Southern Indiana flower farm sells unique blooms across Kentuckiana

Rainblow Blossom's pop-up shop is opening today, selling greenhouse winter flowers. "We pick our ranunculas very close so they will last for at least a week," says Michelle. "These flowers love the cold."  

Study on floral heat production playing an important role in successful reproduction of Alocasia odora

Thermogenesis is literally defined as heat production. Floral thermogenesis is a process that the reproductive structures of some plants produce heat, which is critical for flower organ development and reproductive success. However, floret (or inflorescence) development, thermogenesis, and pollinator…

What is the ideal supply maturity for cyclamen?

In response to a growers' question about the VBN supply maturity for cyclamen, Peter Rodenrijs on behalf of Royal FloraHolland asked the national Cyclamen committee to issue an advice. Reasons for the change are: The wish for sale is to supply the plants (slightly) more mature;Genetics have improved over…

"Europe's largest red roses greenhouse will start cultivating medicinal cannabis"

Ondara Directorship has decided to reorient its activity and start producing cannabis for medicinal use in Europe's largest red roses greenhouse. According to a statement from…

This digital cultivation logbook does not forget or lose anything

Walking around the greenhouse and inspecting the plants is a routine job for growers. Equipped with a notepad and an EC meter, growers are doing their job. Feeling, smelling, seeing: "Hey, seems like a pest" and "oh, those plants look kind of dry". Let's write that down. But then... a quick phone call in…

US (PA): "Easter 2020 was terrible. This year, it is completely the opposite"

Last year, they were worrying about dumping, now they are working overtime to fulfill the orders. However, the most concerning this year are the high freight prices. "The pandemic affected the supply chain and it hasn't come back to what it should be. For about two months now, freight costs are very…

"We see an ever-increasing interest in hydroponic growing"

"Ever since I was a little boy, my dad took me to the greenhouses where he worked. From a very young age I knew everything about growing tomatoes: the planting, the seedlings, taking care of the growth, and picking them," says Quentin Gomis. He has just been hired as the new commercial manager for…

Fertilizer rates and impact on root diseases

Ask any grower what the primary cause of root rot diseases is in their plants and they will tell you it is caused by overwatering. While overwatering may enhance disease development it is not the sole factor. For any disease to attack a plant, three conditions must be present; first, the pathogen must be…

Aardwarmte Vogelaer turns a need into a necessity

Horticulturalists have a heat demand that geothermal energy can provide for in a sustainable way. At the same time, a geothermal energy project has an electricity demand. In order to implement this in a sustainable way, Aardwarmte Vogelaer in Poeldijk is investing in cogeneration. And an associated CHP…

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April pest of the month: Xylella fastidiosa

Xylella fastidiosa is Australia’s number one national priority plant pest. It is a bacterial pathogen that can cause disease on many host plants, most notably Pierce’s disease on grapevine. It is known to infect hundreds of host plant species across nearly 100 families and is recognized as priority pests…

"A benefit of Brexit for us is that customers are seeking out an established UK supply chain"

"Although Brexit is producing its challenges, which everyone in the industry is experiencing, the one primary benefit of Brexit for us is that customers are seeking out an established UK supply chain," says Simon Earley, owner of Earley Ornamentals. This Thirsk, North Yorkshire-based young plant producer…

Less to none PGR needed in growing Primula Mitra and Mitra Late

Sustainability starts with the right genetics, which is why Syngenta Flowers puts a lot of emphasis on breeding tolerant varieties that can be grown with little to no Plant Growth Regulators (PGR) without compromising quality. "Our Primula series Mitra and Mitra Late are two very good examples," they…

Learn more about the international garden rose industry

Eager to learn more about garden roses all over the world? In the newsletter of the World Federation of Rose Societies, World Rose News, a lot of information, like Rose Trials, Events, Breeders and much more. Click here to check it out.

