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Fall 2009
Summary Report 2008 Results

Ninety-five gardeners across North Dakota evaluated a total of 84 varieties of vegetables and flowers in their gardens. Varieties were rated for germination, plant health, earliness, yield, and fruit/flower quality.

Download the 8-page summary report (PDF, 732 KB). The full 62-page report (PDF, 2150 KB) includes information on trial procedures, weather conditions, as well as performance data and comments from gardeners on all varieties tested.

Results from this testing was used to update the list of varieties recommended for gardeners in North Dakota (PDF, 118 KB).

Gardeners were asked to evaluate the research program, too. Learn what they like and don't like about the project.


For more information, contact Tom Kalb, Department of Plant Sciences
Updated 8 September 2009
NDSU Extension Service