Callistephus 'Serenade Rose'
Trial: Annual
Years Trialed: 2000
Good Qualities:
One plant results in one full bouquet; Dependable, reliable and attractive series, the easiest asters to grower with less Aster Yellows and lodging; Great color, many good flower clusters, mini vase flowers.
Problems:
This color is not appreciated by my customers as much as other Serenades, if this was the only one we grow in series, customers would probably love them; Leaf miners.
Trial Data
| Yield (stems/plant) | Stem Length (inches) | Market Appreciation Rating - Wholesale (1) | Market Appreciation Rating - Retail (1) | Market Appreciation Rating - Consumer (1) | Repeat Again Rating (1) | Ease of Cultivation Rating (1) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average | 5.6 | 15.3 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.7 | 4.7 | 4.7 |
(1) 1 to 5 scale, with 5 being the best. Market ratings are based on sales to wholesalers, retailers, or final consumers direct.
Supplier
Sakata Seed America, Inc.
18095 Serene Dr.
Morgan Hill, CA 95037
Comments:
All Serenades are excellent asters; Use one layer of support in the field to keep upright in open areas; Fast to bloom, 5 weeks, did not rebloom, 6 weeks plant life, vase life - 7 days.