Notable new varieties to be introduced at CAST 2023 by Nir Nursery.
The Wax Flower is a totally new and innovative line, and is especially suitable for gardening, patio and big pots/containers. The line allows constant flowering (autumn, winter, spring, summer) of the same plant. Available in pink and purple. Some of the varieties are bush-shaped and others are “Jupiter” shaped. Cannot stand heavy frost.
Rey is a totally new intergeneric hybrid variety. It is a perennial shrub reaching 1-2 meters.
It has a uniquely fuchsia five-petal flower with a crown-like center. The vase life of each flower is up to three months. It flowers from early winter to summer and can tolerate light frost.
- Stop location: Suncrest Nurseries, 400 Casserly Road, Watsonville, CA 95076
- Dates: Wednesday, March 29 - Sunday, April 2 | 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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