horticulture

Gloeckner fund awards research grants for floriculture

The Fred C. Gloeckner Foundation Research Fund is awarding $122,698 to support eight new and continuing research projects in 2025-2026. The fund, now... more »

Yucca pallida 'Powder Blue' in the landscape

Rancho Tissue expands yucca offerings for growers

Rancho Tissue Technologies has expanded its tissue-cultured yucca lineup to 10 varieties, adding selections for growers and landscapers focused on dro... more »

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Ball FloraPlant launches online photo contest for ageratum ‘Monarch Magic’

Plant breeder Ball FloraPlant said its ageratum ‘Monarch Magic’, launched to garden retail in 2025, has been a magnet for migrating monarch butter... more »

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American Floral Endowment releases AI chatbot

The American Floral Endowment (AFE) has introduced Professor Petal, an AI-powered chatbot designed to connect floral industry members with key resourc... more »

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Seed Your Future leads initiatives for horticulture careers

Seed Your Future is expanding its efforts to connect students with plant-focused careers through a series of national initiatives. The nonprofit host... more »

Forty Under 40 Perspectives: Lessons that stick from classroom to garden

“Hey! You know about plants and flowers, right?” If you’ve ever worked in horticulture, you’ve probably heard that more than a few times — u... more »