This eye-opening lecture will take the guesswork out of which perennials and flowering shrubs are the best choices, especially for more challenging growing conditions. You simply cannot tell if a plant is a great performer year after year by looking at a pretty picture or attractively maintained inventory at garden centers. For over 30 years I have trialed hundreds of plants. I’m excited to share my results, as well as those of many reliable plant trials across the country. Some of the 'winners' may surprise you! Many natives and nativars will also be spotlighted.
This lecture is best suited for gardeners in hardiness Zones 3-8.
Kerry will show you:
Long-blooming, pollinator-friendly perennials requiring no deadheading, unlike many commonly sold varieties
Outstanding alternatives to favorite perennials that are short-lived; disease-prone; rapid-spreading; aggressive reseeders; or stake-requiring
No prune or rarely pruned glamorous flowering shrubs
Improved stalwarts for dry shade
Replacing exotic plants with natives that have similar-looking flowers
Join us at the Illinois + Wisconsin Landscape Show (iLandscape), the Midwest’s premier event for landscape and green-industry professionals! Explore hundreds of exhibitors showcasing the latest plants, equipment, and landscaping products, attend educational sessions and workshops, and connect with fellow industry leaders. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, network, and be inspired—we look forward to seeing you in Schaumburg, Illinois!
The Philadelphia Flower Show is the nation’s largest and longest-running horticultural event, showcasing world-class garden design, floral artistry, and emerging industry trends.
Grow For Me Gardening will serve as on-site ambassadors and content partners for Proven Winners, delivering immersive, multi-platform coverage that connects high-level garden design with real-world home gardening.
Eric and Christopher will provide curated walkthroughs, design breakdowns, and interviews with growers and designers, translating professional displays into practical, achievable planting strategies using the Proven Winners plant palette. Coverage will include trend analysis, audience engagement, and long-form educational content that extends the impact of the show beyond the event itself.
You’re invited to Southeast Green, Georgia’s premier event for landscaping and green‑industry professionals! Join us for a multi-day conference and trade show filled with exhibitors showcasing the latest products, educational sessions, and networking opportunities with industry leaders. Don’t miss this chance to learn, connect, and grow your business.
We also invite your to Exhibit with Us!
Southeast Greenis Georgia's only trade show for the green industry. It's your chance to market to one of the largest concentrations of landscape contractors, garden centers, and other growers in the southeast. We are continually working to build on the successes of previous years and bring more value to your exhibiting dollar.Check out the current Exhibitor Prospectus orSponsor Prospectus below to learn more about the opportunites to gorw your business at Southeast Green. https://www.southeastgreen.org/exhibitors
Join Us for the 4th Annual Garden Crossings Signature Garden Event! Saturday, June 13 | 9 AM – 4 PM
Experience an expanded day of inspiration with Heidi and our team! Explore our display gardens at peak color, meet the growers and designers, and enjoy:
Guided Garden Tours – See our ‘living catalog,’ get landscaping ideas, and preview new 2027 annuals.
Informative Speakers – Details coming soon.
Behind-the-Scenes Facility Tours – Greenhouses and shipping area.
Hands-On Planting – Create a combination container with our Garden Center team.
Boxed Lunch & Snacks, Swag Bag & Door Prizes, and Special Garden Center Deals
As a Proven Winners Destination Garden Center, we offer all shrub and perennial lines and 90% of the annuals.
Details:
Limited to 100 guests – register early.
Fee: $225 per person. All sales final.
Dress for weather; rain or shine. Comfortable closed-toe shoes recommended. Most areas not wheelchair accessible.
We can’t wait to spend the day with you! Once your registration is confirmed, we’ll reach out to enhance your experience.
Darwin Perennials Day is an annual industry event for perennial plant professionals held at The Gardens at Ball in West Chicago, Illinois. It brings together perennial growers, nursery and garden center businesses, landscapers, designers, and plant suppliers for a full day focused on plants and industry connections.
At the event you can:
See hundreds of perennial varieties growing in trial gardens and containers.
Explore a New Variety Showcase featuring the latest plants from top breeders.
Enjoy garden tours, education, and professional networking.
You’re invited to Cultivate in Columbus, Ohio—North America’s premier horticulture and green-industry event! Join thousands of growers, landscapers, retailers, and industry professionals for four days of cutting-edge exhibits, educational sessions, and networking opportunities. Discover the latest plants, products, and technology, gain new insights, and connect with peers from across the country. Don’t miss this chance to learn, grow, and be inspired—we look forward to seeing you at the Greater Columbus Convention Center this July!
Welcome to the 23rd annual Michigan Garden Plant Tour, which is a free, coordinated open house of leading young plant producers of ornamentals and Michigan State University. The objective of the Tour is to educate growers and industry professionals about new and existing plant selections and how they perform in different outdoor settings.
Greenhouse growers, landscapers, garden center operators, and nurserymen are invited to visit each of these participating Tour sites during this two-week period.
Expect to learn about a wide range of ornamental crops, including popular commercial brands of annuals and perennials. This is a terrific way to observe plant performance at different locations and grown under various landscape conditions, both in the ground and in containers.
Join us for a special Perennial Expo as we honor 80 years of innovation, growth, and passion for plants. Take a look back at how far we’ve come — and get inspired by where we’re headed next!
Experience an exciting day packed with dynamic speakers, behind-the-scenes tours, and an incredible showcase of standout perennials. We’re thrilled to highlight our newest products, plants, and programs designed to help you grow better than ever.
Stroll through our beautifully curated, ever-evolving Display Gardens — a true showpiece featuring the latest Proven Winners® Perennials in breathtaking settings you won’t want to miss.
We can’t wait to see you there! Secure your spot today by registering through the link below.
Attending EXPO is an invaluable opportunity for anyone looking to grow and succeed in the green industry. Stay current on the latest trends, discover new products, learn how to manage industry challenges, and connect with leading experts and peers from across the field.
EXPO is where knowledge, innovation, and networking come together, creating an experience that supports both personal and professional growth.
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