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ASCFG announces 2023 Cut Flowers of the Year
The Association of Specialty Cut Flower Growers (ASCFG) announced it has selected varieties of cut flowers in four categories — Bulb, Fresh, Foliage and Woody — as its Cut Flowers of the Year for 2023. Varieties... more »
Merchandising inspiration from California Spring Trials
A little rain didn’t dampen the mood at California Spring Trials, where breeding companies had their new and notable varieties on full display. On the following pages is some creative inspiration you can bring to... more »
3-Season crops for more sales
Three-season crops were a continuous trend at California Spring Trials. We caught up with some breeding companies to find out more about these season extenders and how garden centers can promote them to their customers.... more »
Creating a buzz about pollinators
June is National Pollinator Month, meaning it is the perfect time to hone in on your year-round messaging, how the products you sell help bees and other pollinators. Here are some resources available to help... more »
Star Roses and Plants receives sustainability awards
Star Roses and Plants recently announced it has received three awards from The American Rose Trials for Sustainability (A.R.T.S.) program. A.R.T.S. reportedly identifies the most sustainable, hardy, pest-resistant, and beautiful rose cultivars for use in... more »
Proven Winners names top picks from its 2024 new introductions
Proven Winners has announced its Top Picks, the most outstanding and unique varieties from its 2024 new introductions. Selected for strong consumer appeal and backed by Proven Winners national marketing, this year’s class of Top... more »
Danziger announces visitor favorites from CAST
Visitors to Danziger’s California Spring Trials (CAST) display saw bold colors and eye-catching combinations. The celebration of breeding in tune with nature also offered visitors their first in-person look at Floresta, Danziger’s foliage program. “One of... more »
Dümmen Orange promotes VonAllmen to Western region sales manager
Dümmen Orange North America has announced the promotion of Heather VonAllmen to western region sales manager. She originally joined Dümmen Orange in 2020 after serving 20 years as a production manager for Armstrong Growers. Upon... more »
Proven Winners introduces more than 75 new varieties for 2024
Proven Winners recently announced the introduction of over 75 new varieties of annuals, perennials and shrubs for the 2024 season. These new selections are the culmination of years of breeding, selection and attention to consumer... more »
PPA National Symposium brings back New to the Market Forum
Perennial Plant Association announced its New to the Market Forum will return to the 2023 PPA National Symposium, taking place July 24-28 at the Sheraton Fallsview Hotel in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada. This forum allows... more »
Monrovia releases customers’ top trends for 2023
What plants will garden center customers be looking for this season? Monrovia has announced a few consumer trends that offer some insights into the styles, plants, and gardening topics retail customers are interested in right... more »
5 Floral trends for 2023
Bright and flashy colors, dried and preserved blooms, and a nod to nature are among some of this year’s floral trends. Read on to see what trends you’ll want to promote in your garden center.... more »
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