Plant Variety Trends to Note at Cultivate’25
July 9, 2025 Cultivate is a great opportunity to stay in the know on new varieties, and how to grow them the right way. Keep reading to learn more about just a few of the varieties-focused educational sessions taking place at Cultivate’25 (the complete education program can be found here).
Beyond Bedding Plants: Cracking the Perennial Code (Saturday)
Growing perennials comes with unique challenges, from vernalization to culture schedules and first-year flowering. This session will cover the essentials for successfully growing popular perennials such as lavender, gaillardia, and leucanthemum. You’ll also discover insights into up-and-coming perennials like Erysimum.
New Plant Varieties and Trial Results: Trends and Innovations (Sunday)
Stay ahead of the curve with insights into the latest plant varieties and trial results shaping the future of greenhouse production. This session will highlight must-have annuals for the upcoming season, their performance in trials, and how they can enhance your production offerings. Learn how trial data translates to real-world results and discover the implications these innovations have for growers. From standout performers to emerging trends, this session will equip you with the knowledge to make informed choices that align with market demands and consumer preferences.
Know What You Grow: Understanding Native Plants in Our Modern Environment (Monday)
Join in to get an understanding of themes and topics pertaining to any grower considering production of native plants. Topics of discussion will range from what a “native plant” is in context, finding out how regional specificity can be a benefit ecologically and in the marketplace, ecological services offered by native plants, and options available to growers for sourcing these plants. As native plants become more and more of a talking point, it’s important to position ourselves for success.
Dipladenia Decoded: Cultivating Success in Every Market (Monday)
Dipladenias have been growing in popularity for many years. It can be a challenge to grow a quality crop for spring sales. Dipladenias have curb appeal, giving a tropical look to any porch, combo basket, or landscape. It also has outstanding performance for customers. In this session, you will deep dive into the cultural needs of this crop to grow it in any market in the U.S. and Canada. You will leave this session with the confidence to grow this high value crop.
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