Researcher who helped ornamental plant industry evolve now to retire

After almost four decades of studying and advancing the science related to ornamental plant varieties, Brent Pemberton, Ph.D., Texas A&M AgriLife Research horticulturist, has announced he will retire Nov. 30.  Brent Pemberton, Ph.D., Texas A&M AgriLife Research ornamental horticulturist, among poinsettias undergoing…

Germany: "We think this series will become a standard in pot chrysanthemums"

Brandkamp has long relied on the principle of bringing whole families of Multiflora to the market. This makes cultivation easier and makes the popular mixes with three colors in the pot problem-free. The new Brannoblesse family is early flowering (week 33/34). The family comes onto the market in white,…

A campus garden flourishes with flowers for natural dyes

Cultivating beds of indigo, marigolds, dahlias, hibiscus, and goldenrod, Pratt Institute students are exploring how to make natural dyes from seed to harvest. The Textile Dye Garden was planted in Cannoneer Court on the Brooklyn campus this year, and through workshops and classroom experiences has given…

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'The Poinsettia Grower' of Burlington reflects on four decades of plant care

When you exit a grey November afternoon and step through the door of the greenhouse at Burlington’s Ritter’s Landscape, Home, and Garden Center, you find yourself submerged by a wave of sensory overload. Bright colors fill the room and the memories of past holidays abound. On rows of orderly benches and…

Five tips on managing irrigation reservoirs

Mohammad Yazdi from Ohio State University School of Environment and Natural Resources presents five tips for designing and managing irrigation reservoirs based on his research with James Owen (USDA-ARS), Steve Lyon (OSU), and Sarah White (Clemson University) in a new YouTube video.  The video is hosted by…

NL: Building for more efficiency at Kwekerij Baas

Jarno Baas owns Kwekerij Baas together with his brother Dieter. Havecon is their construction partner for the 2,2 hectares expansion that is currently being built. Family business Kwekerij Baas currently consists of 25 hectares of greenhouse and 2 hectares of outdoor field and is located in Ens in the…

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ETH Zurich working with robots to evoke Hanging Gardens of Babylon

Researchers from ETH Zurich are building a tall architectural structure that will evoke the Hanging Gardens of Babylon in a project that involves working collaboratively with robots. Called Semiramis after the Assyrian queen who is sometimes associated with the ancient garden, the project has been…

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Luray grower uses topless high tunnels to feed community year round

A retired nurse is growing food for her community using a unique form of greenhouse. Alice Hill of rural Luray literally wrote the book on the use of topless high tunnels: 'Grow Topless: A Modified High Tunnel Design for Headache Free Extended-Season Gardening', which was published in 2019. Hill has been…

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Eco startup works with farmers to process coconut husk waste into sustainable alternative to peat moss

Following the launch of its sustainable textile products made from pineapple leaf waste, NEXTEVO announces its development towards processing coconut husk waste into sustainable materials by Q2 2022. NEXTEVO has formed an exclusive partnership with Sambu Group, a coconut products manufacturer, to process…

Evaluation of Technosols constructed with excavation debris for greenhouse production of ornamental plants

This study examined the construction of purpose-designed Technosols from construction waste as substrates in the production of ornamental plants. The evaluated treatments were as follows: (CCW) 40% concrete waste, 30% compost, 30% wood chips; (ECW) 40% excavation waste, 30% compost, 30% wood chips; and…

"Clean glass leads to increased production and reduced energy consumption"

During a considerable part of the year, crops can use all the natural light they can get. The principle that then applies is 1% more light = 1% higher production. This is when a thoroughly clean greenhouse really pays off. Any greenhouse will get dirty over time. Algae, dust, soot, sand, and residues of…

UK frequently reports whiteflies in vegetable and ornamental plant consignments

In a November update, the European Plant Protection Organization has published a list of plant health infringements for the UK for the period January-October 2021. Whitefly…

