CAST 2026

California Spring Trials 2026 was one to remember!


Spring delivered exactly what we hoped for at this year’s California Spring Trials. Hosted at Headstart Nursery, the ThinkPlants team was proud to showcase our latest perennial introductions and connect with so many across the industry.


From standout varieties to meaningful conversations with growers and brokers, the week was filled with fresh ideas and a shared excitement for the future of perennial genetics. This year was especially memorable as we celebrated two participants reaching an incredible milestone—100 years: Kapiteyn and Monrovia Nursery. CAST continues to be an invaluable opportunity to collaborate, learn, and look ahead.


Thank you to everyone who stopped by, shared insights, and made this year such a success. We’re energized by the momentum and look forward to continuing the conversation in the months ahead.


-The ThinkPlants Team-

Zoltan Kovacs, Jon Russell, Paula Scott, Joey Wiseman, Anik Graves (Picture inset: Dan Webber)

Plant Highlights

Lavandula

Scent™ Mini Blue

Syngenta Flowers

Fragaria

Pretty, Tasty™ 'Ruby'

Terra Nova Nurseries

Gaillardia

Gusto™ Swift Saffron

Danziger 

Revisit CAST

Click below to watch the video and take a tour through the ThinkPlants tent with us.

Flower Wall Photos

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Media Coverage

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New Varieties Brochure

Click below to see all the new varieties for 2026!

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