Trial: Annual
Years Trialed: 1999
Good Qualities
Strong stems (3); Large heads (2); Uniform flowering (2); Earlier than Sunbright by 7 to 10 days (2); Early flowered in 50 days; Attractive stem color, flower heads approximately 4; across; Will definitely grow again next year; Seems pretty much like 'Sunbright'; Stems stronger and a little shorter than Sunbright; Good contrast of colors; Excellent flower size; Good color and overlapping petals.
Problems
Not as much interest in these, most consumers I spoke with would rather have 1 larger bloom over 4-5 smaller off-shoots; Not enough breaks. Seemed to be nutrient deficient. My customers didn't like the color; Variable timing; A little short, cupped flowers;
Comments
Similar to Sunbright (2); Smaller diameter of branching stems, but branching stem length 12-14; Didn't seem to bloom earlier than 'Sunbright'; One flower per plant; This plant was a little more “coarse” or stocky than 'Sunbright'. I prefer 'Sunbright'; Looks like many other cultivars but was really early.
Trial Data
| Yield (stems/plant) | Stem Length (inches) | Market Appreciation Rating¹ | Repeat Again Rating¹ | Ease of Cultivation Rating¹ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average | 2.0 | 30.3 | 3.7 | 3.5 | 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
