July 2023

Chat Room — July 2023

Each month, we send out a survey to our readers on a variety of topics and report the results here. Chat Room is a perfect venue to get to know your peers and where you stand on different issues affecting the industry.

Culture Report: Hydrangea ‘Eclipse Bigleaf’

A macrophylla that maintains dark foliage and bright blooms all season.

Editor’s Letter: Perennial possibilities

This month is all about new perennials and shrubs for the coming year. Long season performance and grower success is at the forefront for July, so let’s get into it! SHRUB SELECTIONS Shrubs make p... more

Finding the favorites at CAST 2023

There was no shortage of new and improved at California Spring Trials in March.

Forty Under 40 Perspectives: Under pressure?

When you think of North Dakota, you probably don’t think of horticultural diversity and lush gardens. So how did I get started in horticulture? My family loves plants. From my grandmother’s perenn... more

Is Your greenhouse really clean?

Implementing an effective sanitation program requires a commitment to making sure the greenhouse starts and stays clean with each crop.

Vaughn’s View: Bountiful and durable recipe combinations – Part 1

Combination recipe baskets highlighting perennial introductions at the Costa Farms spring trial are created for long season performance and grower success.