Professionals in the horticultural field can explore the latest flower varieties at the annual "Flower Trials Field Day," coordinated by Penn State Extension. This event will highlight the Penn State Flower Trials, which showcase close to 1,000 types of annual and perennial plant samples submitted by 30 companies from around the world.
The event will occur from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 25, at Penn State's Southeast Agricultural Research and Extension Center, 1446 Auction Road, Manheim.
The field day is designed for greenhouse growers; nursery and landscape professionals; retail greenhouse operators; greenhouse industry brokers and sales personnel; allied trades personnel; botanic garden personnel; and extension and university staff. According to organizers, the event will provide opportunities to network with industry representatives and connect with customers.
Sessions will cover:
— New varieties of annuals and perennials.
— Cutting-edge information from breeders.
— Disease management.
— Pesticide safety.
Organizers ask that participants register by July 19, but walk-ins are welcome. The registration fee is $65 and covers morning refreshments and a buffet lunch.
Source: extension.psu.edu
