TPIE New Plants

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TPIE 2009 New Plants

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Dracaena 'Hawaiian Sunshine' PP13739 P2

Booth# 2106Hawaiian Sunshine Nursery, Inc.
2191 Ainola Dr
Hilo, HI 96720
Contact: David Fell
Phone: 808-959-4088
Toll Free: 800-424-2053
Fax: 808-959-4089
david@hawaiinursery.com www.hawaiinursery.com
Dracaena Hawaiian Sunshine is a sport from a Janet Craig type plant known as Lisa. The leaves are smaller than Janet Craig and Massangeana with dark green foliage and chartreuse variegation. The foliage is slightly glossy and elegantly downward curved. The variegation maintains itself under interiorscape lighting conditions better than Massangeana. It grows well with average conditions and is adaptable to a wide range of light conditions.

BGI 6-inch Bougainvillea Trellis

Booth# 715Bougainvillea Growers International
9771 87th Pl S
Boynton Beach, FL 33437-4304
Contact: Tom Scannell
Phone: 561-374-9216
Toll Free: 877-371-6245
Fax: 561-374-9087
bgi-info@bgi-usa.com www.bgi-usa.com

BGI's latest product - a six-inch bougainvillea trellis.

BGI Bougainvillea Topiary

BGI's latest product - bougainvillea topiary in 7 gallon, 15 gallon, and 25 gallon.

BGI Bougainvillea Bonsai

BGI's latest product - bougainvillea bonsai in 3-inch, 7-inch, and 10-inch pots.

Dieffenbachia 'Splash' ppaf

Booth# 603Oglesby Plants International, Inc.
26664 State Rd 71 N
Altha, FL 32421-2848
Contact: Gary Hennen
Phone: 850-762-3296
Toll Free: 800-762-0022
Fax: 850-762-3806info@oglesbytc.com www.oglesbytc.com

Brighten up your Dieffenbachia production with a new hybrid Dieffenbachia from Oglesby Plants International. 'Splash' has a familiar variegation pattern placed on a larger plant structure which allows growers more pot size flexibility than the smaller varieties. 'Splash' is a fast growing, upright variety with good branching habit that is suitable for 6, 8 and 10 containers.

Neoregelia ‘Voodoo Doll’TM
Voted Favorite New Foliage Plant at TPIE 2009

If you are looking for long lasting color for the interior or tropical landscape then Neoregelia is the plant you are looking for. Unlike other Bromeliads, Neoregelia leaves develop vivid color before the natural bloom cycle giving the consumer extended beauty and value. Six months or more of color “on the job” is not unusual. Low maintenance and virtually disease free with low water requirements. ‘Voodoo Doll’ is one of four new Neoregelia introductions by Oglesby Plants International.

Neoregelia ‘Magali’TM

If you are looking for long lasting color for the interior or tropical landscape then Neoregelia is the plant you are looking for. Unlike other Bromeliads, Neoregelia leaves develop vivid color before the natural bloom cycle giving the consumer extended beauty and value. Six months or more of color “on the job” is not unusual. Very low maintenance and virtually disease free with low water requirements. ‘Magali’ is one of four new Neoregelia introductions by Oglesby Plants International.

Nephrolepis exaltata 'Ariane' ®

"Extremely strong and fast growing Boston fern". A fern growers dream come true: fast growing, tough, dark green, no leaf loss and a typical Boston fern growth habit. Suitable for a wide range of pot sizes and baskets. Developed by Vitro Plus of Holland and offered to the U.S. market by Oglesby Plants International. It seems we have finally come up with the ultimate Boston fern.

2" Phalaenopsis "Miniature Moments"

Booth# 620DeLeon's Bromeliads, Inc.
13745 SW 216th St
Goulds, FL 33170-2401
Contact: Robert DeLeon
Phone: 305-238-6028
Toll Free: 800-448-8649
Fax: 305-235-2354
info@deleons4color.com www.deleons4color.com

Our 2" Phalaenopsis "Miniature Moments" series are mature miniature blooming phalaenopsis orchids. These "Miniature Moments" are bred for their small and compact growing stature and are intended to be sold as the "ideal" blooming desk-top plant. "Miniature Moments" are shipped in a very appealing 2.5" clay pot and arranged in a smart designed tray perfect to display near your store cash register. Each box contains two 12 pack display trays.

