SAPHO, licensor

of PLANT novelties for the garden

Select together

SAPHO's varieties are selected by our breeders collaborators, creators of varietal innovation with the devotion and the expertise of the nursery-owner propagators, specialized in plants and concerned to choose plants of good nature.

plants of good nature

Which means innovative and lasting varieties that are :
- attractive, resilient, original and easy to care for the garden and the landscape.
- suitable plants for the collective markets or for the distribution.
- plants that meet the agronomical qualities requirements and that are easy to grow for the grower.

then ENsure their promotion and development

SAPHO deals with the promotion of the varieties entrusted by the breeders and develops the collaborations with the licensed nursery-owners.

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Schizophragma elliptifolium LACY HEART® 'Monhart' Schizophragma elliptifolium LACY HEART® 'Monhart'

Schizophragma elliptifolium LACY HEART® 'Monhart'
A small variegated Schizophragma ideal for very shady walls  Bright, creamy-white variegated foliage that brightens up shady areas Large, flat inflorescences of fragrant white flowers in July  A delicate little climbing vine that clings to its support by itself
Azalea x STEREN® Purple 'KOPUR' Azalea x STEREN® Purple 'KOPUR'

Azalea x STEREN® Purple 'KOPUR'
Deep purple azalea with starry flowers  Spectacular early starry flowering  Blooms from mid-April with chiselled petals like  ‘Koromo Shikibu’ Foliage that persists well in temperate climates, smooth dark green like that of Japanese azaleas, keeps its same colour in winter unlike ‘Koromo Shikibu’ Compact, spreading habit, giving a very attractive effect in the garden at the base of a bed. They can also be grown in pots or tubs
Azalea x STEREN® White 'KOWHITE' Azalea x STEREN® White 'KOWHITE'

Azalea x STEREN® White 'KOWHITE'
Pure White azalea with starry flowers  Spectacular early starry flowering  Blooms from mid-April with chiselled petals like  ‘Koromo Shikibu’ Foliage that persists well in temperate climates, smooth dark green like that of Japanese azaleas, keeps its same colour in winter unlike ‘Koromo Shikibu’ Compact, spreading habit, giving a very attractive effect in the garden at the base of a bed. They can also be grown in pots or tubs
Camellia japonica 'Stromboli' Camellia japonica 'Stromboli'

Camellia japonica 'Stromboli'
A superb red camellia, easy to grow Selected by Stervinou Nursery, a Camellia specialist, for its ease of cultivation and flowering Magnificent dark red flowers with overlapping petals Glossy dark green evergreen foliage Its upright habit means it can be grown in containers as well as in heathland beds. It can also be trained against a trellis
Hesperantha coccinea Pink Butterflies® 'MACHESHY001' Hesperantha coccinea Pink Butterflies® 'MACHESHY001'

Hesperantha coccinea Pink Butterflies® 'MACHESHY001'
A very luminous pink flowering for the first time in Schizostylis/Hesperantha  A new, highly floriferous hybrid  Intense, bright pink flowering at the end of summer, providing a late nectar source for insects  Particularly interesting in wetlands or along riverbanks in sunny locations
Hibiscus syriacus FRENCH CABARET® PINK 'MINDOUPI7' Hibiscus syriacus FRENCH CABARET® PINK 'MINDOUPI7'

Hibiscus syriacus FRENCH CABARET® PINK 'MINDOUPI7'
New colour in the FRENCH CABARET® series of hibiscus with pompon flowers Very double flowers reminiscent of the frilly petticoats of cabaret dancers Continuous flowering from August to October, helped by the fact that these varieties produce virtually no seeds Soft, luminous pink flowers Easy to grow
Hibiscus syriacus FRENCH CABARET® WHITE 'Mindouwh4' Hibiscus syriacus FRENCH CABARET® WHITE 'Mindouwh4'

Hibiscus syriacus FRENCH CABARET® WHITE 'Mindouwh4'
New colour in the FRENCH CABARET® series of hibiscus with pompon flowers Very double flowers reminiscent of the frilly petticoats of cabaret dancers Continuous flowering from August to October, helped by the fact that these varieties produce virtually no seeds Pure white flowers, white-green buds Easy to grow
Hydrangea aspera HYDREAM® Chocolate 'HCPF1' Hydrangea aspera HYDREAM® Chocolate 'HCPF1'

