Voting now open for NGB’s 2026 Green Thumb Awards
The National Garden Bureau (NGB) has opened voting for its 2026 Green Thumb Award competition.
Established in 1998, the awards recognize exceptional new plant varieties and gardening products that are unique, innovative and offer effective solutions to common gardening problems.
The horticulture industry is invited to participate in selecting the People’s Choice Awards by casting their votes directly on the NGB website. Voters can select their favorites across six vital categories:
- Annuals
- Perennials
- Shrubs
- Edibles
- Houseplants
- Garden products
Winners for both the “Professional’s Choice” and the “People’s Choice” awards will be officially announced in January 2026.
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