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California Spring Trials (CAST) 2026

First stop: Morel Flowers
First stop: Morel Flowers
Laurent Mossan, Commercial Director, and André Costa, Area Manager for Americas
Laurent Mossan, Commercial Director, and André Costa, Area Manager for Americas
Under a great Californian sunshine, Morel Flowers is exhibiting a complete selection of Cyclamens at Ball Horticultural Company, host of the Californian Spring Trials 2026. "With over 1000 visitors scheduled for the event, this yearly 'rendez-vous' allows to showcase novelties that have great potential in the North American market. Among the highlights in the Cyclamen persicum range, we note a strong interest on special varieties such as Clochette, featuring incredible long-lasting bell-shape flowers. Absolu de Morel, the 1st scented mini cyclamen, receives a lot of attention when accompanied by the newly introduced large flowers and fragrant Absolu Sublima. In addition to that, the Indiaka serie renowned for its excellent outdoor performances is a show-maker through his full declination of flower size: mini, midi and maxi."
Under a great Californian sunshine, Morel Flowers is exhibiting a complete selection of Cyclamens at Ball Horticultural Company, host of the Californian Spring Trials 2026. "With over 1000 visitors scheduled for the event, this yearly 'rendez-vous' allows to showcase novelties that have great potential in the North American market. Among the highlights in the Cyclamen persicum range, we note a strong interest on special varieties such as Clochette, featuring incredible long-lasting bell-shape flowers. Absolu de Morel, the 1st scented mini cyclamen, receives a lot of attention when accompanied by the newly introduced large flowers and fragrant Absolu Sublima. In addition to that, the Indiaka serie renowned for its excellent outdoor performances is a show-maker through his full declination of flower size: mini, midi and maxi."
For the first time at CAST, the company is showcasing its range of Botanical cyclamens. "The Koumy (Coum) and Lify (Hederifolium) series are game changers for the landscaping segment, with the abundance of blooms they offer during fall and winter. The perennial growers looking for options can now have access to a diversity of products that allows them to play with a diversity of foliage. Planted under shade, as a perfect ground cover, Botanical cyclamens are earning their space in gardens and public spaces!"
For the first time at CAST, the company is showcasing its range of Botanical cyclamens. "The Koumy (Coum) and Lify (Hederifolium) series are game changers for the landscaping segment, with the abundance of blooms they offer during fall and winter. The perennial growers looking for options can now have access to a diversity of products that allows them to play with a diversity of foliage. Planted under shade, as a perfect ground cover, Botanical cyclamens are earning their space in gardens and public spaces!"
Petchoa is a brand-new genus for the team at Ball FloraPlant. This cold-tolerant hybrid features the bright colors of calibrachoa combined with the large blooms and strong roots of petunias. CitraNova Limone and CitraNova Lemon Zest last long into the season. Some of the trial presenters are in front of the "freshly-squeezed color" display (from left to right): Henry Roberts, Sarah Swofford-Hernandez, Jaden Gimondo, Maria Bolinger, and Claire Melvin.
Petchoa is a brand-new genus for the team at Ball FloraPlant. This cold-tolerant hybrid features the bright colors of calibrachoa combined with the large blooms and strong roots of petunias. CitraNova Limone and CitraNova Lemon Zest last long into the season. Some of the trial presenters are in front of the "freshly-squeezed color" display (from left to right): Henry Roberts, Sarah Swofford-Hernandez, Jaden Gimondo, Maria Bolinger, and Claire Melvin.
Mark Gross (left) and Kat Wolper (right) are smiling next to new Impatiens Beacon Pink – a disease-resistant option for the shade that stands up to Impatiens downy mildew. Guests to the trials are having fun taking photos next to this life-size six-pack. The new branded dark-blue color will be available for 2027.
Mark Gross (left) and Kat Wolper (right) are smiling next to new Impatiens Beacon Pink – a disease-resistant option for the shade that stands up to Impatiens downy mildew. Guests to the trials are having fun taking photos next to this life-size six-pack. The new branded dark-blue color will be available for 2027.
The Darwin Perennials team showcases its new Hemerocallis series at California Spring Trials. The Daylily DayScape assortment launches with nine colors that are highly resistant to rust and disease. They have a high bud count and are self-cleaning and cold opening. Left to right: Karl Batschke, Mike Annes, Alan Rouse, Sarah Greenwood, Sara Mellard, Chris Fifo, and Darren Barshaw.
The Darwin Perennials team showcases its new Hemerocallis series at California Spring Trials. The Daylily DayScape assortment launches with nine colors that are highly resistant to rust and disease. They have a high bud count and are self-cleaning and cold opening. Left to right: Karl Batschke, Mike Annes, Alan Rouse, Sarah Greenwood, Sara Mellard, Chris Fifo, and Darren Barshaw.
The Latin American sales team of Camilo Cano (left) and Camile Valle (right) think the new osteospermum is a top choice for cool-season color. Akila Sunshine Yellow is the first-ever yellow osteospermum from seed, with a compact habit and no-pinch in production. It flowers within a 7- to 10-day window without vernalization.