Guzmania 'Glossita' [P]

Booth# 2120Corn. Bak B.V.
Dorpsstraat 11B
1566 AA Assendelft,
The Netherlands
Contact: Peter Bak
Phone: 31-75-687-3853
Fax: 31-75-687-3417
info@bromelia.com www.bromelia.com

Guzmania 'Glossita' [P] is a fast growing plant suitable for a 9 cm [4 inch] pot. The plant has a salmon coloured star shaped inflorescence and is a welcome addition to the current assortment. Together with the other new varieties Guzmania 'Tinto'[P] and Guzmania 'Ritmo'[P] the series becomes complete. [P]= protected variety

Guzmania 'Fusion' [P]

Booth# 2120Corn. Bak B.V.
Dorpsstraat 11B
1566 AA Assendelft,
The Netherlands
Contact: Peter Bak
Phone: 31-75-687-3853
Fax: 31-75-687-3417
info@bromelia.com www.bromelia.com

Guzmania 'Fusion' [P] is an easy to grow plant suitable for a 12 cm (6 inch) pot. The plant has a purple star shaped inflorescence and dark leaves. Together with Guzmania 'Fiesta' it makes a nice pair.

Guzmania 'Rock' [P]

Booth# 2120Corn. Bak B.V.
Dorpsstraat 11B
1566 AA Assendelft,
The Netherlands
Contact: Peter Bak
Phone: 31-75-687-3853
Fax: 31-75-687-3417
info@bromelia.com www.bromelia.com

Guzmania 'Rock' [P] is a fast growing plant suitable for a 12 cm (6 inch) pot but can also be grown in a 9 cm (4 inch) pot. The plant has a purple star shaped inflorescence and together with the already successful Guzmania 'Jazz' [P] and also now introduced Guzmania 'Techno' [P] it makes the color series complete.

Guzmania ‘Techno’ [P]

Booth# 2120Corn. Bak B.V.
Dorpsstraat 11B
1566 AA Assendelft,
The Netherlands
Contact: Peter Bak
Phone: 31-75-687-3853
Fax: 31-75-687-3417
info@bromelia.com www.bromelia.com

Guzmania ‘Techno’ [P] is a fast growing plant suitable for a 12 cm (6 inch) pot but can also be grown in a 9 cm (4 inch) pot. The plant has a neon pink/red star shaped inflorescence and together with the already successful Guzmania ‘Jazz’ [P] and also now introduced Guzmania ‘Rock’ [P] it makes the color series complete.

Vriesea 'Evita' V5053

Booth# 1127Deroose Plants, Inc.
4601 N Rock Springs Rd
Apopka, FL 32712
Phone: 407-889-5228
Fax: 407-889-5128
info@derooseplants.com www.derooseplants.com

Vriesea 'Evita' is the latest addition to our Vriesea-Christiane- Line: a line of middle sized branched Vriesea in a wide range of colors, suitable for pot sizes 4-6 inches. The cultivation time is about 12 months. 'Evita' is a red-yellow variety that branches perfectly. The yellow color dominates. Breeder: Herb Hill (Lithia, FL)

Guzmania 'Juno' G3216/G3217/G3218

Booth# 1127Deroose Plants, Inc.
4601 N Rock Springs Rd
Apopka, FL 32712
Phone: 407-889-5228
Fax: 407-889-5128
info@derooseplants.com www.derooseplants.com

The impressive Guzmania 'Juno' reaches an average height of 24 inches and stands out with its huge inflorescence in a royal burgundy color. The very wide color bracts are colored into the heart of the leaves. Pot Size: 6 inches Growing Time: 13 months Induction Time: 14 weeks Breeder: Duraflor & Van Schie

Guzmania 'Class' G5763

Booth# 1127Deroose Plants, Inc.
4601 N Rock Springs Rd
Apopka, FL 32712
Phone: 407-889-5228
Fax: 407-889-5128
info@derooseplants.com www.derooseplants.com

We proudly present our new red Guzmania variety: Guzmania 'Class'. A unique feature of this plant is its wide flower and its compact wide leaf. Guzmania 'Class' is easy to cultivate and a fast grower. The flower also holds for a long time. This variety is suitable for a 6 inch pot size. Breeders: Hill & Duraflor

Guzmania 'Candy' G9083

Booth# 1127Deroose Plants, Inc.
4601 N Rock Springs Rd
Apopka, FL 32712
Phone: 407-889-5228
Fax: 407-889-5128
info@derooseplants.com www.derooseplants.com

