All-America Selections, with over 90 years of trials and award winners, is the only national, non-profit plant trialing program in North America. Reiman Gardens is proud to be both a trial site for ornamentals, edibles, and perennials showcased as both in-ground and containerized trials and a display garden highlighting recent winners. Check out the AAS website for trial and display sites, winners, blogs, and so much more!
If you want to talk more about AAS trials at Reiman Garden IN PERSON, we are partnering with several other central Iowa gardens for the First Annual (hopefully) Central Iowa Garden Gallivant! Mark your calendars for August 8-9 and check out Reiman Gardens on social media for more info coming soon. Programming at Reiman Gardens will be August 8 from 9 am to 2 pm.
Ocimum basilicum 'Treviso': Have you ever stepped outside to pick some fresh basil for a meal, only to discover your plant has dropped all of the leaves? 'Treviso' is an AAS Winner bred for mildew resistance and boasts excellent heat tolerance as well. This basil will work wonderfully in a large container for easy patio picking all summer.
Brassica oleracea 'Rubybor': If you listen to Horticultural Friday on IPR, you've heard several of us singing the praises of this phenomenal kale! 'Rubybor' is the first Gold Medal Winner in both ornamental and edible trials. 'Rubybor' is a beautiful deep purple color that produces tons of tender leaves that can be harvested frequently. Kale haters should give this one a shot; you might be surprised!
Heliopsis helianthoides 'Sole Giatto': Yes, false sunflower can be big and floppy, but 'Sole Giatto' grows only 20 inches tall and has a double, bright yellow bloom. Pollinators love it, rabbits and deer tend to stay away! Perfect for containers, middle of bed, or anywhere you need bright color and a compact habit.
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