals and top flowering reduce botrytis problems during transportation

Excellent vase life with more usable buds

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hot lips

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misty pink

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ROSITA® 3 Eustoma grandiflorum LISIANTHUS • Pelleted • F1

Rosita® along with Excalibur, is the standard in double-flowered lisianthus. With thick petals and strong stems, it’s easy to transport the flowers without botrytis problems. Rosita® 2 and 3 are suitable for spring and early summer flowering. Group 3/Spray Double Flower

Medium-sized, rose-shaped flowers

Thick flower petals and top flowering reduce botrytis problems during transportation

Excellent vase life with more usable buds

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WONDEROUS 1 & WONDEROUS DOUBLE 1 Eustoma grandiflorum LISIANTHUS • Pelleted • F1

Wonderous has very unique flower colors and has excellent vase life. Group 1 / Standard Single Flowers

Unique colors and unique color patterns

Thick flower petals and top flowering reduce botrytis problems during transportation

Excellent vase life with more usable buds

light brown

purple

double 1 brown

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ADMIRAL Antirrhinum majus

SNAPDRAGON • Standard • F1

mix Early flowering variety belonging to Group I

Bright, clear flower colors

Very uniform growth under short day conditions in winter

Tightly spaced florets on long flower spikes

crimson

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pink bicolor

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Antirrhinum majus SNAPDRAGON • Standard • F1 Group III and IV flowering

Extra large flower spikes with very bright colors

Easily managed in production Thick strong flower stems with excellent stem length

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pink

Bred for equatorial production areas Quick cycle turn with very high quality

pure white

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CHEERFUL Matthiola incana STOCK • Standard

Stock is a long-standing cut flower favorite because of the incredible fragrance and form. Stock requires cool temperatures for optimum flowering and quality but Cheerful is an early flowering series that requires less cooling to initiate flowering. Cheerful is generally one to three weeks earlier flowering than our Mid Cheerful series, depending on temperature. 90% of the plants produce double flowers without seedling selection for a more cost effective crop

Produces voluminous highly-scented blooms about 2 inches/5 cm across Extra-early flowering in cool climates From June sowing, cut flowers can be harvested in September Warmer locations, sow in August for November harvest Uniform plant habit

white

Strong stems, non-branching with deep green pubescent foliage

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MID CHEERFUL Matthiola incana STOCK • Standard

The Mid Cheerful series offers the same level of double flowers as Cheerful but flowers one to three weeks later than Cheerful if sown at the same time. With this variety, 90% of the plants produce double flowers without seedling selection for a more cost-effective crop Produces a profusion of highly-scented blooms, measuring approximately 2 inches/5 cm 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) High uniformity in plant habit Easy to cultivate for correct stem length

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IRON Matthiola incana STOCK • Standard

The Iron series is an innovative type of high-quality stock producing tight flower spikes on heads that do not stretch at the top. Iron is aptly named for the strong stems and and robust growth. Early-mid season flowering

Very hard, strong stems Very tightly spaced florets

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rose

white

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VIVAS Matthiola incana STOCK • Standard

The Vivas series was bred to initiate flowers at relatively mild temperatures, eliminating the cold treatment necessary for most series. Requires little to no cold treatment Can initiate flowers at relatively mild temperatures 55-60°F/13-16°C can be produced in greenhouses and hoop houses

Large, showy florets with bright, clear, crisp colors Selectable cotyledons to identify doubles Pubescent leaves for less insect problems

Earlier to flower than other series

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deep lavender

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QUARTET Matthiola incana STOCK • Standard

Strong stems support a beautiful spray of flowers, which make Quartet an excellent cut flower. The variety features an early blooming habit with sweetly scented flowers. Stock Quartet is a retail and consumer hit and ideally suited for bouquets. Quartet is also a popular spring bedding plant in some markets.

mix Spray-type Stock Early to bloom with approximately 55% double flowering plant ratio without seedling selection Suitable for a 6 inch/15 cm or gallon with the use of plant growth regulators

Highly decorative filler when used in mixed bouquets Requires pinching of the first flower bud to force secondary bud development and spray style flowers Cut flowers can be sold in single bouquets

