Kelly Funk, Jackson & Perkins, on their new garden rose collection Library of Roses

“This collection features a unique blend of heritage and innovation”

"In a time of growing attention for heritage plants, modern breeding and a keen interest in nostalgia, this collection seeks to preserve the…

"Continuity in quality of Eucalyptus cinerea thanks to one permanent grower"

Eucalyptus cinerea, with its subtle menthol scent and silver-grey leaves, is a much-loved cut green in floral arrangements and bouquets. This popular…

Bill Waters - Obituary

The passing of William (Bill) Reid Waters on January 13, 2025 at age 89 has been announced. Predeceased by his beloved wife June, he has left behind loving family, Jeff (Trish),…

Aart Buizer (Fresco Flowers) on 2025:

"The year is off to an unprecedented start in terms of pricing"

With all the challenges in floriculture at home and abroad, the question was how last year would go. Nevertheless, 2024 has generally been a good year…

Agaris announces new factory acquisition in Poland

Agaris has announced the acquisition of a new factory and logistics site near Elbląg, Poland. The new site spans 13 hectares and is strategically…

DHL

"Ecuador sees record breaking flower exports for 2024"

In 2024, Ecuador exported a 'record-breaking' 26,466 tons of flowers from Quito's Mariscal Sucre Airport—a 17% growth compared to 2023—underscoring the…

Multiflora A/S chooses Porta Nova's Red Naomi Futura

This week, Multiflora A/S launched the Red Naomi Futura roses. The company is the first in Denmark to have chosen roses of Dutch grower Porta Nova.…

Connecting growers directly to the market

One Flora Group introduces PlantPartners, a new company that connects plant growers directly to the market. PlantPartners reinforces One Flora Group's…

Ornamental plants second biggest export product of Netherlands

Dutch agricultural exports continue to grow, reaching an estimated 128.9 billion euro in 2024: a 4.8% increase compared to the previous year. Both…

UK: 81% of adults agree that gardens have physical benefits to them, survey finds

When setting resolutions and intentions for the year ahead, many look to improve their physical health by signing up for a gym or an exercise class,…

Opportunity for turnkey acquisition opens up in Canada

A rare turnkey greenhouse acquisition opportunity is being made available to potential purchasers. BMO Capital Markets has been engaged to offer for…

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New biochar-enhanced soil blend to hit market soon

Organic Mechanics Soil has announced the launch of its 110 Blend, a biochar-enhanced potting soil designed for cannabis cultivation, landscape…

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Researchers design a new device to clean greenhouse roofs

Dust, algae, mold, lichen, and moss accumulation on the greenhouse cover materials could hinder sun lights and decrease the internal light intensity in…

Australia: Madeleine Wilson makes a career change into a horticulture apprenticeship at 38

Madeleine Wilson has made a career shift, leaving behind her indoor office job for an apprenticeship in the colorful world of horticulture at the…

Expo 2029 Korat

"Site Inspection highlights progress toward a green future"

Since receiving AIPH approval in March 2024, preparations for the Nakhon Ratchasima International Horticultural Expo 2029 (A1) have been intensifying.…

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Study:

'A test of the Grant–Stebbins pollinator‐shift model of floral evolution'

Pollinators are thought to play a key role in driving incipient speciation within the angiosperms. However, the mechanisms underlying floral divergence…

India: New chrysanthemum varieties revealed

The CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI) on Sunday unveiled four new chrysanthemum varieties on the concluding day of the rose and…