Trial Events

Cincinnati Zoo
The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden horticultural staff and volunteers, in conjunction with several other organizations, conducts plant trials on annuals, grasses, and perennials in accordance with regimented protocols.
CSU
Each year, CSU trials over 1,000 different cultivars of annual bedding plants. Varieties are evaluated for plant vigor, uniformity, floriferousness and tolerance to environmental and biotic stresses.
Smith Gardens
Located in Marysville, Washington, the Smith Gardens trial garden was built in 2013 and is approximately two acres in size, with 18 raised beds capable of holding up to 1,300 varieties. Join them in celebrating their 10th annual New Varieties Showcase featuring plants from an assortment of breeders. 

about our trials

Pacific Plug & Liner extensively trials new varieties and our top performers throughout North America. In addition to our internal trialing, we use these strategically located trials to measure performance in real conditions. Our expert team of technical leads evaluates trials in person to make sure that varieties perform for growers and that they can provide region-specific guidance to our customers.

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