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cherry blossom

deep apricot

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S U NF LOWE R Since Sakata first brought F1 hybrid sunflowers to the market in 1987, our breeding has been focused on pollenless, uniflora varieties that perform under short day conditions and lower temperatures. The introduction of Vincent速 in 2012 represents a major step forward in sunflower breeding. Vincent was bred to be more day length neutral for greater flexibility in programming, allowing growers to produce high quality crops early, mid and late season. 110 110

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SUNBRIGHT Helianthus annuus SUNFLOWER • Standard, Primax® • F1

Sunbright was bred for early flowering under short day conditions and low temperatures. Therefore, it excels in autumn/winter/spring and is very useable when the days are shorter and temperatures are lower. All of Sakata’s sunflowers are of uniflora type and pollen free. F1 hybrid quality Pollenless, uniflora type Good for winter flowering in cooler greenhouses under short day conditions Bred for large flower production under low nitrogen, low light level and low temperature conditions Blooms 50 days from sowing under short days Blooms approximately 70 to 80 days from sowing under long days of summer and is related to day length and temperature Suitable for both indoor and outdoor production systems Uniform and vigorous under low temperature and short days Holds up extremely well in long distance shipping Less susceptible to botrytis at harvesting stage

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SUNBRIGHT SUPREME Helianthus annuus SUNFLOWER • Standard, Primax® • F1

Like Sunbright, Sunbright Supreme is a tall cut flower variety bred for early flowering under short day conditions and low temperatures Compared to Sunbright, Sunbright Supreme is less sensitive to cold temperatures and flowers earlier under long days compared to Sunbright. Flowers also have more rounded petals. F1 hybrid quality Pollenless, uniflora type Sunbright Supreme is a short day response variety and more responsive (quicker flowering) under short day conditions than Sunbright Uniform and vigorous under low temperature and short days Blooms approximately 50 days from sowing under short winter days Holds up extremely well in long distance shipping Blooms approximately 70 days from sowing under long days of summer and is related to day length and temperature Strong flower stems and necks for upward facing flower heads Suitable for both indoor and outdoor production systems Very well suited for production of dwarf-type flowers used in bouquets Less susceptible to botrytis at harvest stage

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VINCENT® Helianthus annuus SUNFLOWER • Standard • F1

This series is a major step forward in sunflower breeding. Vincent® was bred to be less sensitive to day length for greater flexibility in programming, allowing growers to produce high quality crops early, mid and late season. Vincent’s Choice features the well-loved combination of a brown center and deep orange petals while Vincent’s Fresh has a crisp, green center which is a clear alternative to current selections. An extra ring of rounded, overlapping petals for better-filled, more attractive flower heads and an increased percentage of saleable stems Flowers face upwards on strong stems and necks Pollenless flower heads stay clean all through the distribution channel More daylength neutral for greater flexibility in programming Better height under short days; doesn’t get too tall under long days Short crop cycle and concentrated harvest means increased margins Strong seedling and plant vigor Also well-suited for producing dwarf-type flowers for bouquets

vincent’s® choice PVPAF SAKSUN002

vincent’s® fresh

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This year marks Sakata’s 100th anniversary of providing growers with innovative and value-added genetics. While our early reputation was built around world-class seed production, the quality of our vegetative assortment is second to none and continues to expand. Our breeding efforts are focused on delivering exceptional performance throughout the value chain; meeting the demands of growers, retailers and end consumers alike. In addition to delivering reliable and award-winning performance, we provide in-depth technical support for all our vegetative products. Our past dedication toward advancing the flower industry is reflected in our dynamic breeding programs and an impressive pipeline of innovative products to come. SAKATA

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VE G E TAT I V E Breeding breakthroughs don’t come around often, but Sakata’s vegetative assortment is a great place to start your search for innovative and award-winning genetics. Calipetite™ is a remarkably well-behaved calibrachoa that is ideal for high-density production, easy to ship and delivers an irresistable offer at retail. SunPatiens® is a revolutionary new category that grows in sun or shade, rain or shine, and provides unmatched color in the garden for three seasons of the year. Easy to grow and unaffected by downy mildew, more and more growers are converting to SunPatiens and watching their sales grow as a result. SuperCal® is a whole new genus with the best traits of petunia and calibrachoa rolled up into one super performer called petchoa. Featuring stronger roots, larger flowers and exceptional heat tolerance, it’s another fine example of Sakata products that provide value to growers, retailers and consumers alike.