Ornamental cultivation packager takes first steps in the fresh produce sector with a line of paper bags

As a packaging company from the Dutch Westlands region, JBB Packaging from Maasdijk supplies a lot of packaging to cut flower and potted plant growers. A request from a…

Floriculture: A boom for doubling the income in Kashmir valley

Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) is a Union Territory (UT) of India, located in the country’s northern part between 32.17 and 37.6 North Latitude and 73.2 and 80.36 East Longitude in the Himalayan region. J&K has agro-climatic conditions best suited for horticulture and floriculture which is the mainstay of the…

"It is eagerly picked up by the trade"

Topspin is the new white chrysanthemum from Dekker Chrysanten and growers have high hopes for this variety. Three Dutch growers, Dekker Chrysanten, Arcadia Chrysanten and Van Leeuwen Flowers, added it to their assortment and Dennis van Leeuwen, owner of the latter nursery, shares his experiences so far with…

These common houseplants reduce carbon footprint most

It is International Houseplant Appreciation Day tomorrow (April 13th), and it looks to be bigger and better than ever this year following reports that some houseplant retailers have seen an increase in sales of 500% over the last year. This may be because houseplants have been known to boost mental…

CAN: Van Belle Nursery expands greenhouse space to meet rising demand

Spring sales are strong, orders are coming in early and brands are increasing in popularity. In a nutshell, these are the biggest differences this season compared to 2020, Kevin Cramer of Van Belle Nursery, a Canadian wholesale plant nursery that is shipping across North America, explains. To meet the…

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Mornings with Mayesh: Dutch still life flowers & wedding flowers

This episode of Mayesh featuring Gilberto Espinoza, of Dogwood & Fir, really covers a wide range of topics - everything from design principles to taxidermy and beyond! Mayesh chast about pin frogs, flower food, design details, and using triangles when designing using his Dutch still-life arrangement…

Enthusiastic response to UK Valentine’s Day campaign

Around Valentine’s Day, the consumer website Funnyhowflowersdothat.co.uk and its sister sites in France, Germany, and the Netherlands were packed with love-filled content around the theme of ‘We need more love’. We helped consumers to express their feelings with no fewer than eight different bouquet…

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NY: Greenhouses preparing for busy growing season ahead

“If you asked me last year what I’d say was going to happen, I would say I was dreaming about throwing everything out because it was really scary,” said Jan Barendse, owner of River Road Greenhouses in Marcy, Oneida County. But for River Road Greenhouses, those concerns did end up going away, along with…

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Business is blooming for Prague-based flower delivery service

In addition to traditional occasions such as birthdays, name days, and anniversaries, increasing numbers of people in the Czech Republic are sending flowers to express affection at a time when they cannot physically be together. Flower delivery service Flora Květiny has reported that flower sales have…

Countdown to the novelty parade

It's almost time: the Novelty Parade will take place next week from 19 to 22 April. This new online event gives you an excellent opportunity to get an overview of the latest products in cut flowers, garden plants and terrace plants, houseplants, and concepts. The Novelty Parade is organized in close cooperation with trendwatcher…

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The history of Mother's Day

Mother’s Day is a time to honor motherhood and show our appreciation to moms of all kinds, including wives, sisters, and grandmas, for all their hard work and sacrifice. In the United States, Mother’s Day is celebrated on May 9, 2021, and it’s customary to shower mothers with gifts, such as flowers and jewelry, on this special…

US: 273 members at the 2021 Virtual Great Lakes Floral & Event Expo

273 members of the Great Lakes Floral Association (GLFA) registered for “Petaling Into The Future” the 2021 Virtual Great Lakes Floral & Event Expo, which was held on Sunday, March 7, 2021.   GLFA President Teresa Cytlak (L) and GLFA Vice President and GLFEE Chair and Hostess Allison Ludema (R) preparing for the…

FloraLife aims for carbon neutral storage and transport

FloraLife, a division of Smithers-Oasis Company, is announcing that its FloraLife Express Clear ULTRA 200 carbon footprint has been assessed. The company has implemented its plan to offset the impact to create a carbon-neutral product, as well as reduce its future environmental impact. As part of the…

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"No question of infringement by Royal FloraHolland for transport with sea containers"

On 13 April 2021, the patent chamber of the Court in The Hague ruled in summary proceedings instituted by Floration Europe against Royal FloraHolland. The judge ruled that there is no question of Royal FloraHolland infringing a patent concerning a method of transporting flowers in sea containers.  At the request…