Trial: Annual
Years Trialed: 1996Good Qualities
Bright yellow color (2) which held well when dried; Productive (2); Strong stems; Useful in many dried flower applications.Problems
Stems and flowers don't have enough bulk to be good for bunches; Our summer was not warm enough to grow these lovelies (Nantucket, MA); Leggy growth and a need for constant harvest of flower heads in order to maximize production. Stems do not dry stiff enough to be useful as a dried product.Trial Data
| Yield (stems/plant) | Stem Length (inches) | Market Appreciation Rating¹ | Repeat Again Rating¹ | Ease of Cultivation Rating¹ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average | 6.5 | 7.4 | 2.0 | 1.8 | 3.4 |
¹1 to 5 scale, with 5 being the best. Market ratings are based on sales to wholesalers, retailers, or final consumers direct.
Comments
I found this one weak and didn't withstand summer heat.; Very easy to propagate and an excellent performer in the greenhouse as well as in field. The plant habit requires close attention to prevent stems from laying on the soil surface thus opening a window for disease; Very uniform plants - nearly 100% germination.