FEAT UR E D P RO DU C TS : CALIPETITE™ page 117 • SUNPATIENS® page 122 • SUPERCAL® page 134 116

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CAL IPETIT E ™ Calipetite™ is a true breakthrough in calibrachoa breeding. It is a naturally compact mound of color that doesn’t require any growth regulators or supplemental lighting. This sweet series is ideal for mini color bowls, ships well and delivers irresistible retail shelf appeal and high sell-through. www.sakataornamentals.com

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CALIPETITE™ Calibrachoa x hybrida CALIBRACHOA

Calipetite™ grows into a dense ball of color and doesn’t require any PGRs. Let us repeat, NO PGRs. Naturally compact and well behaved, this series is ideal for shipping and has long lasting retail shelf appeal. It flowers readily under short days so early shipping in color is a breeze. Ideal for 3-in-1 combos, quart, multipack or 7-8 inch/18-20 cm color bowl.

calipetite (left) vs. traditional calibrachoa The BEST choice for high density/smallcontainer production

Dense mounding habit compared to typical leggy Calibrachoa

Naturally compact and well-branched (no PGRs required)

High pH tolerance (7.0) prevents yellow foliage

Daylength neutral - blooms without supplemental lighting

Perfect end cap item as 7-8 inch color bowl A natural fit for 3-in-1 combos

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yellow

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STAINED GLASSWORKS™ BURGUNDY WEDDING TRAIN Solenostemon x hybrida COLEUS

Part of the Stained Glassworks™ series of full-sun-tolerant coleus, Burgundy Wedding train is aptly named. This vegetative coleus has a trailing habit and is easy to grow. Burgundy leaves edged in lime This is a smaller leaved coleus that plays well with other plants Forms full mounds that trail over containers or in the garden Can be pinched or sheared as needed to control the shape 24-36 inches/60-90 cm Stained Glassworks™ is a trademark of Ecke Ranch

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STAINED GLASSWORKS™ EMERALD & SNOW Solenostemon x hybrida COLEUS

Emerald & Snow is an upright landscape coleus and part of the Stained Glassworks™ series of full-sun-tolerant coleus. Emerald green foliage with splashes of white mixes well with other plants This upright coleus grows 24-36 inches tall Can be pinched or sheared for desired shape Stained Glassworks™ is a trademark of Ecke Ranch

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ORANGE MARMALADE Crossandra infundibuliformis FIRECRACKER FLOWER

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

Glossy green foliage and large, bright orange flower clusters bring a tropical flair to home or patio Ideal for summer programs

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Outstanding in mixed containers, patio planters and beds Can be grown in a variety of container sizes including 4-6 inch/10-15 cm pots and baskets

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PINBALL™ Gomphrena hybrid GOMPHRENA

As the first vegetative Gomphrena on the market, Pinball™ stands apart with its strong mounding habit and vibrant color for higher retail sell-through. Proven landscape performance, exceptional heat and drought tolerance, and outstanding retail presentation make this a winner at retail and for consumers. The unique texture, mounding habit and continuous flowering are ideal in mixed containers.

In independent trails across North America, Pinball delivered exceptional garden performance through even the most extreme summer conditions.

NEW for 2013!

Delivers worry-free color all summer long

Strong semi-mounding habit loaded with vibrant flowers for ideal retail presentation

Unique flower form and intense colors make Pinball an excellent component plant for mixed combinations

Excellent heat and drought tolerance

purple

snow-tip lavender

white

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SunPatiens速 offer unrivaled three-season flower power and increasing consumer brand preference creates pull through demand at retail. For complete information on branded packaging and other retail support materials, please go to www.SunPatiens.com/marketing or scan the QR code to the right. 122

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These remarkable plants represent a breeding breakthrough: robust, sun-loving, heat-loving New Guinea-type impatiens that thrive in full sun or part shade and deliver continuous color from spring through hard frost. Unaffected by downy mildew, SunPatiensÂŽ are an excellent alternative to seed impatiens, offering non-stop color and impressive 3-to-1 coverage in the garden.

Choose from three distinct habits in 23 colors that perform in sun or shade, rain or shine. UNAFFECTED BY DOWNY MILDEW Easy-to-grow and versatile Grow cool for highest quality and save energy costs Strong root development for quick establishment and growth; roots in 2 weeks No PGRs needed when grown as directed

Direct stick in containers up to 6 inch/13 cm Very fast growth for quick turns – 2 to 3 weeks shorter crop time than standard varieties! Thrives under high heat and humidity, outperforming traditional New Guinea impatiens in growth, stress tolerance and flower power

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SUNPATIENS速 COMPACT Impatiens x hybrida hort The Compact Series is bred for smaller container production with the best habit for strong retail appeal. This series is also good for multipack production.

