The Skimmia shines at this Dutch Skimmia nursery

Now that the season is starting up again and the greenhouse is gradually turning bright red, it's all hands on deck at Skimmia Nursery Bolwijn in the…

Rosa Eskelund, Viking Roses:

“Vikings can be grown with a minimal footprint and maximum satisfaction”

"1300 Years ago, people reacted, 'Watch out, the Vikings are landing!' Today, it's 'Look out for the Vikings, they are landing, delivering beauty and…

Growing begonias in the tropics: Trial results from Singapore’s Gardens by the Bay

The trial gardens at Gardens by the Bay in Singapore have highlighted begonia as a great option for shade-to-sun environments in a tropical climate.…

A new product cutting CO2 emissions up to 80%:

Mester Grønn hopes PureFiber Horti tray will make a difference

Mester Grønn has, together with Stora Enso, developed a plastic-free transportation tray for plants. The new PureFiber™ Horti tray is made from formed…

NL: GrootGroenPlus 2023 looks back at sunny edition

GrootGroen may never have experienced as much sun as this edition in its 33 years of existence. No one would really want to complain about that, of…

Photo report: Proflora 2023

Proflora 2023 has come to an end. And it was a special edition. The trade show was not only already sold out in January, but they also celebrated their 30th anniversary and…

AU: Helix Australia and KPBGA partner with SAS Resources Fund on national launch of Waxflower Local Hero

Helix Australia and Kings Park & Botanic Garden partner with SAS Resources Fund on the national launch of Waxflower Local Hero. It is bred by Kings…

Photo report: Canadian Greenhouse Conference 2023

The Canadian Greenhouse Conference took place in Niagara Falls last week. Over two hundred exhibitors showcased their products, and many more companies…

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"We now have a better understanding of how our chrysanthemums feel"

"In the past, we could only rely on our green fingers. Now we can complement that knowledge with reliable data," says Sander Middelburg of Leen…

VGB in strategic gear

Not so long ago, the Flower and Plant Wholesale Association (VGB) was 'reduced to its foundations.' This year, however, carries the promise of a new dynamic period. That…

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US (NJ): Delaware Valley Floral Group acquires wholesale florist

The Delaware Valley Floral Group (DVFG) has reached an agreement to acquire Ferris Brothers Wholesale Florist, located in Middlesex, New Jersey. DVFG…

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US (OH): Growers on guard against spotted lanternfly

The bad news is the spotted lanternfly – an invasive insect with an appetite for grape and hop plants – has arrived in the Mahoning Valley. The good…

UK: Stan Green awarded Pearson Memorial Medal 2023

The 2023 Pearson Memorial Medal for outstanding service to the garden industry has been awarded to Stan Green, Director of Growforth Ltd, Chairman of…

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The orchid obsession: How science and smuggling meet in a global trade

Third-generation orchid farmer Munekazu Eriji has watched the fate of the flowers rise and fall, echoing Japan's economy over the years. Now, like many…

The sustainable future of flowers

Sustainability has always been at the heart of everything Organic Blooms does. From supporting their trainees to build sustainable futures for…

Coloríginz keeps an eye on sustainable aspect of cultivation chain

Sometimes, as a florist, you look for a flower that is different from all the others. A bloomer that can create and “carry” a bouquet with its exotic…

Kevin Lawler transitions to sales representative role at EHR

Kevin Lawler will be transitioning from his role in nursery logistics to sales representative, where he will focus on servicing customers across New…

Dummen Orange varieites score awards

Over the past few months, Dümmen Orange has participated in multiple events, showcasing their varieties and their genetics. From left to right:…

Bransford Webbs raises over £6,000 for Perennial

The Bransford Webbs Plant Company has raised over £6,000 this year for Perennial through sales of the stunning Nemesia ‘Peaches n Cream.’ This gorgeous…

Unravelling malfunctions? Ruud likes nothing better

With the arrival of more luxurious and complex greenhouses, the complexity of malfunctions has increased. So, there is plenty of work for Ruud van de…

Growers fined by district water board, mainly for leaks

Together with the Haaglanden Environment Service (ODH), municipalities, and NVWA, the Delftland Water Board conducted extra supervision during the past…

Hanseatic cities celebrate 800th anniversary with Amaryllis pop-up stores

On Saturday, October 14, six Amaryllis stores will pop up in the Hanseatic region in the Netherlands. That will be in partnership with ABC florists in…

CON Heulweg BV and Batist Oranjepolder merge to become FlowerHarmony

The two gerbera companies from Kwintsheul (CON Heulweg BV) and Maasdijk (Batist Oranjepolder) are preparing for the future and will continue together under the…

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US (MA): A holistic vision blooms in Agawam

Rooted Flowers in Agawam is a flower farm fueled by a passion for harmony between nature, land, and family. Since 2019, owner-operator Becky Sadlowski…