For 2026, we showcased over 100 varieties of dahlias, 57 varieties of osteospermums, 17 celosia, 16 lobularia (sweet allysum) 12 dianthus, and 7 salvia varieties.

Here is the list of plants in the trials:  CGW_2026 list

The plants were evaluated 3x (early June, early July, early August) and scored from 1 to 5 (1 being poor, 5 excellent).

Peak bloom for the osteospermums and lobularia were late July; most of the dahlias peaked around August 1st; the celosia and salvia peaked a bit later – mid to late August.

Ratings are posted here:CGW.2026Evaluations Final