The best choice for multipack, high density production Shorter internodes and exceptional branching for dense, bushy plants

No PGRs needed when grown as directed Grows 16-32 inches/40-80 cm tall and 14-24 inches/35-60 cm wide in the landscape UNAFFECTED BY DOWNY MILDEW EW

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coral

deep rose

electric orange

hot coral

US PP19,597

US PP19,622

US PP21,753

PPAF SAKIMP025

PPAF SAKIMP026

lilac

magenta

orange

red

white improved

US PP19,392

US PP21,769

US PP19,498

PPAF SAKIMP030

PPAF SAKIMP027

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SUNPATIENS速 SPREADING Impatiens x hybrida hort Spreading SunPatiens速 have a mounding habit and are ideal for baskets, containers and in the landscape where fast coverage is needed.

Grows 20-36 inches/50-90 cm tall and 24-36 inches/60-90 cm wide in the landscape

Mounding habit is perfect for baskets and containers and for fast coverage in beds UNAFFECTED BY DOWNY MILDEW EW

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carmine red

corona

pink flash

salmon

white

PPAF SAKIMP022

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PPAF SAKIMP031

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SUNPATIENS速 VIGOROUS Impatiens x hybrida hort Vigorous SunPatiens速 are ideal in large landscapes and municipal plantings. The Vigorous series provides outstanding performance where fast-growing, massive color is essential. This is an ideal product for 60-70mm landscape-ready liners or larger container production. New plantings root fast and fill in rapidly and develop strong stems for long-lasting displays that hold up well in rain and wind.

Ideal for 60-70 mm landscape-ready liners

Grows 24-48 inches/60-122 cm tall and 2430 inches/60-76 cm wide in the landscape

UNAFFECTED BY DOWNY MILDEW

blush pink

coral

lavender

magenta

PPAF SAKIMP023

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US PP17,662

orange

pink

red

white

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MAGIC CARPET™ Mecardonia MECARDONIA

A tough, durable plant that is loaded with a continuous supply of bright yellow flowers all season long. Magic Carpet™ features a semi-mounding habit that presents well at retail. Because it is both frost and heat tolerant, it is an ideal season extender for early and late sales.

yellow PPAF SAKMEC002

Extremely early to bloom and frost tolerant for early spring sales

magic carpet™ hanging baskets

Vibrant yellow blooms blanket plants early in the season and all through summer Semi-upright mounding habit is ideal for 4 inch/10 cm production and superb in baskets as a mix component Durable along garden paths, in high traffic areas and between pavers Native to Argentina; extremely heat tolerant

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CAPE DAISY™ Osteospermum x hybrida OSTEOSPERMUM

Our Cape Daisy™ osteo series features core main colors as well as unique novelties to differentiate your assortment from the mainstream production.

fire burst Robust, well-branched plants completely covered with flowers

Flowers stay open under low-light conditions

Large, flat blooms feature unique colors with high retail appeal

Can be produced in 6 -8 inch/15-20 cm pots as well as patio planters and mixed containers

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eye catcher purple

fire burst

mara

nasinga™ purple

US PP22,853

PPAF SAKOST8340

PPAF SAKOST8433

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nasinga™ white

nuanza copper purple

purple

softly pink imp

terracotta

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PPAF SAKOST8366

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CASCADIA DAISY Osteospermum x hybrida OSTEOSPERMUM

Bred for use in hanging baskets or as a groundcover, Cascadia opens up a new market segment for osteos. First commercial osteospermum series with a true trailing habit Good heat tolerance 68°F/20°C

Flowers always face out for greater color impact Ideal for hanging baskets

pink

white

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CRESENDO™ Osteospermum x hybrida OSTEOSPERMUM

Crescendo™ is a vigorous SUMMER osteo with exceptional heat tolerance for later season sales. The semi-mounding habit makes them ideal for baskets and containers as well as combinations and beds. The SUMMER OSTEO bred to bloom and set new buds throughout the summer heat

An inter-specific hybrid bred to be produced under warmer conditions than other Osteos