A very special plant is Guzmania 'Candy'. Guzmania 'Candy' owes its remarkable shape and color to the species Guzmania alberosea in the parentage. It's a larger variety suitable for a 6 inch pot. Growing time: 12 months Induction Time: 14 weeks Brdder: Duraflor

Guzmania 'Lisa' G3066

Booth# 1127Deroose Plants, Inc.
4601 N Rock Springs Rd
Apopka, FL 32712
Phone: 407-889-5228
Fax: 407-889-5128
info@derooseplants.com www.derooseplants.com

Guzmania 'Lisa' has deep orange wide bracts with a yellow head. The leaf is quite dark and compact. Like Guzmania 'Hilda', this is a higher type of flower, suited for a 6 inch pot. The growing time is approximately 13 months, the reaction time to flower treatment is 15 weeks. Breeder: Van Schie

Guzmania 'Lulu' G3204

Booth# 1127Deroose Plants, Inc.
4601 N Rock Springs Rd
Apopka, FL 32712
Phone: 407-889-5228
Fax: 407-889-5128
info@derooseplants.com www.derooseplants.com

Guzmania 'Lulu' has an exceptionally wide flower in a stunning purple color which makes a beautiful contrast with its dark leaves. The inflorescence is 24 inches high in a 6 inch pot and keeps its color very well. Growing Time: 12 months Induction Time: 16 weeks Breeder: Kent & Van Schie

Guzmania 'Cara' G3051/G3052

Booth# 1127Deroose Plants, Inc.
4601 N Rock Springs Rd
Apopka, FL 32712
Phone: 407-889-5228
Fax: 407-889-5128
info@derooseplants.com www.derooseplants.com

With its huge, pure yellow flower, Guzmania 'Cara' is the XXL version of Guzmania 'Hilda'. In a 6 inch pot, the very straight inflorescence is +/- 24 inches. Growing Time: 13 months Induction Time: 15 weeks Breeder: Van Schie

Guzmania 'Odette' G2388

Booth# 1127Deroose Plants, Inc.
4601 N Rock Springs Rd
Apopka, FL 32712
Phone: 407-889-5228
Fax: 407-889-5128
info@derooseplants.com www.derooseplants.com

Together with Guzmania 'Patricia' (red) and Guzmania 'Roseanne' (pink), the orange Guzmania 'Odette' completes our line of Guzvriesea for a 6 inch pot. Guzmania 'Odette' is nominated for the prestigious 'Flora Holland Award 2009'. Growing Time: 12 months Induction Time: 14 weeks Breeder: Duraflor

Vriesea 'Madonna' V9752

Booth# 1127Deroose Plants, Inc.
4601 N Rock Springs Rd
Apopka, FL 32712
Phone: 407-889-5228
Fax: 407-889-5128
info@derooseplants.com www.derooseplants.com

Vriesea 'Madonna' completes out Vriesea Christiane-line: a line of middle sized branched Vriesea in a wide range of colors, suitable for a 4-6 inch pot size. The cultivation time is about 12 months. Vriesea 'Madonna' has a delicate pink color, with white edged bracts. The induction time is approximately 14 weeks. 'Madonna' is a product of Deroose Plants' breeding program.

Guzmania 'Sophie' (G3211)

Booth# 1127Deroose Plants, Inc.
4601 N Rock Springs Rd
Apopka, FL 32712
Phone: 407-889-5228
Fax: 407-889-5128
info@derooseplants.com www.derooseplants.com

Guzmania 'Sophie' thanks its spectacular flower shape to its parents, Vriesea 'Poelmanii' and the illustrious Guzmania 'Fortuna'. It's a compact dark-leaved plant suitable for 6 inch pots. Growing Time: 12 months Induction Time: 14 weeks Breeder: Duraflor & Van Schie

Neoregelia 'Ardie' N2012

Booth# 1127Deroose Plants, Inc.
4601 N Rock Springs Rd
Apopka, FL 32712
Phone: 407-889-5228
Fax: 407-889-5128
info@derooseplants.com www.derooseplants.com

This very exclusive Neoregelia has an unusually white variegation. It has the same characteristics of Neoregelia 'Martin' which is also bred by renowned Neoregelia breeder Chester Skotak from Costa Rica. 'Ardie' is available as pups or a 6 inch plant. Patent Pending.

