Bedding and Patio plants with bold, distinctive flower colours and patterns are looking to be the underlying trend for Summer 2019, judging by the response of visitors to this years Summer Showcase at the Ball Colegrave Trial Grounds.
Over 3,500 Growers, Independent and Multiple Retailers, Parks and Landscapers, Garden Writers, Plant Breeders, Trades Associations, Students and Home Gardeners attended the 3 week long event. All had the opportunity to vote for their particular favourite variety by marking it with a Blue Flag. With over 1300 catalogue varieties, 200 new varieties and 700 experimental products on display, there was plenty to choose from.
Each day the flags were counted and 2,342 flags later, we had a result!
We are delighted to announce the winners of this years Summer Showcase 'Blue Flag Favourite Varieties are:
1st NEW Geranium Sunrise® Smokey Eye™ White (P)
2nd NEW Verbena Showboat Mango Orange (P)
3rd NEW Begonia Shooting Star (P)
Please Click Here to see more details about the winners and results for the Top 10 Plant Varieties.
Missed the Summer Showcase?
Dont worry, our 2019 event dates will be published soon. Meanwhile, check out this Short Video to give you a taste of what there is to see when you do visit.
2019 Catalogues
Your 2019 Catalogues should now be with you, packed with lots of exciting new varieties, including the top Blue flag varieties mentioned above as well as all your trusted favourites. Don't forget all our current catalogues and brochures are ready to view or download from our website, just Click Here.
For more information, please contact your Technical Sales Representative or our Customer Service Team on orders@ballcolegrave.com or call 01295 811833. |