Green Goods
Hoffmann acquires Smith Gardens
Hoffmann Family of Companies recently announced it has acquired a majority interest in Smith Gardens, a family-owned and -operated greenhouse growing company headquartered in Bellingham, Washington. In 2026, Smith Gardens celebrates 125 years of growing plants... more »
Sakata zinnia given two awards
Sakata’s zinnia 'Profusion Double White Improved' has been awarded the Gold Medal for the 2027 season by Fleuroselect. The zinnia also received the Gold Medal from All America Selections (AAS). The Profusion and Profusion Double... more »
Knox Horticulture joins ThinkPlants network
ThinkPlants recently announced that Knox Horticulture has joined its network of breeders, growers and suppliers. Headquartered in Winter Garden, Florida, Knox Horticulture joins ThinkPlants’ network of breeders, growers and suppliers, further strengthening the availability of... more »
ThinkPlants publishes new shrub catalog
ThinkPlants has released its new ThinkShrubs catalog, intended to signify a strategic move to enhance the ThinkPlants portfolio, which has primarily focused on perennial genetics since its inception in 2018. "If you are a shrub... more »
AHS, Burpee release America’s 250th Anniversary Seed Collection
The American Horticultural Society has partnered with Burpee and three historical institutions to release four commemorative seed collections marking America’s 250th anniversary. The collections were developed in collaboration with Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello, George Washington’s Mount... more »
PlantHaven, Green Fuse announce dianthus partnership
PlantHaven International and Green Fuse Botanicals are joining forces to expand the Pinks By Whetman program to North American growers. Beginning in week 20, Green Fuse will produce unrooted cuttings of the Selecta One Pinks... more »
PDSI previews a brighter lineup for 2026 MANTS
Plant Development Services (PDSI) is showcasing a colorful new slate of consumer releases. This year’s introductions are color innovations in electrifying magenta and coral, and captivating pastels. It’s a bold, joy-filled lineup crafted for growers... more »
New varieties for 2026
Plant breeding companies share their innovative introductions ready to fill your retail benches in 2026. [caption id="attachment_71459"... more »
Coleus named 2025-26 Flower of the Year in Japan
The novelty coleus Lime Edge (marketed internationally as Skeletal ('G20057' USPP 36481, PVR) has been named the 2025-26 Flower of the Year in Japan, one of the country’s most prestigious horticultural honors. The award is... more »
Terra Nova announces results from 2 trial programs
Terra Nova Nurseries has announced accolades for a selection of its best-of-breeding varieties at the 2025 Penn State University Flower Trials and the University of Tennessee Gardens, Knoxville. Three Terra Nova introductions — echinacea 'Revelation... more »
NGB announces 2026 Green Thumb Award Winners
National Garden Bureau (NGB) has announced the winners of its 2026 Green Thumb Awards. The Green Thumb Professional’s Choice Awards are judged by a panel of industry experts based on five criteria: innovation, garden performance,... more »
Terra Nova Nurseries lists Pantone 2026 Color of the Year-inspired plants
Terra Nova Nurseries has released its Pantone Color the Year 2026 plant list based upon PANTONE 11-4201 Cloud Dancer. The organic connection between Cloud Dancer and Terra Nova’s Color of the Year plant selections is... more »
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January 30, 2026
Costa Farms awarded at TPIE 2026
January 30, 2026
Hoffmann acquires Smith Gardens
January 28, 2026
AFE marks 65 years in 2026
January 27, 2026
Sakata zinnia given two awards
January 27, 2026
Knox Horticulture joins ThinkPlants network
January 27, 2026
Valentine’s Day 2026 spending to reach new records
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