Robin Siktberg
What Was New From Sakata, Takii, and Others at California Spring Trials
Check out this photo gallery of top selections from the third day of the 2024 California Spring Trials, direct from the Greenhouse Grower team.
The Latest From Dummen Orange, Pacific Plug & Liner, and Others at California Spring Trials
Check out this photo gallery of top selections from the second day of the 2024 California Spring Trials, direct from the Greenhouse Grower team.
New Plants From Ball Companies, Green Fuse, and Westhoff Help Kick Off California Spring Trials
Check out this photo gallery of top selections from the first day of the 2024 California Spring Trials, direct from the Greenhouse Grower team.
New Begonias, Herbs, and More From Benary and Syngenta Flowers at CAST 2023
Begonias are hot, as was evidenced by new introductions from a number of breeders at California Spring Trials. Here’s what we found from Benary and Syngenta Flowers.
Breeders Bring New Flavor to Old Favorites on Day 3 of California Spring Trials
Visits to Sakata Ornamentals, Kientzler, American Takii, Danziger, and others included new series and updates to familiar names.
Has the Succulent Wave Peaked? Not So Fast
There are still many opportunities for growth in the succulents market. A breeder, a grower, and a social media lifestyle expert offer their take.
Why Begonias Have Been The Backbone of Gardens for More Than a Century
Hailing from all parts of the world, begonias have found their way into the pots and minds of gardeners, both young and old.
Highlights From the University of Tennessee’s 2021 Field Trials
The trial gardens included more than 200 varieties of annuals, perennials, vegetables, and herbs. Here are some trial manager favorites.
New Coleus and Begonias Impress at the Young’s Plant Farm 2021 Field Trials
The Young’s Plant Farm trial garden is located in Auburn, AL, and features 26,000 square feet of raised beds that include sun and shade trials.
Check Out the Impressive Results From the University of Minnesota 2021 Field Trials
In 2021, more than 500 varieties were trialed, ranging from ageratum to lantana to petunias to salvia, representing plant breeding companies from around the world.
Welby Gardens Bounces Back With Its 2021 Field Trials
The Colorado grower y tested more than 750 varieties and had approximately 250 industry professionals attend and vote for their favorites.
Top Performers From the 2021 Penn State Field Trials
The Penn State Flower Trials draws more than 200,000 visitors each year at three locations in Pennsylvania.
Why the Raker-Roberta’s 2021 Field Trials Were a Welcome Return to Normal
Raker-Roberta’s field trials in Litchfield, MI, featured early heat and rain, new plants, and perhaps most of all, a return to “normal.”
Ohio State University 2021 Field Trials Return With Strong Performances
Trials in two different locations were great overall, particularly when they hit stride in mid-July.
Metrolina Greenhouses 2021 Field Trials
Metrolina Greenhouses runs a large field trial at its location in Huntersville, NC.
Amid the Rain, Top Plant Performers Emerge From 2021 Cornell University Field Trials
A layout change in 2021 allowed cultivars of the same genus to be trialed side-by-side for easier comparison.
Why 2021 Was Top Notch for Mast Young Plants’ Field Trials
It was a great year for Mast Young Plants trials, with ideal weather and great plant quality right up to the end of the season.
Ramblings by Another Plant-Crazy Editor From The Second Day Of CAST Trials
As a former Greenhouse Grower editor and plant lover at heart, I jumped at the chance to once again attend CAST, the California Spring-Turned-Summer Trials.
Tackling The Tag Room
Ed Overdevest is working toward a solution for a problem that is a thorn in the side of […]