In two weeks, the first edition of the Garden Trials and Trade 2018 will take place. From June 12-14, 34 companies, including a number of foreign participants, will present their novelties and innovations in the field of woody plants and perennials in the Plantarium building at the International Trade Centre in Boskoop-Hazerswoude, the Netherlands. There will be a lot of novelties on display and below you can find the first part of the novelties that have been notified for the novelty inspection at Garden Trials and Trade.
Acer pseudoplatanus 'Hermitage'
Acer pseudoplatanus 'Hermitage' is an unusual maple. Although the first bronze-coloured shoots might suggest otherwise, the foliage becomes variegated with large white and dark green patches early on in the season. The plant remains variegated for longer than existing cultivars and the colours are repeated in small spots on the larger patches. The palmate leaves are a feast for the eyes. The hardy plant remains compact, is ideal for use as an avenue tree and is extremely hardy. 'Hermitage' was bred by Gordon Ross Thomas from Scotland and is protected under plant breeding legislation. Van Vliet New Plants from Stroe submitted the plant for the novelty showcase and also placed it on the market.
Acer pseudoplatanus 'Hermitage' is an unusual maple. Although the first bronze-coloured shoots might suggest otherwise, the foliage becomes variegated with large white and dark green patches early on in the season. The plant remains variegated for longer than existing cultivars and the colours are repeated in small spots on the larger patches. The palmate leaves are a feast for the eyes. The hardy plant remains compact, is ideal for use as an avenue tree and is extremely hardy. 'Hermitage' was bred by Gordon Ross Thomas from Scotland and is protected under plant breeding legislation. Van Vliet New Plants from Stroe submitted the plant for the novelty showcase and also placed it on the market.
Agapanthus africanus ‘AAOPR017’ (MI CASA)
Agapanthus africanus ‘AAOPR017’ (MI CASA) is a beautiful, white African lily. The plant is strong and produces an abundance of white flowers on stems of approximately 70 cm. These flowers are very suitable as cut flowers. The plant prefers a spot in the sun. MI CASA also thrives in pots on the patio and is very hardy. One unique aspect about this white blooming cultivar is that, as a planting material, the plant produces flowers easily and early. The flower stems remain relatively short and are sturdy, making the plant easy to handle and transport. The plant was bred by Oprins Plant from Rijkevorsel, Belgium and is protected under plant breeding legislation. Van Vliet New Plants from Stroe submitted the plant for the novelty showcase and also placed it on the market.
Ajuga tenorii 'Piotrek01' (PRINCESS NADIA)
Ajuga tenorii 'Piotrek01' (PRINCESS NADIA) looks beautiful with its intense purple-blue flowers in early spring. PRINCESS NADIA flowers again in summer. The foliage is variegated and the new shoots are pink. The plant grows to approximately 10-15 cm tall and 25 cm wide. The breeder is Piotr Szdzesny (Nadia Plants) from Waddinxveen. The plant was submitted and is also marketed by Nadia Plants from Waddinxveen. Planttip BV from IJsselstein takes care of the management. PRINCESS NADIA is protected under plant breeding legislation.
Antirrhinum majus 'Pmoore07' (PRETTY IN PINK)
Antirrhinum majus 'Pmoore07' (PRETTY IN PINK) has charming, bright pink flowers with a yellow heart. The shape of the flowers is unique: slender, elongated and larger than the flowers of other Antirrhinum varieties. It flowers from early summer to autumn. PRETTY IN PINK stays compact and measures approximately 60 cm tall and 40 cm wide. The cultivar has been selected because it is very disease-resistant. Peter R. Moore from Stockbridge, United Kingdom, is the breeder of this plant, which is protected under plant breeding legislation. The plant was submitted and is also marketed by Gebr. Th. & W. Alkemade B.V. from Lisse. Planttip BV from IJsselstein takes care of the management.
Cercidiphyllum japonicum ‘JWW3’ (RA)
Cercidiphyllum japonicum ‘JWW3’ (RA) has a variety of colours. In spring, the shoots appear orange-red, after which they turn yellow in summer. The foliage turns lime-green in autumn. The autumn colours of RA look like a beautiful sunset. Despite the yellow summer colour, RA does not grow any slower than similar Cercidiphyllums. RA produces abundant branches and is a hardy plant. It is the ideal shrub to lighten up dark spots in the garden. RA does well in partial shade. Jan-Willem Wezelenburg from Hazerswoude bred this plant, which is protected under plant breeding legislation. Van Vliet New Plants from Stroe submitted the plant for the novelty showcase and also placed it on the market.
