Don’t Miss Out – Register Now for Darwin Perennials Day
Attention: Growers, landscapers, designers, suppliers! Get inspired at the largest perennial event in North America. Registration is now open for Darwin Perennials Day!

Discover the new varieties, partners and production ideas set to elevate your lineup and save your spot today.
A full season of ideas in one event
Explore more than 20 trial beds filled with hundreds of perennial varieties to get an early look at what’s new for the season ahead – all packed into one amazing day. Along the way, join educational session and gather practical production tips you can put to use right away. Be sure to explore the New Variety Showcase for a first look at what’s coming next.
Don’t forget to dive into our newest Lavender introductions with ideas for building a Lavender program that thrives year-round.
Register Now!
Date: Wednesday, June17, 2026
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Place: The Gardens at Ball
1017 W. Roosevelt Road West Chicago, Illinois 60185
Find the full schedule here. And get to know the gardens below with a tour of the amazing perennial varieties that were featured last year. Explore and enjoy!