Trial: Annual
Years Trialed: 2000Good Qualities
One plant results in one full bouquet; Dependable, reliable and attractive series, the easiest asters to grower with less Aster Yellows and lodging; Great color, many good flower clusters, mini vase flowers.Problems
This color is not appreciated by my customers as much as other Serenades, if this was the only one we grow in series, customers would probably love them; Leaf miners.Trial Data
| Yield (stems/plant) | Stem Length (inches) | Market Appreciation Rating¹ | Repeat Again Rating¹ | Ease of Cultivation Rating¹ | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wholesale | Retail | Consumer | |||||
| Average | 5.6 | 15.3 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.7 | 4.7 | 4.7 |
¹1 to 5 scale, with 5 being the best. Market ratings are based on sales to wholesalers, retailers, or final consumers direct.
Comments
All Serenades are excellent asters; Use one layer of support in the field to keep upright in open areas; Fast to bloom, 5 weeks, did not rebloom, 6 weeks plant life, vase life - 7 days.