Flowerpots made from 100% recycled plastic

Since the beginning of this year, all Elho products are made from 100% recycled plastic. Compared to the original situation in 2008, this means that 12 million kilograms of plastic is reused. Olaf Elderenbosch,co-founder and CEO of Elho: “For us, it is not just about business decisions, but also about our responsibility towards the planet … ادامه

Hot Off The Potting Bench to be a key feature at BBC Gardeners World Live 2024

13 to 16th June 2024 Voted as one of the best features at the show in 2023, Hot Off The Potting Bench, the display of new plant introductions that had over 100 entries last year, will be back,”bigger, better and bolder,” at the event at the NEC Birmingham from the 13 to 16th June 2024. … ادامه

Trade Fair GrootGroenPlus 2024 to be held at the same location

The 34th edition of trade fair GrootGroenPlus, which will be held on 2-4 October 2024, will once again take place at Treeport 402, located at the Business Centre Treeport (BCT). Last year, the trade fair took place at this site for the first time, and it is now clear that the fair will also be … ادامه

PA horti society shares forecast of top gardening trends

The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society is excited to share its forecast for the top trends emerging from the 2024 Philadelphia Flower Show, “United by Flowers.” “The Flower Show has a long history as a globally recognized stage on which innovative floral designers, garden designers, and gardeners can showcase creations. In its long history, the Flower Show … ادامه

Micronutrient deficiency-induced interveinal chlorosis on schizanthus

Late in production, this schizanthus crop developed interveinal chlorosis. It didn’t just require a quick diagnosis- it also needed a quick fix Schizanthus (Schizanthus x wisetonensis) is an excellent cool-season crop. Sometimes called a “poor-person’s orchid”, it is a seed-propagated potted plant that is great for the postChristmas and pre-bedding plant season. It is relatively … ادامه

Dümmen Orange aims to strengthen Central American farms

Dümmen Orange recently promoted Moises Cadenas to general manager of its Red Fox Las Mercedes Farm located in Santa Ana, El Salvador; and hired Walter Cadenas as general manager at its Antigua Flowers Farm located in Alotenango, Guatemala. “We’re very excited to announce the promotion of Moises and addition of Walter to our Central American … ادامه

House of Lords debates Horticultural Sector Committee Report

On Friday, 19 April, the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) was in the gallery of the chamber to witness the next step in the Parliamentary process for the House of Lords’ Horticultural Committee Inquiry. The debate and motion were the formal presentation of the report in Parliament and provided peers from all parties the chance to … ادامه

“Producing the best rose with as few resources as possible, that’s the challenge”

Although a large proportion of roses come from Africa these days, Dutch rose growers are far from standing still. Kwekerij Marjoland from Waddinxveen has invested heavily in sustainability in recent years to make the company future-proof and minimize its impact on the environment. Owner Daniel van den Nouweland tells us more about it. Originally, Daniel’s … ادامه

Rob Hanifin appointed as product specialist for climate screens at Ridder North America

Rob Hanifin is the new Product Specialist for Climate Screens at Ridder North America. Based on the US East Coast, Rob will support growers across North America and globally. “We are thrilled to have Rob join our team,” said Lynda Gallagher, Sales & Service Operations Manager at Ridder North America. “His extensive background in greenhouse … ادامه

The Netherlands is losing its insect-pollinated flowers

A newly published study from the Netherlands documents the ongoing loss of plant species that rely on pollination by insects and other creatures. This study, based on almost 90 years of data, sounds the alarm for biodiversity and food security. Of course, this is not a surprise for many of us since it has been … ادامه