cultivar
noun
cul·ti·var
ˈkəl-tə-ˌvär 
-ˌver
: an organism and especially one of an agricultural or horticultural variety or strain originating and persistent under cultivation
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Within each species, some cultivars tolerate drought better than others.
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Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
29 June 2026
Keep in mind that availability varies by region, and not every cultivar performs well under the same conditions.
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Derek Carwood,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 June 2026
Look for the ‘Blue Heaven’ cultivar to provide depth and contrast to your landscaping plan—the blue-gray foliage stands out against emerald, hunter, forest, and variegated greens.
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Blythe Copeland,
Martha Stewart,
23 June 2026
Select a compact cultivar, such as ‘Kleim's Hardy' or ‘Crown Jewel', for growing in small spaces or containers, and be aware that these finicky shrubs might not be the best choice for beginner gardeners.
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Gemma Johnstone,
The Spruce,
22 June 2026
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Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
29 June 2026
Keep in mind that availability varies by region, and not every cultivar performs well under the same conditions.
—
Derek Carwood,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 June 2026
Look for the ‘Blue Heaven’ cultivar to provide depth and contrast to your landscaping plan—the blue-gray foliage stands out against emerald, hunter, forest, and variegated greens.
—
Blythe Copeland,
Martha Stewart,
23 June 2026
Select a compact cultivar, such as ‘Kleim's Hardy' or ‘Crown Jewel', for growing in small spaces or containers, and be aware that these finicky shrubs might not be the best choice for beginner gardeners.
—
Gemma Johnstone,
The Spruce,
22 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for cultivar
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“Cultivar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cultivar. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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