Musa 'Cheeka' MU8001

Booth# 1127Deroose Plants, Inc.
4601 N Rock Springs Rd
Apopka, FL 32712
Phone: 407-889-5228
Fax: 407-889-5128
info@derooseplants.com www.derooseplants.com

Compared to other known Musa varieties, Musa 'Cheeka' is a very compact and extremely durable banana with a thick strong leaf. It is available from Deroose Plants as liner product and as a 6 inch finished product. Patent Pending. Breeder: Nardo Zaias

Kalanchoe Originals® - Patrice

Booth# 2235Greenex United States, Inc.
Mlg-47 Commerce Pl, #5, St Catharines, ON L2R 6P7
Business - 10620 Griffin Road, Suite B-206
Cooper City, FL 33328
Contact: Candice Cipparone
Phone: 905-682-4769
Fax: 905-682-9994
info@greenex.com www.greenex.com

Kalanchoe Originals® - Patrice

Kalanchoe Originals® - Reese

Kalanchoe RoseFlowers® - Phoebe

Kalanchoe RoseFlowers® - Henrietta

Kalanchoe RoseFlowers® - Shirley

Kalanchoe RoseFlowers® - Megan

Kalanchoe RoseFlowers® - Dark Jodie

Kalanchoe Wildflowers® - Sophisticated pink

Kalanchoe Wildflowers® - Frozen White

Schlumbergera Exotica® - # 67

Exotica is a new exciting cactus type. Produced according to the trend requiring sculptural plants. Sold as a green plant, but can be flower. Sales season: all year

Schlumbergera Exotica® - # 73

Exotica is a new exciting cactus type. Produced according to the trend requiring sculptural plants. Sold as a green plant, but can be flower. Sales season: all year

Schlumbergera Exotica® - # 86

Exotica is a new exciting cactus type. Produced according to the trend requiring sculptural plants. Sold as a green plant, but can be flower. Sales season: all year

Yucca Desmithiana

New compact yucca from the Far East. Very beautiful silver color. Low maintenance plant!

Sansevieria Baccularis 'Musaica'

New high-tech shape of this extremely strong variety of the Sansevieria Family.

Agleonema 'Crete'

Very Compact variety with beautiful red color. Very strong and hardy plant.

Agleonema vesuvio

Compact plant with beautiful Green leaves with Red edges. Strong and hardy Plant

**Asplenium nidus 'Crispy Wave'**

Booth# 2012Harster Greenhouses, Inc.
PO Box 8135
Dundas, ONT L9H 6Y6 Canada
Contact: Andre Harster
Phone: 905-628-2430
Fax: 905-628-4818
sales@harstergreenhouses.com www.harstergreenhouses.com

This is a brand new Asplenium.

"Mighty Minis"

Booth# 2409Living Colors Nursery, Inc.
19500 SW 240th St
Homestead, FL 33031-3444
Contact: Patty Rabin
Phone: 305-245-4826
Toll Free: 877-667-2443
Fax: 305-245-2134
lcnmitch@yahoo.com www.livingcolors.com

Living Color's "Mighty Minis" are a selection of Bromeliads grown in 4" pots with the same proportions as our 6" Varieties, offering more color and value in a smaller space

Sun Parasol Stars and Stripes
Voted Favorite New Flowering Plant at TPIE 2009

Booth# 1403Suntory/Sun-Fire Nurseries
7091 Myakka Valley Trl
Sarasota, FL 34241-9676
Contact: TJ Higgins
Phone: 941-812-2818
Fax: 941-924-3589
tjay@sunfirenurseries.com www.sunfirenurseries.com

The latest introduction for Suntory Flowers is Sun Parasol Stars and Stripes. The scarlet flowers are split with a star shaped, distinct white stripe going completely through the center of each of the five petals. Sun Parasol Stars and Stripes features a compact growth habit,medium sized flowers,good branching,glossy foliage, and it's a natural climber. Ideal usage is a patio plant,hanging basket, balcony, and bedding plant.

Dracaena Dragontree Selections

Booth# 2303Bruce Jensen Nurseries/Florida L.L.P.
81 Roger Williams Rd
Apopka, FL 32703-4573
Contact: Bruce Jensen
Phone: 407-889-3500
Fax: 407-880-1880
bjnapopka@aol.com www.brucejensennurseries.com

Dragontree Selections are new varieties of Dracaena Deremensis. They are protected under EU plant breeders rights and a US plant patent. Dragontrees have a striking color assortment with three compact and three medium compact varieties.
Compact Varieties are:
Kanzi- has white-green multicolored stripes with dark green edge
Malaika- are cream green in the middle with a dark green edge
Lemon Surprise- has yellow-lime stripe on edge, multi green colors in middle
Medium Compact Varieties are:
Green Jewel- is dark green with a broad leaf
Jade Jewel- has dark green edge with white-green multi colored stripes
White Jewel- has white-green multi-colored stripes

