Why 2026 Will Be a Big Year for America in Bloom
December 4, 2025 
Photo: America in Bloom
America in Bloom (AIB), the national nonprofit dedicated to helping communities become more vibrant, resilient, and welcoming through the power of plants, has opened registration for its 2026 program year – the organization’s 25th anniversary.
Since its inception, AIB has engaged nearly 480 communities in 44 states, partnering with local industry professionals, municipal leaders, and volunteers to improve quality of life through horticulture. With national momentum building in 2026, AIB is calling on growers, garden centers, landscape firms, and allied green industry businesses to help bring their own communities into the program.
“Horticulture professionals understand better than anyone how plants transform places,” says Mason Day, America in Bloom’s President-Elect. “When industry leaders champion America in Bloom in their own communities, they not only elevate local pride and beautification efforts, they create business opportunities, strengthen customer relationships, and help communities thrive in measurable ways. Our 25th anniversary is the perfect moment to get involved. We’re entering a historic year for both America and America in Bloom. There has never been a more meaningful time for our industry to step up and help their community grow.”
A Win–Win for the Horticulture Industry
Horticulture businesses that encourage their community to join America in Bloom benefit from:
- Business growth driven by demand for plants, services, and expertise
- Stronger local partnerships with municipalities, nonprofits, and schools
- Positive media exposure associated with beautification and environmental improvement
- Increased visibility and goodwill through community leadership
- Enhanced staff engagement through community service and volunteerism
Communities of all sizes, from small towns to large cities, are invited to join the 2026 America in Bloom program. Horticulture professionals are encouraged to share this opportunity with local leaders or spearhead participation themselves. To learn more or register a community, visit www.AmericaInBloom.org.
Looking Ahead to 2026
AIB’s 25th anniversary milestone will include special anniversary recognition, expanded educational resources, new marketing tools for participants, and the launch of “Gardens Across America,” a certification program that encourages individuals, businesses, and municipalities to plant gardens that showcase local spirit and foster environmental stewardship. Participants receive recognition, access to resources, and optional branded signage for display.
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