Trial: Annual
Years Trialed: 1995
Good Qualities
Color (3), good in bouquets and by the bunch, grew well, no stem rot in field, sturdy stems, nicely formed heads, good foliage, very vigorous, fast grower.
Problems
No problems (2), entire Sparkler series was a bit short for easy use in mixed bouquets, didn't dry well, flowered too soon in field and didn't get the needed stem length.
Trial Data
| Yield (stems/plant) | Stem Length (inches) | Market Appreciation Rating¹ | Repeat Again Rating¹ | Ease of Cultivation Rating¹ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average | 12.8 | 20.3 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.6 |
¹1 to 5 scale, with 5 being the best. Market ratings are based on sales to wholesalers, retailers, or final consumers direct.
Supplier
Sakata Seed America, Inc. 18095 Serene Dr. Morgan Hill, CA 95037