Extra large daisy flowers stay in bloom all summer

Vigorous grower with semi-mounding habit is ideal for mixed containers

compact purple

dawn blush

light purple

primrose

yellow

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SIDE SHOW™ Osteospermum x hybrida OSTEOSPERMUM

Side Show™ is the go-to series for uniform mass production and heat tolerance. Shorter plants mean more racks per cart for efficient shipping. Compact, upright habit with strong stems and exceptional flower power Flowers continue to bloom through summer heat in most areas Ideal for 4-6 inch/10-20 cm pots, patio or mass garden plantings This early blooming series is very well branched and easy to produce dense, full plants with high consumer appeal Tolerates a wide range of production conditions

purple

bicolor pink

bicolor purple

copper apricot

copper yellow

AKZAPIB

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SAKSISCAP

US PP19,566

golden yellow

purple

white

yellow glow

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LUCKY Oxalis sp. CLOVER

Lucky’s bronze foliage with deep purple undersides and bright yellow flowers add contrast to mixed containers. It is also a striking specimen plant. This sterile ornamental clover thrives in warm temperatures and works well for summer sales. Thrives in warm temperatures so is ideal for summer basket sales The mounded to trailing habit works well in mixed containers Lucky is sterile so is non-invasive

yellow

hanging basket

MINI BLAST™ ROSE Petunia PETUNIA

A cousin to the ever popular Raspberry Blast®, Mini Blast™ Rose is 10-12 days earlier to bloom and has a more controlled, mounding habit. Flowers are smaller in size but maintain a consistent pattern. EW

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NEW for 2013! Unique tri-color star pattern flowers delivers the WOW factor at retail Excellent branching with strong mounding habit is ideal for both quart and basket production Continous supply of medium-size flowers cover the entire plant Good heat tolerance for strong summer performance

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SUPERTUNIA® Petunia hybrida PETUNIA

Proven Winners® Supertunia® collection of vegetative petunias represent some of the best varieties on the market, ideally selected for garden performance. Sakata is pleased to have several varieties of petunias in this outstanding collection. Striking tones and colors Outstanding performers in containers, hanging baskets and beds Extremely free flowering with blooms over the whole plant

Very good weather tolerance over a wide climate range Continuous blooming through the season Day length neutral, able to flower under short days

raspberry blast

royal magenta

royal velvet

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SUMMER JOY™ Portulaca oleracea PORTULACA

Summer Joy™ is a vegetative series of prostrate portulaca with large single flowers. A vigorous, spreading habit that is good as a groundcover and in baskets or containers

Extra-large flowers are 2-2.5 inches/5-6 cm across

orange

pink

scarlet

wine red

yellow

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SUN DANCE™ Portulaca oleracea PORTULACA

With a semi-mounding, upright habit, Sun Dance™ makes a strong retail presentation and colorful show in the garden. Large flowers stay open longer into the early evening for greater consumer satisfaction Excellent season extender Extremely heat tolerant providing color throughout the summer

decorative mix

cherry red

gold

lemon

pink

rose

white

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SAKPOR005

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SAKPOR001

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For complete information on branded packaging and other retail support materials, please go to SuperCalPetunia.com or scan the QR Code below.

When comes garden performance, SuperCal速 is When ititcomes to to garden performance, SuperCal速 is uniquely uniquely to all other petunias. superior tosuperior other petunias. 速 petunia, Calibrachoa, SuperCal速 combines the of best of both to deliver PartPart petunia, partpart calibrachoa, SuperCal combines the best both to deliver superiorand performance and higher customer satisfaction. superior performance higher customer satisfaction.

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The All-Weather Petunia!™ SuperCal® delivers value to growers, retailers and consumers alike because its breatkthrough intergeneric breeding combines the best qualities of petunias and calibrachoa into one unique series. Non-sticky foliage, large flowers, healthy vigor and exceptional heat tolerance deliver the performance consumers demand. Use SuperCal® to enhance the WOW factor of your combined planters and baskets as well. www.supercalpetunia.com

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SUPERCAL® The All Weather Petunia™ Petchoa hybrids

Known for its large vibrant flowers and superior outdoor performance, SuperCal® is the ideal combination of petunia and calibrachoa. For the grower, SuperCal is early blooming, pH tolerant and ideal for cold-frame/low-energy production. For the retailer, non-sticky foliage provides a cleaner look, strong roots keep leaves greener under stress, and crisp vibrant flowers provide higher sell-through. For the consumer, exceptional garden performance under all kinds of weather - from unexpected late frosts, to rainy-wet cycles and even through the high heat of summer. SuperCal® delivers value.