The Latin American sales team of Camilo Cano (left) and Camile Valle (right) think the new osteospermum is a top choice for cool-season color. Akila Sunshine Yellow is the first-ever yellow osteospermum from seed, with a compact habit and no-pinch in production. It flowers within a 7- to 10-day window without vernalization.
Global Product Manager for Perennials, Cor de Jong (left) and Global Director of Sales Sean Valk (right) are holding a seed alternative to vegetative S. spectabile. Sedum Spectacular offers good plug quality, seeding uniformity, and a strong structure to resist breakage during transport. It's already an award-winning variety.
Global Product Manager for Perennials, Cor de Jong (left) and Global Director of Sales Sean Valk (right) are holding a seed alternative to vegetative S. spectabile. Sedum Spectacular offers good plug quality, seeding uniformity, and a strong structure to resist breakage during transport. It's already an award-winning variety.
There's been great conversation around the new City Lights Compact series of patio dahlia from Selecta One at California Spring Trials. The dark-colored foliage contrasts beautifully with the bright blooms. Team members are holding the three new colors: Tanya Carvalho (Magenta), Stefan Reiner (Sunny Yellow), and Lauren Blume (Scarlet).
There's been great conversation around the new City Lights Compact series of patio dahlia from Selecta One at California Spring Trials. The dark-colored foliage contrasts beautifully with the bright blooms. Team members are holding the three new colors: Tanya Carvalho (Magenta), Stefan Reiner (Sunny Yellow), and Lauren Blume (Scarlet).
The E3 Easy Wave petunia series launches a blue-and-white bicolor pattern called Midnight Marble. It is very floriferous with cold durability. E3 Easy Wave Midnight Marble flowers within a 9-hour photoperiod. Isabel Branstrom (left) and Sarah Makiejus (right) are holding these spreading petunias, showing off the unique pattern.
The E3 Easy Wave petunia series launches a blue-and-white bicolor pattern called Midnight Marble. It is very floriferous with cold durability. E3 Easy Wave Midnight Marble flowers within a 9-hour photoperiod. Isabel Branstrom (left) and Sarah Makiejus (right) are holding these spreading petunias, showing off the unique pattern.
The Beekenkamp team: Kathy McKay with the Pericallis Pop Cerise, Charlie Duft with the Shade combo, Jeroen Steenbergen with the Petunia Tea White, Lori Cruickshank with the Dahlia LaBella Grande Chocolate Rose and Sirekit Mol with the Calibrachoa Oasis Rosy Maple
The Beekenkamp team: Kathy McKay with the Pericallis Pop Cerise, Charlie Duft with the Shade combo, Jeroen Steenbergen with the Petunia Tea White, Lori Cruickshank with the Dahlia LaBella Grande Chocolate Rose and Sirekit Mol with the Calibrachoa Oasis Rosy Maple
Jeroen Steenbergen with the Verbena Fuerte series
Jeroen Steenbergen with the Verbena Fuerte series
Charlie Duft with the Shades combo Spacestars
Charlie Duft with the Shades combo Spacestars
Lori Cruickshank with the calibrachoa Oasis series
Lori Cruickshank with the calibrachoa Oasis series
Sirekit Mol with the Verbena Fuerte series
Sirekit Mol with the Verbena Fuerte series
Niels Zoetelief, Hassan Hadid and Kathy McKay of Schoneveld Breeding
Niels Zoetelief, Hassan Hadid and Kathy McKay of Schoneveld Breeding
Delilah Onofrey, Scott Gilham, T Jay HIggins and Lorentina Fielding from Suntory Flowers
Delilah Onofrey, Scott Gilham, T Jay HIggins and Lorentina Fielding from Suntory Flowers
Heather Gronek from Plant Development Services with Agapanthus Poppin Pink
Heather Gronek from Plant Development Services with Agapanthus Poppin Pink
Kip McConnell with Agapanthus Poppin Pink
Kip McConnell with Agapanthus Poppin Pink
Kip McConnell and Tyler Brown with Better Boxwood
Kip McConnell and Tyler Brown with Better Boxwood
At Danziger's CAST display in Gilroy, California, visitors stepped into a greenhouse brought to life with color, creativity, and forward-thinking breeding. From the presence of the AMAZONAS series to the dedicated SOL LUNA showcase, the energy was all about innovation that performs. The new introductions display revealed what's next, while the DuraBella program presented a wide range of fresh combinations and ready-to-retail ideas. From genetics to inspiration, every corner offered something to discover, setting the tone for the season ahead.
At Danziger's CAST display in Gilroy, California, visitors stepped into a greenhouse brought to life with color, creativity, and forward-thinking breeding. From the presence of the AMAZONAS series to the dedicated SOL LUNA showcase, the energy was all about innovation that performs. The new introductions display revealed what's next, while the DuraBella program presented a wide range of fresh combinations and ready-to-retail ideas. From genetics to inspiration, every corner offered something to discover, setting the tone for the season ahead.
On to some photos from GreenFuse
On to some photos from GreenFuse