Breeder News

Knock Out rose gets national day recognition

Star Roses and Plants announced that National Knock Out Rose Day has been officially added to the National Day Calendar. The annual celebration will take place on the Friday before Mother’s Day, beginning May 9,... more »

Spring Meadow Nursery adds NewGen boxwood to lineup

Spring Meadow Nursery has partnered with Saunders Brothers to add the NewGen boxwood line to its Proven Winners ColorChoice Shrubs collection, offering growers new disease- and pest-resistant evergreen varieties. NewGen boxwood, developed by Saunders Brothers... more »

Dümmen Orange names new CEO

Dümmen Orange has appointed Ellen Mackenbach-Lakeman as its new chief executive officer, effective May 1. She will succeed interim chief executive officer Anthony Christiaanse, who led the company during a year of transition. [caption id="attachment_96098"... more »

Close up of red echinacea flowers with blue sky in the background

Culture report: Echinacea Delightful series

The market for echinaceas is crowded and becoming more so each year. Recent strides in color breakthroughs have pushed some older varieties out in favor of the latest novelty. Terra Nova Nurseries has separated itself... more »

Close up of pink trumpet bell shaped petunia flowers

Trial garden report: Season wrap-up in Colorado

The Colorado State University (CSU) Flower Trial Garden can be visited year-round, with some cool season crops blooming in early spring, and many annuals planted in May don’t fade away until October. Two perennial gardens... more »

Dümmen Orange celebrates 25 years in North America

Dümmen Orange is marking 25 years of operation in North America in 2025, a milestone that highlights the company's growth and innovation in the horticultural industry. Originally established in 2000 as Dümmen, the company positioned... more »

cover of the Ball Seed 2025 Thrive and Flourish guide

Ball Seed releases 2025 grower guide for success

Ball Seed has released its 2025 Thrive and Flourish guide, offering plant recommendations for greenhouse growers, landscapers and garden centers. The annual brochure highlights new introductions and proven varieties tailored for North American climates. The... more »