Niagara Parks School of Horticulture student first Canadian invited to International Garden Show

The Niagara Parks School of Horticulture proudly announces that one of its students has been invited as the first-ever Canadian to design a garden at the upcoming Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show in Australia. Elissa Astorino, a third-year student at the Niagara Parks School of Horticulture, was handpicked to showcase her creativity and expertise … ادامه

2024-2025 New York and New England Management Guidelines for Greenhouse Floriculture and Herbaceous Ornamentals

One of the most used resources for pest management across the floriculture industry has a new face this year! The former New England Floriculture Guide has joined forces with Cornell University to become a jointly-authored publication, the 2024-2025 New York and New England Management Guidelines for… منبع

Avoiding flower bleaching in spring bedding plants

Daminozide is a widely used plant growth retardant (PGR) for producing compact spring flowering bedding plants; however, growers should be aware that it can induce flower bleaching or breaking in flower color. Plant growth retardants (PGRs) are useful tools for controlling plant height in greenhouse floriculture crops. There are several PGR products available to control … ادامه

That Flower Feeling appoints new fundraising development committee chair

CalFlowers introduces Karen Oie as the new Development Committee chair for their “That Flower Feeling” initiative. That Flower Feeling is a national floral marketing initiative established in 2021 by CalFlowers that is dedicated to increasing floral consumption across the US through a consumer-direct marketing campaign that promotes the use of flowers in everyday self-care routines. … ادامه

Flooded local flower shop turns to auction for survival

Following the devastating storms on January 22, many individuals and businesses have been facing difficulties in accessing flood relief. Fortunately, some flood-affected families qualify for the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) assistance, while small businesses with fewer than 12 employees have the opportunity to apply for grants offered by the City of San Diego. However, … ادامه

Plant-Based diets linked to lower risk of sleep apnea

Australian researchers have discovered that a plant-based diet, rich in vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and nuts, can significantly reduce the risk of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a condition linked to several severe health issues including stroke and heart disease. This diet shift offers a more accessible and cost-effective approach compared to traditional treatments like oxygen … ادامه

Creative ways to market your floral business on a budget

Running a successful floral business isn’t just about arranging beautiful bouquets; it’s also about effectively reaching your audience and showcasing your floral creations. But fear not. With a bit of creativity and resourcefulness, you can market your floral business on a budget and watch it blossom. Utilize social media’s flower powerHarness the power of social … ادامه

Three new members join Mycorrhizal Applications team

Mycorrhizal Applications has welcomed three new team members to support its product development, research, trade events, and marketing. On the product development team, Mycorrhizal Applications announces the appointment of two distinguished professionals, Dr. Anissa Poleatewich and Dr. Alison Reeve. On the sales and marketing team, Katie Gustafson leads marketing and communication programs. “We’re thrilled to … ادامه

Solar power increasingly used at Biogrow production sites

“We’re one step closer to running our operations sustainably,” says the Bio-Grow team. Not only is the coconut a sustainable product, but now we will be using renewable energy in the form of solar power to run some of our grow bags production.” Over the last 18 months, Bio-Grow teams in Sri Lanka & India … ادامه