California Summer Trials

5 eye-catching varieties
Check out these striking new plants from this year’s California Summer Trials.
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Improved SuperCal, bicolor zinnias, new begonias and more
Sakata introduces a variety of new series including lantanas, begonias and primula at CAST 2021.
Warm new colors
HilverdaFlorist adds a new series of gerberas, plus pink and purple options to existing lines.
American Takii: Brand new for 2022
Introductions from the international seed breeder at the 2021 California Summer Trials
A new vinca and lots of new colors
Suntory brings new options for low-maintenance varieties.
Planning underway for the 2021 California Summer Trials
All 2021 CAST site gatherings will be by appointment only and will only take place if allowed by local ordinances.
Sakata Seed America to participate in 2021 California Summer Trials Event
Formerly known as California Spring Trials, CAST is slated to move from a spring time frame to a summer slot in 2021.