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The article presents the photographs of perennials and edibles and succulents from companies including Hort Couture Plants LLC and Darwin Perennials and Dummen Orange which were on display at the 2016 California Spring Trial.

The article previews the horticultural event "California Spring Trials" which will introduce new perennial varieties of flowers like Surfina petunias,Surdiva scaevolas, and Suntory lobelias, to be held from April 9 tp 14 and organized by the AmericanHort.

The article features Jeremy Windemuller, trial manager at Zeeland, Michigan-based garden center Walters Gardens Inc., mentioning his experience of hybridizing varieties of perennials.

The article offers information about new perennial varieties from around the world, including the Moonshine flowers from ornamental plant grower Aris Horticulture, Fairy Bells Gaudi Violet flowers from wholesale florist PlantHaven, and Grape Taffy plant from wholesale florist Walter Gardens Inc.

The article presents container perennials as a new way for customers interested in investing in a garden and as a selling opportunity for breeders and growers. It mentions the benefits offered of container perennials with low maintenance and return on investment. It discusses the suggested perennials for containers, the advantages of growing perennials in containers, and recommended perennial combinations.

The article lists and offers information on plants that can survive the summer heat in Texas. It presents data on hardiness, zone and perennial or annual information. Plants covered include the Allium x hybrid Millennium from Walters Gardens, Caryopteris clandonensis Blue Fountain from grower Proven Winners, and Scaevola Surdiva series from grower Suntory Flowers. Also covered are Catharanthus roseus, Portulaca oleracea and Ricinus communis plants.

The article focuses on the continued growth of the Web-based National Plant Trials Database, which was launched in 2012 by All-America Selections (AAS). Topics discussed include the positive reviews the database's easy access feature is receiving, the initiative's participating breeders, and the participating trial sites in the U.S. and Canada. Also mentioned is the planned addition of perennials and edibles to the tool's vegetative and seed database.

The article offers information on several varieties of perennial plants. Among the perennial plants mentioned include the Moon Dust from genus Achillea, Little Adder from genus Agastache and the Golden Spring from Alyssum genus. The distinguishing features of the plants and their peak season for growth are also mentioned.

The article offers information on several perennial varieties. The Bella Donna from Ball Ornamentals has a summer-long profusion of fragrant white flowers on variegated foliage. The New Vintage series of achillea from Darwin Perennials is available in bold colors that mature to attractive shades. The Lime Streak from Rancho Tissue Technologies is characterized by green foliage with a light-lime streak down the center of each leaf.

The article offers information on several drought-tolerant plant varieties included in the 2013 Dallas Arboretum Trial Program in Texas. They include the Gomphrena "Fireworks' annual bred from PanAmerican Seed, the Ligustrum "Sunshine" shrub from Ball Ornamentals, and the Hesperaloe Brakelights perennial from Mountain States Wholesale Nursery.

The article discusses the powdery mildew disease, a fungal disease that affects the bedding plants, perennials and woody ornamentals. The author Paul Pilon states that this disease is easy to manage and control if the symptoms are detected early. He discusses a few techniques to minimize damage caused by the mildew disease. Pilon states that the presence of whitish-gray, talcum-like powdery patches in the upper leaf surface is the initial indication of the disease. He advises to use biorational compounds and fungicides to control the growth of the disease.

The article offers information on perennials, shrubs and trees for 2013 including the Beijing Gold Peking Tree Lilac, the Campanula Ringsabell Mulberry Rose, and the Echinacea purpurea Supreme Cantaloupe.

The article discusses the results of a survey of greenhouses about the top 15 plant varieties. According to Green Gates Farms account manager Wendy Becker, the perennials in the top 15 list are easy to grow. The survey found that geraniums is the top variety grown in greenhouses. Some of other top varieties include petunias, verbenas and begonias.

The article offers information on 10 perennials that can be easily grown by customers. The Echinace or Butterfly Kisses, it says, can grow up to 15 inches and requires full sun to bloom from June to September while the Salvia Merleau can be easily grown with a long blooming period and the Iberis Masterpiece as a new perennial that will bloom from spring to fall. It also notes other compact plants including the Gaura Rosy Jane, Penstemon Taffy and Lavander Phenomenal.

The article examines the U.S. trends and crop shifts that are affecting greenhouse growers. The 2012 State of the Industry survey of "Greenhouse Management," showed that 40.1% of respondent growers plan to increase production of vegetable starter plants and 24.2% plan to increase produce production. Perennial Favorites Nursery owner Preston Cox stated that one trend is in edibles and herbs which have been experiencing 20% to 25% yearly. Another shift reportedly is an increase in perennials.

