Trial: Annual
Years Trialed: 1996
Good 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.;
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.
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.
Supplier
Benary Seed 1444 Larson St. Sycamore, IL 60178
