Floricultura

Ornamentals
2011 catalog

Growing the nursery industry
our innovative assortment to bolster
It’s all about the right plant. Woody ornamentals play a vital role in the structure and framework of every garden. We know that consumers are looking for products to provide color, texture and interest to their garden. That’s why we’ve assembled a unique collection of ornamentals that offerextraordinary qualities to enhance large landscapes or small, urban patios. Ball Ornamentals firmly believes the key to advancing your business is through varieties that deliver exceptional performance, and thoroughly suit the needs of you and your customer. You need varieties that perform for you, as well as sell themselves at retail – all while returning a high value. We’ve worked with breedersall over the world to find these innovative woody ornamentals just for you. Combine that with unbeatable Ball service, including online, up-to-the-minute inventory on WebTrackSM and culture or product support from our sales reps, and you have a sure path to success in the nursery industry. To help ensure your success, we invite you to tell us your stories. I’d love to hear from you at 630231-3500 or aball@ballhort.com, or be sure to give your Ball Ornamentals sales rep a call. Thank you for allowing us to help you improve your business. We can all grow together.

On the cover...NEW Hydrangea Pistachio features an exciting new color combo for Hydrangea! Mounded, reblooming Pistachio has stunning flowers that show extraordinary and variable coloration. For more information on thisBall Ornamentals Exclusive, turn to page 22.

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Table of Contents Regional Recommendations ........................ 2 Abelia ........................................................... 4 Acacia .......................................................... 5 Agapanthus ................................................. 5 Agonis.......................................................... 5 Albizia .......................................................... 6 Astelia .......................................................... 6 Boronia ........................................................ 6 Buddleja....................................................... 7 Buxus ......................................................... 10 Callicarpa................................................... 10 Calluna ....................................................... 10 Camellia ..................................................... 11 Caryopteris ................................................ 12 Ceanothus .................................................. 12 Chamaecyparis .......................................... 12Chamelaucium............................................ 13 Cistus ......................................................... 13 Clematis ..................................................... 13 Coprosma .................................................. 13 Cordyline .................................................... 14 Cupressocyparis ........................................ 14 Daphne ......................................................15 Escallonia................................................... 15 Euonymus .................................................. 15 Gardenia .................................................... 16 Hardenbergia............................................. 16 Hydrangea ................................................. 17 Hypericum.................................................. 24 Ilex............................................................. 24 Ligustrum .................................................. 24 Lomandra .................................................. 25 Lonicera ..................................................... 25 Mimulus ..................................................... 26 Nerium ....................................................... 26 Pachysandra...