This article introduces new perennial plant varieties from selected breeders worldwide. Agastache Acapulco Deluxe from Green Fuse Botanical is dark blue in color and perennial to Zone 5. Agave Santina from Rancho Tissue Technologies is a spineless Agave produced through tissue culture and hardy in full sun for Zones 7 and 8. Andropogon Red October from Intrinsic Perennials has deep green foliage and burgundy red flowers. Other plants and breeders are featured with contact details provided.

The article offers information on drought-tolerant perennial plants which help growers in saving time and money on watering. The Schizachyrum scoparium thrives in a roadside ditch while Heuchera Caramel grows well in dry side. It also describes the Sporobolus heterolepis, Polystichum polyblepharum and Echinacea pallida.

The article previews several new perennial varieties including "Blue Boa," from terra Nova Nurseries, the Decadence series from Proven Winners and "Sweet Marmalade" from Blooms of Bressingham.

The article presents information on the perennial varieties offered by breeders as of August 2011. Jelitto Perennial Seeds is set to introduce two agastaches, Bolero and Tango, with the latter having funnel-shaped orange flowers. Rancho Tissue Technologies are introducing the Cameron Blue, characterized by curving imprints on the back and an open rosette shape, while Darwin Perennials has the Evening Glow which features a large habit and bronze foliage.

This article focuses on practices that may be implemented by perennial growers for a successful perennial production. It stresses the importance of early planning and setting the goals of the perennial program, such as container sizes and targeted sales window. It advises growers to choose the best starter material depending on finished container size. It also states that inspection of all shipments of plant materials received is important to ensure good quality.

This article focuses on the expansion of greenhouse facilities made by ornamental grass grower Emerald Coast Growers based in Pensacola, Florida. The company has added two greenhouses in Florida, which is expected to contribute a minimum 10 percent annual growth in its perennial program. Statements from Paul Babikow, the company's president of operations, about the expansion are presented. INSETS: Emerald Coast Growers;From grasses to perennials.

The article highlights the trends in gardening in 2011. Susan McCoy of the Garden Media Group said planting for a greener good could change neighborhoods and communities. It was also noted that perennials would continue to attract the attention of young shoppers. It was mentioned that the garden will become even more of a retreat for the aficionados than in the past.

The article lists new varieties of perennial plants from plant breeders worldwide which includes the Achillea ptarmica, the Agastache pallidflora and the Ajuga Sparkler from Terra Nova Nurseries.

The article focuses on new plants being made available by plant breeders, particularly flowering shrubs. It is inferred that competition in retail, growth in the perennial market, and plant protection has resulted in improved plants. The author discusses how specific plant varieties have affected entire species.

The article discusses several different types of roses and perennials that are for sale in 2009 including the Amber Sunblaze Rose, the California Dreamin' Rose and the Flower Carpet Amber Rose.

The article offers information on the different pests that usually infest herbaceous perennials and offers ways to detect and control such pests. It states that early detection of pests ensures proper timing of necessary treatments and it can be done by creating a good scouting program that is regularly and consistently done. An overview of some common insect and mite pests to be checked when growing herbaceous perennials is given.

The article discusses a research conducted at the University of Florida in Milton and Virginia Tech which investigated the management of nutrient deficiencies of perennials. The researchers found that traditionally heavy application of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium was unnecessary in field production of caladium tubers. They also cited the importance of frequent growing media testing to monitor and chart soluble salt levels.

The article offers step-by-step instructions for producing several varieties of perennials including the Arabis caucasia Snowfix, the Aquilegia x hybrida Double Winky series and the Astilbe x arendsii Astary dwarf series.

The article offers information on the perennial genera featured in the 2007 summer perennial trial of Pacific Plug and Liner (PP&L) in Watsonville, California. The three genera are Echinacea, Heuchera and Sedum. PP&L has chosen said genera for their wide market appeal and large number of available varieties and new breeding. The author discusses the culture selections and the criteria for the trial. Varieties that received the PP&L Grower's Choice designation are presented.

The article focuses on a study by researchers at the University of Florida in Milton and Virginia Tech which investigated the prevention of nutritional deficiencies in the perennial Euryops pectinatus. The plant performs best in full to partial sun, and well-drained, slightly alkaline soils. Common symptoms of nutrient deficiencies include lower leaf yellowing and interveinal chlorosis of young leaves.

This article offers information on the latest perennial cultivars offered by various breeders, including Acer palmatum 'Shirazz' from Novalis, the Seduction series of Achillea from Blooms of Bressingham and Agastache mexicana 'Sangria' from Jelitto.