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February 5, 2024
Alfresco Home celebrates 20th anniversary

Alfresco Home announced it celebrated its 20th anniversary on Feb. 2. Launching its business in the outdoor casual furniture sector in 2004, Alfresco Home added its garden accents division in 2009. It now operates in... more »

Light Bio to introduce bioluminescent petunias into U.S. market

February 1, 2024
Bioluminescent petunias now available for U.S. market

Light Bio, a synthetic biology startup, announced that it is now selling its bioluminescent petunias in the U.S. With support from biotech leaders such as NFX and Ginkgo Bioworks, Light Bio is reimagining the horticultural... more »

Beacon Impatiens announces 2024 charity supporting multiple sclerosis fundraising efforts

February 1, 2024
Beacon impatiens announces 2024 charity supporting multiple sclerosis fundraising efforts

For the 2024 gardening season, PanAmerican Seed and Beacon impatiens will partner with the local chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society to support their fundraising efforts and help fight a disease that affects 2.8... more »

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February 1, 2024
AmericanHort launches new greenhouse technician certification

AmericanHort now offers a Greenhouse Technician Certification, a significant step in horticultural training tailored to meet the unique needs of the greenhouse sector. It is designed to assist greenhouse owners train grower teams and enhance... more »

Discover the Top 100 Searched Plants of 2023 from NetPS Plant Finder Tool

January 31, 2024
Discover the Top 100 Searched Plants of 2023 from NetPS Plant Finder Tool

In 2023, red creeping thyme (Thymus praecox 'Coccineus') emerged as the most searched-for plant on the NetPS Plant Finder Tool, signaling a shift in customer preferences. And while trees and shrubs continued to dominate the... more »

Shop Monrovia brings new customers to garden retailers

January 30, 2024
Shop Monrovia brings new customers to garden retailers

The Shop Monrovia Program allows customers to pre-purchase inventory to be picked up at local garden centers. “Think of it as a special-order system,” said Katie Tamony, Monrovia chief marketing officer. “Your customers are getting exactly... more »