Each year hundreds of new flower and vegetable plants are trialed and judged by independent, unpaid judges of All America Selections^TM (AAS).  The mission of AAS is "To promote new garden varieties with superior garden performance judged in impartial trials in North America.   They've been doing this since 1932. 

AAS Judges look for varieties with qualities that are superior to plants already on the market.   These qualities can include growth habit, adaptability, color, scent, taste and overall performance.  

Here are the best of the best for the 2006 season. 

Dianthus F₁ 'Supra Purple'

Diascia F₁ 'Diamonte Coral Rose'

Nicotiana F₁ 'Perfume Deep Purple'

Ornamental Pepper 'Black Pearl'

Salvia Farinacea 'Evolution'

Zinnia F₁ 'Zowie! Yellow Flame'