California Spring Trials

A Sneak Peek at Spring Trials – Vol. 2
The countdown to the 2019 California Spring Trials continues, with just 38 days left until the event kicks off! Last week, I shared a handful of so... more »

A Sneak Peek at Spring Trials – Vol. 1
Can you believe the 2019 California Spring Trials are almost here? In exactly two months, breeder companies from around the world will gather along th... more »

Comparing a Whole Lotta Dianthus
Since 2016, Pacific Plug & Liner changed our efforts to focus solely on the perennial market. We have a large listing of perennial products but al... more »

Make the Most of Basket Performers
It is now July 25. This is the time of year that certain plants in my garden begin standing out more than others. I like to diversify my garden each y... more »
Up and Comers for 2019
In last month’s Spring Trials report, we covered some of the overall trends we observed in California this April. On the following pages, we’ll gi... more »

Hardy Introductions
A couple of weeks ago, I was able to visit the Gardens at Ball in West Chicago, Illinois, for Darwin Perennials Day. I'm lucky enough to have this bea... more »