GardenGenetics LLCwonthe Gold Medal with Kodiak ® Mixx Diervilla ( Diervilla x splendens ' G2X88544VAR ' ) in the " Best Novelty " category of the recent Green Retail Awards at Plantarium in the Netherlands . In this article , we peach more about the variety , why they involve part in the contention , some statements from the jury ’s report , and so on .
Kodiak ® Mixx , a new bring out Diervilla , produces a colourful admixture of green variegated leaves with a creamy white margin , brighten with spectacular untested pinkish shoot that look all season long . The flora produces soft yellow flowers from early summer through fall , appeal bees and other pollinators .
The Valkplant squad saw the possible and retail appeal of Kodiak Mixx Diervilla and , after pinpointing multiplication communications protocol , entered it into the Green Retail Award competition . Independent expert judge of the Koninklijke Vereniging voor Boskoopse Culturen ( Royal Boskoop Horticultural Society ) unanimously agreed to grant Kodiak Mixx Diervilla the Gold Medal . " This Diervilla is colorful and has a static shape , making it innovative in the Diervilla chain of mountains , " stated the panel ’s report . " The plant has a good bushy outgrowth habit and is neatly presented , without cut leafage . It feature a beautiful , coloured mixture of green variegated leaves with creamy lily-white edges and attractive pink crimson shoots . "
" We ’re delighted that the jury agrees with us that Kodiak Mixx Diervilla is a fantastic addition to the gardening world , " state Rick Grazzini , plant breeder and executive director of GardenGenetics . " It was a adorable surprisal that Spring Meadow Nursery see this sport , and it makes a terrifying addition to our offering . Kodiak Mixx is a gorgeous , brilliant Diervilla , and we ’re thankful for the Gold Medal recognition of its unique qualities . "
Kodiak Mixx Diervilla , a sport of Kodiak ® Orange Diervilla , was see during output at Spring Meadow Nursery . Dr. Michael Uchneat developed Kodiak ® Orange Diervilla during his employment with GardenGenetics .
Ideal for landscape bottom and mete , Kodiak Mixx Diervilla thrives in the sun but also tolerates suspicious and dry areas . The plant reaches 36 to 48 inches tall , with a standardised spreading . vivacious fall colour add together to its appeal , as does its deer underground . Kodiak Mixx Diervilla is stout to USDA zone 6 .
Kodiak Mixx Diervilla is an initial tone ending to the EU only via Valkplant . It is not available in North America .
For more informationGardenGenetics LLCRick Grazzini ( US)Tel . : 814.883.3900Email:[email protected]www.gardengenetics.com
In the EU : Valkplant BVSaskia Janssen ( EU)Tel . : +31 172 588600Email:[email protected]www.valkplant.com
