EZ Flower

On dahlias, weddings and soaring tulip prices

"At the moment I am busy with a very big wedding in Switzerland," says Roelof Stijnman of EZ Flower. Now that the trade is a little quieter in the…

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Ethiopia: 'Macroeconomic reform favourable for fresh produce exports'

The recent macroeconomic reform might significantly enhance the competitiveness of exports and the growth of the horticultural industry, according to…

Jiang Shengde, Hongyue Horticultural Corp

"Making alliances for every single variety would have a positive effect on variety protection and variety promotion in China”

"Plant variety protection is a global issue. In China, the awareness of variety protection has increased compared to a few years ago, but there are…

NL: One Flora Group announces changes to board and management

One Flora Group announces that a new wind will blow through its executive and management team from 1 September 2024. In addition to a change in…

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AIPH / Green is Life Conference: 5 September, 2024

Polish Conference exploring horticultural sustainability and marketing

Sustainability and marketing in the horticultural sector are on the agenda for the AIPH / Green is Life Horticultural Industry Conference, set to take…

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Thailand: University using tissue culture to increase Blue Vanda orchid population

Fa Mui, also known as Blue Vanda, is the official flower of the University of Phayao. Scientifically named Vanda coerulea Griff. ex Lindle., this…

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SumUp

"Flower farms are the latest trend taking over the internet as demand soars 318%"

"As more people look for fun outdoor activities this summer, it seems to be the year of flowers. In the UK, searches for 'flower picking' have…

Vitroflora presents new range of young perennial plants and grasses for 2025 season

Vitroflora, a producer of seedlings of perennials and ornamental grasses, recently published their perennial and grass catalog for the 2025 season. Vitroflora…

Jeff O'Brien thanks his former team by means of a parody song

"There were no words to express my love and gratitude"

Friday August 16, marked Jeff O' Brien's last day at Van Belle Nursery and Bloomin' Easy as he embarks on a new journey with Brands in Blooms.…

UK: Flower show takes 'step in right direction'

This year's Shrewsbury Flower Show has been hailed as "another big step in the right direction". The event has been recovering following two years of…

Christening of a new rose at the Rose Festival in Lottum

On Saturday, August 10, 2024, filmmaker Ruud Lenssen christened a new rose variety named "Misty Memory" in Lottum. The ceremony took place during the…