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Graphic showing the 2026 winners of the Year of the program.

NGB announces 2026 “Year of the” genera

National Garden Bureau (NGB) has announced selections for the 2026 “Year of the” program. The “Year of the” program chooses genera specifically for the North American market that are easy to grow, genetically diverse, and... more »

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Garden Media Group releases 2026 Garden Trends Report

Garden Media Group has released its annual Garden Trends Report for 2026. According to the report, people are finding sweetness in unexpected places. From cozy games to catios, consumers are embracing small joys and simple... more »

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Culture Report: Dianthus ‘Kiwi Mellow Cool’

Dianthus are a long-lasting addition to any floral arrangement. From bouquets to garlands to other creative designs, the wide-reaching color palette allows designers to be whimsical and artistic. In cool and temperate climates, dianthus can... more »

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Dümmen Orange highlights top performers from 2025 summer trial season

As Dümmen Orange wraps up its summer trials season in North America, these annuals and perennials represent the best in class for color, habit and overall garden performance. These selections rose to the top across... more »

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2025 Farwest Show Retailers’ Choice Award winners revealed

Garden retailer judges at Farwest 2025 searched the trade show floor to find great products to present Retailers’ Choice Awards to. Some 11 companies received awards for 15 plants and products — here they are... more »

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2025 Farwest Show People’s Choice winners announced

Hybrid Maple ‘Alpenglow’ was voted as the People’s Choice Best in Show winner in the 2025 Farwest Show’s New Varieties Showcase. The plant was hybridized by Paul H. Halladin in Boring, Oregon, and introduced by... more »

Glow Sticks Fescue wins judges' Best in Show at Farwest New Varieties Showcase

‘Glow Sticks’ fescue wins Farwest Show’s New Varieties Showcase award

'Glow Sticks' fescue (Festuca arundinacea ‘Glow Sticks’ PP34648) was named Best in Show in the 2025 Farwest Show’s New Varieties Showcase. Discovered by Jeremy Schmidt and introduced by Bristol Briar, the ornamental grass is available... more »

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Culture Report: Sol Luna Prime hybrid impatiens

In our industry, efficiency is everything. Saving time equals saving money. That is one of the reasons our breeding work at Danziger is focusing on developing varieties that are not only beautiful but also maximize... more »

FlowerTrials 2024

FlowerTrials 2025 highlights breeding innovation, retail trends

FlowerTrials 2025 took place June 10 to 13 in the Netherlands and Germany, gathering plant breeders, growers, wholesalers and retailers from around the globe. Across 27 locations, more than 5,000 visitors from 90 countries saw... more »

Emerald Coast Growers expands perennial lineup for 2025

Emerald Coast Growers has added 32 perennial varieties to its offerings for the 2025-2026 growing season, expanding its perennial selection to meet increasing customer demand. Though the company is well known for its ornamental grasses,... more »