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NGB announces 2026 "Year of the" genera

September 8, 2025
NGB announces 2026 “Year of the” genera

National Garden Bureau (NGB) has announced selections for the 2026 “Year of the” program. The “Year of the” program chooses genera specifically for the North American market that are easy to grow, genetically diverse, and... more »
As Monrovia Nursery Co. prepares to celebrate its 100th birthday in 2026, it’s demonstrating how a legacy of craftsmanship can power growth and innovation for the future

September/October 2025
100 years of ‘Growing Beautifully’

As Monrovia Nursery Co. prepares to celebrate its 100th birthday in 2026, it’s demonstrating how a legacy of craftsmanship can power growth and innovation for the future. Like many businesses in this industry, Monrovia began... more »
Monrovia introduces new liner program

September 3, 2025
Monrovia introduces new liner program

Monrovia Nursery recently announced it is introducing Strong Starts, a new, yearly program with planned liner orders that will feature many genetics that have redefined the industry. The goal of the Strong Starts program is... more »

August 28, 2025
2025 Farwest Show Retailers’ Choice Award winners revealed

Garden retailer judges at Farwest 2025 searched the trade show floor to find great products to present Retailers’ Choice Awards to. Some 11 companies received awards for 15 plants and products — here they are... more »
Dümmen Orange Petunia Surprise Sparkle Blue Vein

August 26, 2025
Dümmen Orange highlights top performers from 2025 summer trial season

As Dümmen Orange wraps up its summer trials season in North America, these annuals and perennials represent the best in class for color, habit and overall garden performance. These selections rose to the top across... more »
2025 Farwest Show People’s Choice winners announced

August 25, 2025
2025 Farwest Show People’s Choice winners announced

Hybrid Maple 'Alpenglow' was voted as the People’s Choice Best in Show winner in the 2025 Farwest Show’s New Varieties Showcase. The plant was hybridized by Paul H. Halladin in Boring, Oregon, and introduced by... more »
Fescue ‘Glow Ticks’ receives Best in Show at Farwest 2025

August 21, 2025
Fescue ‘Glow Sticks’ receives Best in Show at Farwest 2025

Fescue ‘Glow Sticks’ was chosen by professional judges as the Best in Show winner in the 2025 Farwest Show’s New Varieties Showcase. The plant was discovered by Jeremy Schmidt and introduced by Bristol Briar. It... more »
Danziger expands technical support for growers

August 6, 2025
Danziger expands technical support for growers

Danziger announced it is offering new tools, technology and guidance for grower customers and partners. A new Growing Tips Hub on its website provides information on best practices, expert growing tips and other tools. The... more »
Dümmen Orange Releases its 2026 Welcome to the Jungle Catalog

August 4, 2025
Dümmen Orange publishes 2026 Welcome to the Jungle catalog

Dümmen Orange has released its 2026 Welcome to the Jungle catalog to highlight its current program for the upcoming year. Welcome to the Jungle is an indoor succulent and foliage houseplant program with more than... more »
Sakata Helianthus Vincent series

August 2025
Bloom Boom: Striking cut flowers at California Spring Trials

The North American market for cut flowers remains strong as consumers fill their garden beds and patio containers with better options for use in personal floral arrangements or to sell at local markets. Sunflowers are... more »
Big bluestem ‘Blackhawks’ named 2026 Perennial Plant of the Year

July 30, 2025
Big bluestem ‘Blackhawks’ named 2026 Perennial Plant of the Year

The Perennial Plant Association has announces the 2026 Perennial Plant of the Year is Andropogon gerardii ‘Blackhawks’. Selected by PPA members, this exceptional cultivar, commonly known as big bluestem 'Blackhawks', stands out for its striking... more »
Emerald Coast Growers Monarda 'Sugar Buzz Pink Frosting'

July 29, 2025
Emerald Coast Growers adds 32 perennial varieties

Emerald Coast Growers has added 32 perennial varieties to its lineup for the 2025-2026 growing season. “We constantly listen to our customers’ needs and try to meet them as quickly as we can,” said Cheri... more »