2022 CAST preview: American Takii

Introductions from the international seed breeder at the 2022 California Spring Trials.

Petunia F1 Trilogy Silver Blotch
Petunia F1 Trilogy Silver Blotch
Photo courtesy of American Takii

Notable new varieties to be introduced at CAST 2022 by American Takii:


Petunia F1 Opera Supreme Rose has the same magnificent habit as AAS winner Opera Supreme Pink Morn. Rose has an excellent spreading habit and its short internodes guarantee plants are loaded with flowers.

Petunia F1 Trilogy Silver Blotch is a unique color, adding sophistication to the Petunia Trilogy series. Trilogy is bred to help growers, retailers and gardeners. By focusing on performance in every stage, Trilogy requires less growth regulators, lasts longer at retail and performs in the garden with minimal care. Available in two mixes and 11 colors.

Flower Kale F1 Crystal Deep Red and Crystal Pink are new additions to the Crystal series which feature glossy leaves. Deep Red features a brilliant red center surrounded by deep green leaves while Pink’s center is framed by bright green leaves. Plants are vigorous. The two new colors join Red and Snow.

Flower Kale F1 Kamome Bright Red and Bright White are new fringe-leaf bedding flowering kale joining Takii’s extensive ornamental kale offerings. Excellent for gardens, landscapes, mixed containers, fall sales and winter sales in temperate areas. They can also can be used as garnish.