A ground-breaking boxwood series and four brand-exclusive varieties join the PDSI portfolio
(Carpinteria, California—March 2022)—Plant Development Services, Inc. (PDSI) is readying the pitch of the Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club for the California Spring Trials (CAST) taking place March 30-April 2, 2022. PDSI’s new releases are distinguished by the debut of a signature brand poised to transform the boxwood market, Better Boxwood®. Also being introduced are four new ornamental varieties from Southern Living® and Sunset® Plant Collections that offer consumers spectacular color and vibrant texture to enliven the landscape.
New and Brand-Exclusive
With an eye toward meeting the growing consumer demand for versatile varieties and colors that pop, PDSI is introducing the following brand-exclusive varieties:
Dianthus Pickables™ ColorPop. Bright, hot-pink blooms with a lavender-pink eye pop on strong stems all season long. Use these foot-tall bloomers in full sun to part shade in USDA Zones 5-10.
Gaillardia REALFLOR® Fanfare Amber Glow. Amber Glow brings a new, vibrant shade of orange to the Fanfare family, along with an improved habit and a long bloom time. This variety glows in full sun throughout USDA Zones 5-10.
Leucanthemum REALFLOR® Real Cream. Real Cream brings an organic-buttery yellow to the Shasta Daisies. Its strong stems make this a nice addition to the array of flowers in a cutting garden. Earlier to bloom than Goldcup, this 24-in. by 18-in. plant is at home in full sun locations in USDA Zones 5-10.
Colocasia Royal Hawaiian® Waikiki. This glossy green colocasia with white and flamingo-pink veining is a color breakthrough in the category. The compact and clumping habit make it ideal for both patio containers and garden use. Situate this 3-ft. by 3-ft. tropical plant anywhere from full sun to part shade conditions in USDA Zones 8-11.
These four color-contagious new perennials for 2023 will be available exclusively in the Southern Living and Sunset Plant Collections. Come preview all of them at CAST.
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About Plant Development Services Inc.
Plant Development Services Inc. was founded in 1996 by third-generation nurseryman Greg Smith. Plant Development Services’ grower-friendly approach combines innovative genetics from their in-house breeding program and an international network of leading-edge breeder partners; world-class merchandising and marketing tools; and sensible pricing. The result is comprehensive programs that create value for growers and retailers and their new plant partners. PDSI owns and/or licenses more than 100 patented plant properties and manages game changing brands including Better Boxwood®, Encore® Azalea, the Southern Living® Plant Collection, and the Sunset® Plant Collection. To learn more about Plant Development Services Inc., visit https://plantdevelopment.com/