New Plants: More Than Just a Different Flower Color – J. Beggs-Joles

Start Date

02/05/2026

End Date

02/05/2026

Description

Recent plant introductions may be interesting simply because they’re new, but they should deliver more than just novelty. New selections should improve your landscapes and help your clients enjoy their investment. This means looking beyond the appeal of a new color and identifying the features that can help a landscape perform well for years to come.

Location

Chesterfield, MO

Distance Learning

Course Equivalency

Subjects

Horticulture / Plants

Health, Safety and Welfare

Hours

1.0

Learning Outcomes

1. Learn how new or improved plants can improve existing landscapes as a direct substitution.
2. Explore some new selections that address current trends in landscape design such as deer resistance, drought tolerance, and interest in using native plants.
3. Learn what introductions are addressing new pest and weather challenges.

Instructors

Jane Beggs-Joles

Course Codes

Provider

Proven Winners

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