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One method to make the cultivation of flower bulbs better

To make the cultivation of flower bulbs more sustainable, not only is virus-free starting material necessary; the open ground in which the bulbs grow after propagation must also be clean. Integrated management of that land is essential for this. A complicating factor here is that the land is often…

Dümmen Orange

Show garden open all summer

As part of this year's Flower Trials, Dümmen Orange will open its show gardens in Rheinberg (Germany) and De Kwakel (the Netherlands) again throughout the summer. From week 24 to September, visitors can see Dümmen Orange’s entire range of annuals, perennials and pot plants, talk shop and exchange ideas about brand new genetics,…

Terra Nova Nurseries introduces new Echinacea

Terra Nova Nurseries has announced today its brand-new Echinacea PRIMA ‘Berry.’ The vibrant new variety has dark berry-pink petals that are long and draping, causing it to be reminiscent of a gorgeous, formal dress. The plant boasts the largest flowers that the Terra Nova breeders have seen on such a…

Novelties pot and bedding plants and hobby vegetable brand Alfresco by Beekenkamp take central stage at FlowerTrials

Themed United Colours of Beekenkamp, during this year's FlowerTrials Beekenkamp Plants focuses primarily on the pot and bedding plant assortment. In addition, visitors will be introduced to the story of hobby vegetable brand Alfresco. The extensive assortment of both grafted and non-grafted hobby…

Celebrating the Flower Trials at Koppe Begonia

You are most welcome at Koppe Begonia during the Flower Trials. Besides a complete overview of all current Begonia series and varieties, they will show you three…

Evanthia exhibits at new location during FlowerTrials

Preparations are underway, as Evanthia will be exhibiting during FlowerTrials 2022 from 14 to 17 June at location Green’05 in the Westland area in the Netherlands. A new location for them, at which Evanthia will be teaming up with Selecta One to create a bold spectacle in week 24. Make sure to register in…

"We are excited to participate live in this event"

Lazzeri Agricola is happy to welcome everyone to the Flower Trials in the Netherlands at Royal Van Zanten in Rijsenhout. This is the first time they are participating live in this event. "We are proud to be together with a group of important companies such as Morel Diffusion, Horteve Breeding, Marathon…

Join FlowerTrials at HilveraFlorist

The ultimate combination of show, great conversations, inspiration, awesome plants, and exciting novelties, that’s FlowerTrials at HilverdaFlorist in a nutshell. Seize your opportunity to see a vast majority of their product range in full bloom. Not signed up or scheduled an appointment yet? Make sure to…

Invitation to FlowerTrials 2022

Finally, the day has come: Selecta One is looking forward to welcoming visitors and customers at the FlowerTrials live again after a long time- to personal conversations, lively exchange of information, and interesting discussions. In the Netherlands, you will find them at a new location:Green '05 (Oranjesluisweg 6a, 2671 NB…

Let’s meet at FlowerTrials: Schoneveld Breeding

Just a few weeks until the first meeting in a long time. From the 14th till the 17th of June Schoneveld Breeding present to you the latest developments in our product portfolio. You find our area managers and growing supporters at the Breeders Avenue, location Takii Europe in Kudelstaart. Super Serie…

"Technology-driven breeding coupled with unparalleled customer service create the finest growing experience"

Danziger develops the colors, patterns, and growth habits that professional growers need and home gardeners crave. Come join them at this year’s Flower Trials, where you can explore and evaluate - finally in person, after a two-year long break - their new assortments, novelties, and highlights for the…

Slippery weeds of greenhouse: algae, moss, liverwort and nostoc

The greenhouse conditions, with its high moisture, controlled temperature, and light, favor the growth of the lower group of plants, including the algae, mosses, liverwort, and Nostoc. All of these are considered weeds and can compete with the ornamentals grown in containers for water, nutrients, and…

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Special FlowerTrials this month

The date is fast approaching and we are prepping for the return of the FlowerTrials. This year, the event will take place June 14-17, in several locations both in the Netherlands and Germany.  61 breeding companies will showcase their specialties, highlighting the latest innovations and future developments in pot and bedding plants.…