CAST 2024 Remarkable 2025 Annuals, perennials and foliage introductions to consider for next year BY HEATHER MACHOVINA S electing the most worthwhile varieties to share with you from the 2024 California Spring Trials event is a tricky task. I have personal favorites, but I hope to give growers a helpful list of varieties that will be easy, successful additions to their current offerings. 12 NEW VARIETIES 2025 DIGITAL GUIDE GPNMAG.COM FEBRUARY 2024 GPNMAG.COM releases for Cordyline 'Panic Burgundy' | Green Fuse Botanicals LOVELY LEAVES Fun new foliage options were debuted in displays at multiple stops on the CAST route. Green Fuse Botanicals launched a new bushy-type cordyline for 2025 that is sourced from tissue culture. Growers will love 'Panic Burgundy' because it's quick to finish and suits any pot size. The prominent pink stripe in the middle contrasts well with the burgundy leaves, and its clumping habit works well for fast-filling containers. Ipomoea varieties from Green Fuse Botanicals are produced on site in California and certified to ship anywherehttp://www.GPNMAG.COM