Selecta's Barbatus Kiwi collection now available

After a trial-period of 2 years, the cuttings of the new Selecta Cut Flowers Barbatus Kiwi collection are available this year.

Codes selection.

So far, the following varieties are available; Kiwi Mellow (intense green), Kiwi Boom (green, very big flower size) and Kiwi Cherry (ball with red blush). These varieties stand out thanks to their color, shape, texture, stem development and height. They don't have petals, but distinctive green hairs.

Kiwi Boom. (Grown in the Netherlands)

According to the breeder, Selecta One, the Kiwis bring diversity to producers, while having a balanced and stable assortment, ensuring high premium products for wholesalers and florists. "All of the Kiwis have different flowering methods and characteristics, making them perfect varieties for all producers."

Kiwi Cherry and Mellow. (Grown in the Netherlands)

Comparing to the conventional varieties which are on the market nowadays Selecta mentions the following additional value of the Kiwis:

- perfect shape; nice round ball, even with low day length.
- excellent stem quality and length
- high field resistance
- strong dark green color
- very good return on m2
- high average prices on auction
- different varieties for different climate zones

Kiwi Cherry. (Grown in the Netherlands)

Furthermore they seem to be easy to work with for florists as they can be combined with all kinds of flower arrangements, have long vase life and are available year-round. "It is a 100% green flower, it has a spectacular shape, texture and color. It brings diversity with it's fully green round head. Balance and stable product for growers, wholesalers and florists."

For more information
Selecta Cut Flowers
www.selecta-one.com