Plant Trials

International Plant Trialing Conference returns in 2025, register early

After a 10-year break, the Plant Trialing Conference will return from Oct. 13-15, 2025, offering updated insights and education. The event will be ... more »

NGB will unveil new management system for 2025 California Spring Trials

National Garden Bureau (NGB) will manage the California Spring Trials, formerly known as the "Pack Trials". This marks a significant shift for the... more »

Forty under 40 perspectives: Native plant trials at Mt. Cuba Center

Mt. Cuba Center has a long history of conservation dating back to the 1930s when Pamela and Lammot du Pont Copeland purchased land in the rolling hill... more »

Trial Garden Report: Penn State Flower Trials

The Penn State Flower Trials is located at the Southeast Agricultural Research & Extension Center (SEAREC). It serves as living laboratories and g... more »

Editor’s letter: Growth regulators

The words “growth regulators” are often part of conversations about insects or plants. This month, we discuss both to help growers succeed in prod... more »

Award-winning varieties

Each year many associations, shows and trial gardens give recognition to strong performing annuals, perennials and shrubs by giving out awards. This r... more »