CSU recognizes best annuals in 2017 flower trials Email
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Monday, November 20, 2017 06:00 AM

CalibrachoaThe Colorado State University Flower Trial season is over, and the ”Best of” annuals list has been released. Plants are evaluated for plant vigor, uniformity, floriferousness and tolerance to environmental and biotic stresses in the Rocky Mountain region.

Highlights from the list of winners include:

Best of Show - Calibrachoa 'CHAMELEON® Indian Summer Improved' from Westhoff 
The top award for the 2017 flower trial had eye-catching color combined with great vigor for exceptional flower power. Varying shades of red, rose, pink and yellow were ever changing to create a dynamic appearance. The flowers of the CHAMELEON® series are selected for their ability to change color as environmental conditions change which was evident in this selection. Blooming continued strong all summer and into September. Plants maintained a uniform growth habit that enveloped the container as a ball of flowers.

Millet copper princeBest Novelty - Millet 'Copper Prince' from PanAmerican Seed
This plant is an excellent selection for the senses and texture in a garden. It had stout, large, fuzzy panicles of dark rose/bronze rising high above the plant. The arching foliage had wide blades and plants were very uniform with a unique caramel/copper color during the summer. This plant would create a very dramatic look in the landscape or in a large container.

LantanaBest New Variety - Lantana 'Luscious® Royale Cosmo' from Proven Winners
These plants resulted in a great overall appearance with a very uniform rounded growth habits and strong flowering all over. Flowers had a unique color and were on top of the foliage for maximum flower power.

See more than two dozen other annuals recognized for 2017 at the Flower Trials web site.

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