Breeder News

Terra Nova Nurseries supports trailing-plant trend with 3 series

Terra Nova Nurseries is responding to increased demand for trailing foliage by promoting three collections of heucherella and tiarella suited for growers, retailers and landscape uses. Interest in trailing forms has grown among finishing growers... more »

InBlume unveils 2026 poinsettia collection

InBlume Indoor Blooming has debuted its 2026 Poinsettia Collection, a collaboration between leading breeders Beekenkamp, Graff, InBlume, Lazzeri, Rinehart Poinsettias and Suntory. Inspired by the runway, this collection celebrates the grower as the true designer... more »

Star Roses and Plants restructures woody ornamentals team

Star Roses and Plants announced it has restructure its woody ornamentals team with two promotions and a new hire. Kristen Pullen has been promoted to director of woody products and will be responsible for the... more »

Jackson & Perkins reveals 2026 rose introductions

Jackson & Perkins has announced its 2026 rose introductions, featuring new releases from the Jackson & Perkins breeding program, rare global finds and cold-hardy varieties. “Year after year, we honor the artistry and legacy of... more »

New locations, exhibitors announced for 2026 California Spring Trials

National Garden Bureau (NGB), manager for the California Spring Trials (CAST) registration, has announced new participants and new locations for some breeding companies. See whose moving As earlier announced, Benary is moving from Watsonville to... more »

Sakata forms joint venture with Kientzler family

Sakata America Holding Co. has formed Tikal LLC, a joint venture established in partnership with the Kientzler family of Germany. The joint venture will operate under the name Innovaplant de Guatemala S.A. The joint venture... more »

American Garden Rose Selections announces 2026 winners

The American Garden Rose Selections (AGRS) program has announced its 2026 award-winning roses, recognizing varieties that excel in beauty, resilience and fragrance across diverse U.S. climates. The winners were evaluated in test gardens nationwide based... more »

Quality Cuttings expands offerings with Westhoff petunias

Quality Cuttings Team (QCT) recently announced it is expanding its petunia offerings with a selection of Westhoff varieties. Petunias remain a staple in ornamental horticulture, prized for their vibrant blooms and versatility across garden beds,... more »

Bailey announces new sales leadership, representatives

Bailey Nurseries recently announced the appointment of AJ Lambert as chief sales officer, further strengthening its executive leadership team as the company continues to expand its reach and partnerships.... more »

Danziger announces top trial varieties for North America

A summer filled with excessive heat and record rainfalls provided challenging growing conditions at many trial locations across North America. Trial managers and attendees noted several standouts including these new Danziger 2026 introductions and noteworthy... more »