Recap: Benary's California Spring Trials 2026

🏄🏼‍♂️ A Successful Week in Santa Barbara 🏄🏾‍♀️

CAST 2026 has come to a close, and once again, it was a great success.

For the first time, we welcomed visitors to our new home at Por La Mar Nursery in Santa Barbara, hosting guests from around the world. Growers and industry professionals explored our latest introductions for the upcoming season and even got an exclusive preview of what’s ahead for 2027.

Under the theme “Surfin’ USA,” our displays came alive in red, white, and blue, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States. To complete the experience, visitors joined in a fun surf contest, wrapping up the week with an exciting prize.

Thank you to everyone who joined us.
We look forward to seeing you again soon.

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Rose Espresso

The newest addition to our landscape Begonia series. Rich, espresso-colored foliage creates bold contrast against vibrant rose blooms, delivering standout performance at retail and in the landscape.

StreetArt^™

A new, more vigorous Pentas — ideal for large pots and premium patio containers. Shown here as a striking red, white, and blue mix, perfect for Memorial Day and Independence Day sales.

StreetArt

Wookie

Meet the newest character in the lineup. Begonia Wookie is a heat-loving, semi-trailing series with uniquely hairy leaves and stems — bringing texture, novelty, and personality to any planting.