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Did You Know? Ask Us About Diseases Striking Newcomers Pacific Plug & Liner's Interspecific Nemesia Trial A new type of interspecific nemesia is gaining some attention for its range of color and overall habit. Read on to learn the cultural differences and challenges involved with this commonly grown genus. Selecting this Spring’s Sensations The University of Florida’s trial garden provides growers with a first look at many of the industry’s best new introductions. Your Mother Was Right: Wash Your Hands (and Everything Else) Greenhouse sanitation should be a part of every grower’s disease management program. Not every crop is bred for disease resistance, and they will need extra care while in production. Water Woes: Part 2 It won’t be easy, but with some solid education, initiative and collaboration, growers can stay afloat during challenging water times. The Next Generation At a time when many family-owned businesses struggle to keep their life’s work in the family, Bob’s Market and Greenhouses is defying the odds. As the Barnitz family will tell you, the time to plan for tomorrow is today. Disinfecting Diseases From root rot to downy mildew, researchers at LIHREC sleuth out the causes behind hundreds of diseases preying on woody and herbaceous ornamentals each year. Controlling Perennial Plant Height by “Watering In” Learn the dos and don’ts of this promising application method, which eliminates the high labor costs of traditional pot-to-pot applications but poses some volume variability challenges. Strategic Temperature Management for Poinsettias Trials at Clemson University show great promise for successful cold production of many poinsettia varieties. Monarda Didyma ‘Pink Lace’ With an enticing aroma, burst of lipstick-pink flowers and compact habit, this old-fashioned garden perennial manages to remain fresh and exciting. ‘Pink Lace’ is a perfect candidate for the current container craze. Crop Culture Report: Vinca Cobra Series The first F1 vinca series brought to the market, Cobra is bred for improved plant habit and landscape performance. Installing Infrared Polyethylene Film to Save Energy Plastic greenhouse glazing has many benefits growers should consider, including properties that will help reduce costs and energy losses.