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Large flowers and robust habit are ideal component plant for mixed baskets and containers as well as beds Early flowering and low temperature requirement for cost effective, early season production

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SuperCal varieties tend to fall under two habits - Upright and Trailing. As plants mature they all develop a strong semi-mounding finish; however, it’s important to consider these differences when selecting varieties for small pot production UPRIGHT

artist rose

blue

blushing pink

terra cotta

vanilla blush

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PPAF SAKPXC008

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US PP21,545

TRAILING

cherry

neon rose

pink ice

purple

velvet

violet

US PP21,853

US PP19,130

US PP23,372

US PP19,129

US PP18,824

PPAF SAKPXC011

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WHAT’S NEW FOR

GREENHOUSE GROWERS

ASPABROC F1 Baby Broccoli Sakata Home Grown, a vegetable seed division at Sakata America, has been very busy finding great new varieties for the home garden. We have a fantastic line-up of great tasting, productive, and easy to grow vegetables that consumers crave. Here are just a few of the highlights for 2013.

Available as seed to home gardeners for the first time! Known as Broccolini® in the produce section of your grocery store and on restaurant menus, Aspabroc resembles a broccoli raab with an asparagus stem, and offers a mild taste. Aspabroc is easy to grow and requires little space. First maturity of the central shoots is 50-60 days from transplant.

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DEDICATED HOME GROWN WEB PAGES The newly upgraded Sakata vegetables website now includes a special section designed especially for home garden suppliers. To peruse the site, just scan the QR code to the right or go to www.sakatavegetables.com and click on the Home Grown tab. Our website also includes suggested varieties for starting a vegetable line or adding a new collection.

WE’D LOV E TO M E ET YOU We participate in CAST and OFA at the Sakata booth, and have vegetable trials in August and November. Please come see us. To learn more about Home Grown events, please visit us on the web.

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SNOWBOWL F1 Cauliflower Snowbowl (SCF4508) is a mid-early maturing variety (90-95 days from transplant) with good uniformity and tight inner wrapper leaves. Plant stature is smaller than others, making it ideal for tight spaces. Snowbowl produces heavy, domeshaped heads with small air pockets and excellent curd quality.

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To see our entire line-up, check out www.sakatavegetables.com ORANGE YOU SWEET • RIGHT ON RED YES TO YELLOW • F1 HUNGARIAN CHEESE PEPPERS This fun series is very early maturing (65-68 days from transplant) yet sets continuous high yields. Peppers hang like ornaments on top of full, 18-24 inch plants. Fruits are flattened and round, with flutes around the stem end, and have thick walls. The plants are suitable for garden or container growing and the harvests are well suited for stuffing or pickling.

PEPPERMINT Swiss Chard Peppermint is the only chard with two-toned stems. Highly ornamental plants boast pure white petioles with vibrant pink streaks topped by dark green, glossy leaves. Peppermint matures in 58-63 days from seeding and shows very high resistance to bolting. It is a great choice for specialty produce or mixed with ornamentals and performs well across multiple seasons.

EARLY SUMMER F1 Bell Pepper Early Summer (XPP8048Y) is an extra-large, dark green-toyellow bell pepper with strong plants and a very impressive yield potential. The fruit are firm, smooth, glossy and high quality, with thick walls and a uniformly blocky shape. Early Summer has an excellent disease resistance package.

TOUCHDOWN F1 Bell Pepper Touchdown (SPP6001) offers a strong, prolific plant with continuous setting ability and excellent cover. This variety has a very high yield potential of large to extra-large blocky fruit that mature from dark green to deep red. The fruit are smooth with thick walls and have a crisp, good flavor.

PRIMAVERA F1 Squash Primavera is a high-yielding hybrid vegetable spaghetti squash. It has similar size (2.5-3 pounds) to the standard OP variety with nice canary yellow skin color at maturity. The fruit have excellent uniformity in size and shape, growing on a restricted vine that does not get as long as the standard OP. 408-778-7758

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SEED 10-113

BEDDING 12-59

POT CROPS 60-84

CUT FLOWERS 85-113

VEGETATIVE 114-137 VEGETABLE 138-139

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