Culture

Culture Report: Lupine Staircase Series

A long standard in gardens and retail garden centers, the showy blooms of lupine have consistently been a fantastic retail impulse purchase. Their main drawback has been the short bloom window. Over several years of... more »

Culture Report: Pericallis Senetti Series

When it comes to early spring color, you can’t beat the Senetti pericallis series from Suntory Flowers. Flower count can be as high as 200 on a plant grown in a 10-inch pot in electric... more »

Wild for Natives

Have you had a chance to flip through the September issue of GPN yet? If so, you couldn't have missed the striking cover featuring lovely baptisia. And if you turn to page 16, you can... more »

Culture Report: Cyclamen Magnia Series

Many times, cyclamen grown at temperatures greater than 86° F result in a poor plant quality. The original Cyclamen persicum grows in the mountains of Turkey and the nearby countries. Those plants flower naturally in... more »

Culture Report: Hypoestes Hippo Series

The new Hippo hypoestes, or Pink Polka Dot Plant, from Proven Winners redefines this old-fashioned component plant with higher vigor, larger plant size and improved leaf color. ‘Hippo Red’ has large leaves, enameled with deep... more »

Forcing Perennials for Fall

Fall offers a novel opportunity to bring flowering perennials to market. During this shoulder season, plant selection doesn’t have to be limited to pansies and mums. There is potential to capitalize on the rising interest... more »

Culture Report: Campanula Adansa and Ambella Series

Campanula (common name bellflower) is fast becoming one of the most popular perennials. With its beautiful flowers and unique color spectrum, it is easy to see why. There are several types of campanula available today.... more »

Culture Report: Begonia Megawatt Series

When it comes to flower sales, greenhouse growers know: It’s all about the timing. Getting the right product into stores for maximum sell-through means selecting flowers that can draw shopper attention as well as thrive... more »