Variety Info

Retailers’ Choice from 2024 Farwest Show

As part of the Retailers’ Choice Awards, volunteer garden retailers highlighted 15 different products that caught their attention at the 2024 Farwest Show. The awards as chosen by the judges were presented at the show,... more »

Green goods: Editors’ picks from Cultivate’24

Cultivate’24 was full of the latest in plants, products and more for the horticulture industry. We spent four days trying to visit all the booths at the trade show, but there were so many attendees... more »

American Society of Cut Flower Growers named Woody Cut of the Year

The American Society of Cut Flower Growers (ASCFG) named its 2024 Cut Flowers of the Year. Chosen by the group’s 1600 members, the criteria for the awards are the varieties’ ease of culture, productivity, and... more »

Culture Report: Roselilies

Roselily is a captivating variety of Oriental lily renowned for its unique beauty and delicate fragrance. These hybrid lilies are characterized by their abundant petals and absence of pollen. With their elegant appearance and long-lasting... more »

A need for natives

It's not often that someone starts a business out of laziness. Donald Gerber, owner of Pollinatives in the San Antonio area and a self described “lazy gardener,” said he did just that after discovering native... more »

15 Retailers’ Choice Awards named at Cultivate’24

During a special event at Cultivate'24, Danny Summers, managing director of The Garden Center Group, announced the 15 winners of the 2024 Retailers’ Choice Awards. There were 62 products nominated, and the panel of garden retailer... more »

Eclipse Bigleaf hydrangea earns more awards

First Editions Eclipse Bigleaf hydrangea from Bailey Nurseries is getting a lot of attention in its first year on the market, recently added three prestigious awards to its growing list of accolades. In June 2024,... more »

20th edition New Varieties Annual Report now available

Eason Horticultural Resources (EHR) has released its 20th edition of the EHR 101 New Varieties Annual Report. In this year’s report, you’ll discover a curated selection of standout varieties that are set to make waves... more »

Zydeco zinnia earns the 2025 AAS Award

The 2025 All-America Selections (AAS) Award has been given to Syngenta Flowers’ new Zydeco Fire Zinnia. Zydeco is Syngenta Flowers' newest Zinnia marylandica series. Known for its fully-double flowers that are up to 25% larger,... more »

Dümmen Orange highlighted new offerings in multiple categories

Dümmen Orange showcased its annuals, perennials and tropical plant offerings during Cultivate’24. New introductions Dümmen Orange's new introductions included Verbena Empress Sun Kiss series, Geranium Glory Days series, Buddleja Little Rockstars, Welcome to the Jungle... more »