Schreurs gerbera presents three new varieties in this video

Dionne van Veen and Willem van den Berg with Schreurs Gerbera present three standard gerbera varieties in this video. The characteristics per variety can be found here: Julia Centurion Palmares For more information:Schreursgerbera@schreurs.nl www.schreursgerbera.com  

Plastic fantastic: “We need to change the negative view about plastic”

“There is a powerful anti-plastic movement, even though this negative view on plastics is not always justified.” So how can we improve the image of plastic in an accessible way? That is when the Dutch Federation of the Rubber and Plastics Industry (NRK) and Rethink got together to create a series of…

How digital marketing can boost floral sales

The floral industry has been flourishing lately, with online flower shops and floral e-commerce doing especially well. Research has shown that online flower shops in the U.S. are growing faster than the economy itself. As floral e-commerce is becoming increasingly popular, and even brick-and-mortar…

Robot helps researchers to measure plant growth

The different way plants grow in the world’s first solar glasshouse is the subject of a new Murdoch University research project which will deploy custom-built autonomous robot technology. Earlier this year, a solar glasshouse opened on the Murdoch campus.It uses clear solar photovoltaic glass panels that…

Forestry strategy advisory report clearly defines opportunities and constraints for tree nurseries

The advisory report 'Planting for the future' gives a clear insight into the availability of seeds and plants for the Forestry Strategy. The report also mentions the…

India: Floriculture research directorate begins study on Kadiyam flower nurseries

The Floriculture Research Directorate (FRD) in Pune has kick-started a study on the management of diseases and flower crops in nurseries in the Kadiyam area on the banks of…

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US: Japanese barberry added to list of harmful plants

If you see a hardy ornamental plant with red jewel berries for sale at a home and garden store, do not be charmed into buying it. The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture recently added Japanese barberry, or Berberis thunbergii, to its list of harmful plants that cannot be legally sold or cultivated in…

Squire’s Garden Centre launch ‘Sustainability Champions’ program

Squire’s Garden Centres has launched their ‘Sustainability Champions’ program. One or two team members from each of their sixteen garden centers have volunteered to be ‘Sustainability Champion’ for their center. They have been tasked with unlocking passion for sustainability at a local level, will be a…

"Living walls can enhance the retail experience"

In the face of Covid-19 and the convenience of online shopping, retailers are having to work harder than ever to entice people back into stores. For many people, shopping is not just about getting what they need, it is an immersive experience. Creating a pleasant and enjoyable environment for shoppers is…

Flower named after Leonor Briones ‘never stopped blooming’

Education Secretary Leonor Briones is filled with joy and wonder thanks to the new hybrid gumamela named after her. The former national treasurer wrote on Facebook that the Hibiscus rosa-sinensis “Leonor Magtolis Biones” never stopped blooming since it was given to her last October. The University of the…

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Webinar to shed light on rise in houseplant popularity

The Floral Marketing Fund (FMF) will host a webinar on December 9th at 1 PM Eastern Time to present results from a consumer preferences study about houseplants conducted during the Covid-19 pandemic. The study’s researchers, Dr. Melinda Knuth, NC State University, Dr. Hayk Khachatryan, Mid-Florida…

"Inspection software has made our lives much easier"

In Europe, MTSL Surveys is an established name in the area of temperature-controlled goods' quality control. ''However, our main specialty lies with fruit and vegetables,''…

US (WI): Hannah Ball joins Rayn Growing Systems

The RAYN Growing Systems team grows with the addition of Hannah Ball as a technical salesperson. In this new position, Ball will develop new business opportunities in the research-based and commercial production horticultural lighting markets. “At RAYN Growing Systems, we work with plant physiologists to…

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Ethiopian Airlines partners with industrial development corporation in launching of Zambia Airways

Ethiopian Airlines, the largest aviation group in Africa, is pleased to announce that it has finalized preparations for the launch of Zambia’s National Carrier in a joint…