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Helianthus annuus Gummy Bear


Gold Medal Approved Novelty

Is this not the sweetest thing? Helianthus annuus Gummy Bear is real candy to the eye. Gorgeous lemon yellow, double flowers contrast beautifully with the lush green foliage and can spread up to 20 cm wide. The plants are well-shaped, uniform, and can reach a height of approx. 170 cm. 

Suited for both the professional and hobby gardening market, this newcomer offers many possibilities for middle-sized or large garden beds. Gummy Bear is also ideal for landscaping as it adds colour and height to green spaces and provides a dynamic environment. With its eye-catching lemon colour and abundant double flowers, Gummy Bear will easily conquer the heart of consumers and landscapers. The judges praised the innovative colour, attractive flowers and excellent growing performance, and therefore awarded this newcomer with the Gold Medal for 2022.

Technical information

Novelty Characteristic:
Lemon yellow instead of golden yellow with a level of apical dominance
Colour:
Lemon yellow
Flower:
Double flower / 60-80 days to flowering
Type:
Annual / O.P. / Diploid
Use:
Bedding / Cut flower
Seed:
35 seeds/gram / 82% germination
Plant:
45 cm height / 15 cm spread / ball shaped plant form / medium green leaf colour
Growing:

Sowing temperature: 20-22C / Grow at: 18-22C / No need for growth regulator

Planting distance: 30 x 30 cm / Tender / Sunny

Registration details

Breeder:
HM.CLAUSE
Entry number:
11/19
Protection Period:
8 years
Expiry Date:
2027-12-31