Trial: Annual
Years Trialed: 1996Good Qualities
+ Color (4); Fair vase life with supplemental flower food.; Very little Xanthomonas. A nice white uniform flower. Sturdy plants. Have not had good luck with white zinnias previously.; Holds up well. Strong stems.; Small flowers.; Pretty white small flowers, strong plant, profuse bloomer.; Very uniform, nice for a white zinnia.Problems
Short stems (3); Fungal pathogens and thrips in the greenhouse.; Small flowers, disease resistance low, no marketable flowers.; Shorter but overall most sturdy stems of all the colors. Latest to produce saleable flowers.; Mildew.;Trial Data
| Yield (stems/plant) | Stem Length (inches) | Market Appreciation Rating¹ | Repeat Again Rating¹ | Ease of Cultivation Rating¹ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average | 13.2 | 12.9 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.5 |
¹1 to 5 scale, with 5 being the best. Market ratings are based on sales to wholesalers, retailers, or final consumers direct.
Comments
Similar to 'Polar Bear' (2) (but 'Oklahoma' flowers were not as large) and Purity.; Easy to grow and to use. There is a place for new white flowers in the market. A better greenhouse than field performer.