Lawrence Hopman:

North America: “Unbridled optimism for Mother’s Day tempered by reality”

"Mother's Day is an important floral holiday in North America, and while there was a great deal of enthusiasm and hope going into spring this year, we…

VDA Prime's developments in Kazakhstan

Growing to the East

After 10 years of catering to the Eastern European market, VDA Prime has continued to expand their area of sales in recent years, further and further east, and now has their…

September 15-16, 2023

Naivasha Horticultural Fair celebrates 21st anniversary

With the idea to show the world that Kenya flower growers are a professional group that takes care of their staff's welfare, trains them properly in…

"Rosa Plaza is all about quality"

African Roses with the Dutch touch

Of all the flowers on earth, the rose is the most sold species worldwide. Of course, not surprising when you consider that red roses have been used for…

Almost 1.4 million visitors for Keukenhof

Keukenhof has successfully concluded the 2023 season. It represented a ‘welcome back’ to visitors from around the globe. The former gave the flower…

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FloraLife introduces new product to hydrate and condition post-harvest hydrangea crops

FloraLife has introduced the new and improved FloraLife® Hydrate Hydrangea, a product specifically formulated to hydrate and condition post-harvest…

World Floral Expo 2023 canceled

The World Floral Expo 2023 has been canceled, the organizers report. "Due to circumstances beyond our control, it has been decided to cancel the 2023 edition of WFE, scheduled…

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Ukraine flower market survived three huge challenges

The Ukrainian market for cut flowers is US$250 million. About 150 million cut flowers are sold annually in the country. However, these are the maximum…

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Easement of the attachment of UK Plant Passports in EU Member States extended for 24 months

Following a review, the Plant Health Services in Great Britain have agreed to extend an easement that allows draft UK Plant Passports to be attached in…

Could growing crops under solar panels provide food and energy at the same time?

Imagine growing greens in your backyard under a solar panel and then juicing them in a blender powered by the same energy. A new University of Alberta…

US: Downy mildew observed on a greenhouse in Massachusetts

Downy mildew was observed on coleus this week in a greenhouse in Massachusetts. Caused by the oomycete Peronospora choii, this disease can be found…

The HTA calls on the Scottish Government to deliver a sustainable, supported, and realistic transition to peat-free

The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) has set out a detailed response to the Scottish Government Consultation on Ending the Sale of Peat,…

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Ambiente, Christmasworld, and Creativeworld:

Outlook on growth areas and highlights for 2024

The leading international consumer goods fairs, Ambiente, Christmasworld, and Creativeworld, were held together for the first time at the Frankfurt…

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How to confirm, surrender or transfer rights

Guide to retained EU plant variety rights under UK legislation

Following the withdrawal agreement of the United Kingdom (UK) from the European Union (EU), the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) has informed the…

The 6th annual Alexandra Farms Garden Rose Design contest is now open

Floral designers worldwide are invited to share their best work using garden roses in the Alexandra Farms Garden Rose Design Contest. Full and…

UK: Blue Diamond acquires 44th Garden Centre

Blue Diamond has acquired Fosseway Garden Centres in Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire, along with the purchase of Beckworth Emporium located in…

UF/IFAS professor emeritus and conservationist part of a team that shows rare Ghost Orchid at Chelsea Flower Show

The rare Ghost Orchid might be known to the public through the book, “The Orchid Thief” and the 2002 Meryl Streep movie, “Adaptation.”  But plant enthusiasts…

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CAN (ON): 12,000 free tulips available at Toronto’s Nathan Phillips Square this Sunday

Toronto’s Nathan Phillips Square will be covered with 12,000 free tulips for the public to pick up this weekend in celebration of Dutch Heritage Month.…

American Floral Endowment launches 2023 fundraising campaign to support floral industry

In an effort to continue to increase support for important research, education, and other floriculture programs to advance our industry, the American…

Colour Your Garden nursery introduces new concept Bloomboost

Colour Your Garden adds a new mix to its large assortment of perennials. In addition to the spring mix, bee-friendly mix, and autumn mix, the flower…

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Almost time to propagate poinsettia mums

Though it's early May, it’s not too early to start thinking about poinsettia and/or fall mum propagation. I know some growers have already received…

Nine Plantipp novelties shortlisted for Chelsea 2023

Nine novelties within Plantipp management have been shortlisted at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show this year. The novelties will be presented by…