Plant Trials
Trends From CAST
Just like crows looking for things that are bright, new and shiny, GPN staff once again flew out to California Spring Trials to see the plants. Most of the plants will be available to growers... more »
Celebrating a Garden Classic — Lilac
Lilacs have an everlasting appeal that consumers have loved for generations. They appeal to multiple senses with their beautiful colors and unforgettable fragrances. And the category continues to evolve as breeders have been working diligently... more »
Plantpeddler Reveals Results from 2021 Poinsettia Variety Day
On Dec. 2, Plantpeddler presented its 2021 Poinsettia Variety Day featuring a trial of 175 commercial and pre-release poinsettia varieties in the company's greenhouses in Cresco, Iowa. Attending this year's event were representatives from all... more »
Bold, Flashy and Durable 2021 Summer Trials
I completed my trial visits in mid-September, and it has been another extraordinary year with a wide range of new and exciting annuals for 2022. This article will focus on some of the current and... more »
Plantpeddler Poinsettia Variety Day to Take Place Dec. 2
Plantpeddler Poinsettia Variety Day is scheduled to take place Dec. 2, 2021 in Cresco, Iowa. This year, 160+ commercial and pre-release poinsettia varieties are being trialed, produced under true production protocols and environmental conditions. All... more »
Altman Plants Reports True Bloom Roses Trial Results
Altman Plants, a breeder and grower of garden roses, has reported garden trial results for the True Bloom Roses collection, including garden-worthy findings for five significant hybrid rose varieties. The evaluation involved extensive internal plant... more »
Flamboyant 2022 Petunia Introductions
In one of my articles last summer I described the petunia breeding evolution and and their development and then followed up with a description of many exciting and dynamic petunia introductions for 2021. The progression... more »
UGA Announces 2021 Trial Winners
The University of Georgia recently published its Classic City Winners for its 2021 trial garden. The Classic City Winners are chosen based on their outstanding performance in the Southeastern regional trial. Ratings are based on... more »
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