Hydrangea paniculata ‘HPOPR018’ (EARLY HARRY)
Hydrangea paniculata ‘HPOPR018’ (EARLY HARRY) is an early-flowering cultivar among the panicle hydrangeas. The creamy white flowers slowly develop a pinkish-purple glow. The most important advantage of the EARLY HARRY is its early flowering, with the first buds clearly visible in May. Because of this, the plant can be supplied at the height of the trading season. The plant was bred by Oprins Plant from Rijkevorsel, Belgium and is protected under plant breeding legislation. Van Vliet New Plants from Stroe submitted the plant for the novelty showcase and also placed it on the market.
Lavandula stoechas 'Agri447' (DARK NIGHT)
Lavandula stoechas 'Agri447' (DARK NIGHT) is an L. stoechas with extremely large flowers and very large bracts. The flowers have an intense dark purple colour and bloom from early summer to early winter. It has an abundant second flowering! DARK NIGHT also has a strong root system. The plant is protected under plant breeding legislation and was submitted and is marketed by Boomkwekerij Robert Wijsman from Boskoop. Planttip BV from IJsselstein takes care of the management. The breeder is Agriverco from De Lier.
Leontopodium alpinum 'Berghman' (BLOSSOM OF SNOW)
Leontopodium alpinum 'Berghman' (BLOSSOM OF SNOW) flowers like no other plant. Not once but twice a year; once in summer and again in autumn. BLOSSOM OF SNOW has characteristic, large, star-shaped flowers. The flowers are pure white with a yellow heart. This creates a refreshing overall appearance with silver-coloured foliage. The plant grows to approximately 40 cm tall and 60 cm wide. Due to its exceptionally long stems, it can also be used as a cut flower. The breeder is Herman Berghman from Asse, Belgium. The plant was submitted and is marketed by Gootjes-Allplant BV from Heerhugowaard.
Picea glauca ‘Sun on the Sky’
Picea glauca 'Sun on the Sky' owes its name to the yellow needles that appear on the plant in summer. 'Sun on the Sky' produces a nice, upright and pyramid-shaped growth. In 2004, 'Sun on the Sky' was a sport of the 'Sanders Blue Select'. Picea glauca 'Sun on the Sky' is a slow-growing conifer with a dense, compact and upright growth. The plant has small, soft and dense needles. The new, young shoots are light yellow in spring and do not regain their light blue colour until late summer or early autumn. 'Sun on the Sky' can grow to a height of one metre over a 10 year period. The plant does not have a preference for a particular type of soil but prefers a spot in the sun or partial shade. The hardiness and beautiful colouring of 'Sun on the Sky' guarantee years of enjoyment along borders or on patios. A&M Kalunzinscy from Szadek, Poland is the breeder of this plant, which is protected under plant breeding legislation. It was submitted and is marketed by Van Vliet New Plants from Stroe.
Rhodohypoxis ‘Beverly’
Rhodohypoxis ‘Beverly’ flowers abundantly from early summer to autumn with extremely large, pinkish-red flowers. This beautiful specimen is not sensitive to diseases and is low maintenance. ‘Beverly’ has a bushy habitus and grows to approximately 20 cm tall and 25 cm wide. Rhodohypoxis ‘Beverly’ is very suitable for rock gardens but also for perennial borders, mixed containers or as a stand-alone on the balcony or patio. Jaap Duijs from Otterloo is the breeder of this plant, which is protected under plant breeding legislation. The plant was submitted and is marketed by Van der Peijl Tuinplanten from Zundert. Planttip BV from IJsselstein takes care of the management.
Saxifraga 'HIL201206' (ICEQUEEN)
Saxifraga 'HIL201206' (ICEQUEEN) has a long lifespan because this new breed produces multiple rosettes. Usually, Saxifraga has one rosette and the plant dies after blooming. ICEQUEEN produces new rosettes and continues to bloom. Long flower stems appear in summer. The side stems are covered in small, snow-white flowers. The stunning rosettes are silvery-green. The plant was submitted and is marketed by Gebr. Th.&W. Alkemade B.V. from Lisse. Planttip BV from IJsselstein takes care of the management. Philip van Hilst from Kaatsheuvel is the breeder. ICEQUEEN is protected under plant breeding legislation.
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