Plant Trials
International Plant Trialing Conference returns in 2025, register now
After a 10-year break, the Plant Trialing Conference will return from Oct. 13-15, 2025, offering updated insights and education. The event will be held at the Embassy Suites Hotel in Bloomington, Minnesota, which is near... more »
Turn over a new leaf at California Spring Trials 2025
California Spring Trials is always a blast of new forms, colors and trending tips. Officially set for March 25 to 29, more than 30 breeding companies are in preparation to show off the newest plant... more »
NGB 2025 Green Thumb Award winners are here
The National Garden Bureau (NGB) has revealed the winners of the 2025 Green Thumb Awards.These awards, established in 1998, recognize exceptional new plant varieties and gardening products that meet rigorous criteria, including uniqueness, innovation, problem-solving capabilities,... more »
NGB will unveil new management system for 2025 California Spring Trials
National Garden Bureau (NGB) will manage the California Spring Trials, formerly known as the "Pack Trials". This marks a significant shift for the event, which has been a key fixture in the horticulture industry for... more »
Forty under 40 perspectives: Native plant trials at Mt. Cuba Center
Mt. Cuba Center has a long history of conservation dating back to the 1930s when Pamela and Lammot du Pont Copeland purchased land in the rolling hills of northern Delaware. The Copelands had a particular... more »
Trial Garden Report: Penn State Flower Trials
The Penn State Flower Trials is located at the Southeast Agricultural Research & Extension Center (SEAREC). It serves as living laboratories and garden classrooms for horticulture, plant pathology and entomology. The Penn State Flower Trials... more »
Award-winning varieties
Each year many associations, shows and trial gardens give recognition to strong performing annuals, perennials and shrubs by giving out awards. This roundup includes only a small sample of all the honorees celebrated by the... more »
Dümmen Orange recaps 2024 summer trial season
Dümmen Orange participated in several industry trials across North America this summer, showcasing a range of new plant varieties. Notable locations included Colorado State University, Penn State University, Metrolina Greenhouses and the University of Georgia.... more »
Deadline extended to enter perennials in 2025 AAS Trials
All-America Selections announced an extension for breeders to enter perennial varieties for evaluation in the 2025 AAS Trials. The new deadline to enter is Sept. 30, 2024. The AAS Perennial Trial evaluates genetics over a... more »
Danziger’s 2024 top trial performers
Danziger has released its North American trial results, and varieties with eye-catching colors and unique patterns are making the list. These trial standouts have one thing in common – great garden performance. “Our trial locations... more »
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