Anthurium andreanum Otazú (r)

Booth# 2619Anthura Bv
Anthurium Rd 14
2665 KV Bleiswijk,
The Netherlands
Contact: Edwin van de Nieuwendijk
Phone: 31-10-529-1919
Fax: 31-10-529-1929
evdn@anthura.nl www.anthura.com

The classic burgundy color is rare amongst Anthurium. That is why this Anthurium Otazú® pot plant is a surprise. This Anthurium pot plant suits the elegant jewels of the famous jewel designer. Proud, elegant and in an almost black, dark burgundy color, Otazú is different. The plant attracts attention because of its shining flowers, which rise above the leaves like a flower field. The white spadix with the yellow top gives a nice contrast. Otazú is suitable to grow in a 6", 8" and 10" pot. In short, a promising, chic and trendy addition to your assortment.

Trachelospermum Asiaticum 'Summer Sunset'

Booth# 1520ForemostCo, Inc.
8457 NW 66th St
Miami, FL 33166-2630
Contact: Rosie Batista
Phone: 305-592-8986
Toll Free: 800-421-8986
Fax: 305-592-8934
sales@foremostco.com www.foremostco.com

A BRAND NEW OPPORTUNITY! Shade- loving wonder with year round color, hardy to zone 7, new growth emerges red, concontrasting with mature foliage in shades of yellow and cream, cascading habit makes it a great spiller for combination planters, great for hanging baskets and groundcover.

Cordyline australis Kaleidoscope 'Sunrise'

Booth# 1520ForemostCo, Inc.
8457 NW 66th St
Miami, FL 33166-2630
Contact: Rosie Batista
Phone: 305-592-8986
Toll Free: 800-421-8986
Fax: 305-592-8934
sales@foremostco.com www.foremostco.com

A FAVORITE AMONGST HOME GARDENERS, RETAIL GARDEN CENTERS, AND COMMERCIAL LANDSCAPERS! Striking and vibrant colors, upright colorful foliage, low maintenance and hardiness. ForemostCo®'s new Kaleidoscope Series of Cordylines offer a wide array of colors suitable for stand alone specimen plants as well as focal points for mixed planters. Grown from tissue culture, ensuring healthy clean plants that are true to variety.

Caladium SiamT 'Candy Cane'

Booth# 1520ForemostCo, Inc.
8457 NW 66th St
Miami, FL 33166-2630
Contact: Rosie Batista
Phone: 305-592-8986
Toll Free: 800-421-8986
Fax: 305-592-8934
sales@foremostco.com www.foremostco.com

THESE ARE NOT YOUR GRANDMA'S CALADIUMS! Caladiums have long been used in the horticultural industry as potted plants and in milder regions as edding plants. With the many different colors available, these make perfect pot plants for holiday sales or as a focal plant in container garden arrangements. Caladiums for Christmas?? Yes! Siam 'Candy Cane' Caladium offsets red hued veins on a backdrop of whites and greens unlike any other Caladium.

Alocasia 'Purple Cloak'

Booth# 2327Agri-Starts, Inc.
1728 Kelly Park Rd
Apopka, FL 32712-5208
Contact: Ty Strode
Phone: 407-889-8055
Fax: 407-889-2523
info@agristarts.com www.agristarts.com

Feel the leaves on this durable specimen plant. This will make a terrific centerpiece for a mixed container or stand alone. It performs best in shaded to filtered light environment. Perfect for the patio! 'Purple Cloak', requires very little water too. Let us know what you think, we are in booth 2327.

Wooden New Age

Booth# 1503Penang Nursery, Inc.
PO Box 1658
Apopka, FL 32704-1658
Contact: Ton Lo
Phone: 407-886-2322
Fax: 407-880-2572
Email: wayne@penangnursery.com www.penangnursery.com

Your customers will love these stunning, new containers! Available in several vibrant colors, this simple design enhances the display of flowers or bamboo. Add a touch of modern elegance to any home or office.

6" Magic Bells

Booth# 323Northland Floral
1703 S Service Rd
St Catharines, ONT L2R 6P9
Canada
Contact: Mike Schilstra
Toll Free: 866-466-0366 Ext 23
Fax: 905-646-7060
johnv@northlandfloral.com www.northlandfloral.com

Indoor flowering plant with green bell shape flowers turning to a vibrant orange with thick green cut leaf.