Hydrangea aspera HYDREAM® Chocolate 'HCPF1'
A compact and colourful shape, a plus in the garden A clear improvement on the Hot Chocolate variety: compact and more branched, with better frost resistance (tested in particular in 2021 and 2022) Flowers from a young age, covering itself with pink inflorescences with bluish centres  Attractive contrasting dark green foliage with dark red undersides Interesting as a bedding plant, thanks to its more compact habit and better resistance, but can also be adapted to smaller, more exposed gardens
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what we offer to breeders

Over 100 plant breeders have chosen to work with us. We can help turn your creative work into commercial success.

We can choose with you the best varieties to trial in our nurseries. We will guide through the process of protecting creations (Plant Variety Certificate, Trademark).

Through a long-lasting partnership, we ensure the promotion of your plant varieties, the management of sub-licenses for growers, and the collection of royalties on your behalf, from the largest possible market.

what we offer to growers and landscape professionals

Whether you are a grower, a landscaper, or a designer of public or private spaces, the Sapho range of novelties can appeal to all your customers.

Our plant varieties are attractive, resilient and adapted to novel uses. They have been trialled in our nurseries and tested in gardens for several years.

This extensive trial process has allowed us to understand their behavior and their qualities in the garden.

Please feel free to contact us if you'd like to know more about our licensed propagators.

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Landscape inspiration: a small garden that looks great all year round!
Landscape inspiration: a small garden that looks great all year round!
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This drawing illustrates the synthesis of recurring requests we receive in coaching or point-of-sale animation: small...
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Best whishes and Colour of the year 2026
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2026-01-05
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A nurseryman's word: ‘Plants with remarkable characteristics’.
A nurseryman's word: ‘Plants with remarkable characteristics’.
Posted in: Testimonies
2025-12-18
Testimony of Pierre de Prémare, manager of Domaine de Chapelan and Pépinières Guillot Bourne II
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Pro's talk: “Plants that are easy to sell and will bring satisfaction to our customers”
Pro's talk: “Plants that are easy to sell and will bring satisfaction to our customers”
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Testomony of Guillaume Huger, nursery manager of Jardiland Dorceau
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One, two, three... good reasons to adopt them
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2025-06-19
To earn the right to be selected for the Sapho catalogue, a "plante de bonne nature" must be remarkable in several...
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A word from the pro: “Sapho plants are a sure bet for my landscape projects”
A word from the pro: “Sapho plants are a sure bet for my landscape projects”
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2025-03-13
A testimonial from Mathilde Tieleman, garden designer and specialist in private parks and gardens and therapeutic...
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Discover our catalogue book: Sapho, plant innovation for 50 years and beyond
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2024-12-18
We're delighted to present our new ‘hybrid’: our catalogue book! In it, you'll find our history and our vision of the...
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Landscape inspiration: the wall!
Landscape inspiration: the wall!
Posted in: Plant palette
2024-07-09
The feet of walls and facades are important surfaces and supports for adding the touch of greenery that rural...
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Sapho looks forward to seeing you at IPM ESSEN 2026
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Posted in: Our news
2026-01-21

Faithful to this major international event, Sapho looks forward to seeing you at IPM ESSEN from 27 to 30 January...

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Best whishes and Colour of the year 2026
Best whishes and Colour of the year 2026
Posted in: Our news, Plant palette
2026-01-05

To you, your loved ones, your teams, your company and our industry, Sapho wishes you all the best for 2026!And to get...

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A nurseryman's word: ‘Plants with remarkable characteristics’.
A nurseryman's word: ‘Plants with remarkable characteristics’.
Posted in: Testimonies
2025-12-18

Testimony of Pierre de Prémare, manager of Domaine de Chapelan and Pépinières Guillot Bourne II

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Breeders' talk: "Sapho allows us to concentrate on our passion"
Breeders' talk: "Sapho allows us to concentrate on our passion"
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2025-11-20

Testimony of Alexis and Liliane Le Duigou, passionate amateur gardeners - Les Jardins de Treuscoat

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