Discover the Latest All America Selections Winners for 2026

All America Selections (AAS), a non-profit organization dedicated to testing new plant varieties, has announced its winners for the 2026 gardening season. Following a rigorous evaluation process conducted by volunteer horticultural professionals, only the top performers receive the esteemed AAS Winner designation, a mark of quality and reliability for home gardeners.

The AAS’s mission is clear: to promote new garden varieties that excel in performance. Their tagline, “Tested Nationally and Proven Locally®,” encapsulates their commitment to supporting gardeners with reliable options. Every year, the organization recognizes outstanding plants, with awards like the AAS Gold Medal given for significant breeding breakthroughs.

Key Winners for 2026

Among this year’s AAS Winners, Basil Treviso stands out as an exceptional choice for kitchen gardens. This compact, highly branched plant is not only vigorous but also possesses excellent heat tolerance. Notably, it maintains its tender leaves late into the season and is slow to flower, making it a high-performing selection for both novice and experienced gardeners.

Another impressive entry is the Bean, pole Majesty, a purple pole bean known for its high yield and superior quality. Its dark, dense foliage resists insect damage and recovers quickly from summer heat stress. Gardeners can enjoy its sweet, tender beans throughout the season, enhancing their culinary creations.

The Kale Rubybor F1 has also earned recognition as a dual-purpose plant. With its striking deep purple foliage, it adds beauty to any garden while being edible. This variety is compact, making it suitable for both containers and garden beds. It boasts high yields and exceptional tenderness, free from bitterness, appealing to those seeking both aesthetics and nutrition.

Another noteworthy winner is the Squash, winter Butter Lamp F1. This mini, pumpkin-shaped butternut squash is not only charming but also robust, showing resistance to powdery mildew, heat, and insect pressures. It matures early, producing uniform fruits with rich, yellow flesh, providing gardeners with both beauty and sustenance.

Finally, the Tomato BadaBing! F1 is a cherry tomato variety that promises early-season harvests with outstanding flavor. Its crack-resistant fruit grows to about 40 inches (approximately 1 metre), making it perfect for containers or smaller garden spaces.

Availability and Resources

The 2026 AAS Winners will be available for purchase as supplies permit. Gardeners should note that obtaining desired seeds or plants may be challenging immediately following the announcement. For convenience, the All America Selections website provides a list of seed houses that supply the winning plants.

Patricia Hanbridge, a Lead Horticulturist with Orchid Horticulture, emphasizes the importance of these selections for both home and professional gardeners. She encourages enthusiasts to explore the new varieties that can elevate their gardening experience.

As more winners are revealed, interested gardeners can look forward to upcoming articles detailing additional AAS selections. For further information, visit the All America Selections website at https://all-americaselections.org/buy-winners/ or connect with Orchid Horticulture via their social media channels and website.

In summary, the announcement of the 2026 AAS Winners provides exciting new options for gardeners seeking reliable and high-performing plant varieties. With a focus on quality and proven results, these selections are poised to enhance gardens across North America.