Improving Branching and Postharvest Quality   Greenhouse Product News August 2008   By Sonali Padhye, Erik Runkle, Mike Olrich and Lisa Reinbold
When used properly, BA sprays can yield tremendous commercial potential. Benefits include increasing the number of tertiary shoots in poinsettias and delaying lower leaf chlorosis.

Controlling Perennial Plant Height by “Watering In”   Greenhouse Product News July 2008   By Paul Pilon
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   Greenhouse Product News July 2008   By Jim Faust, Kelly Lewis, Niharika Komaraboina, Vijay Rapaka, Ryan Knauer and Turoop Losenge
Trials at Clemson University show great promise for successful cold production of many poinsettia varieties.

Enhance Branching of Echinacea with PGRs   Greenhouse Product News April 2008   By Joyce Latimer and John Freeborn
Trials of several cultivars in spring and fall showed promising results for a popular 6-BA product.
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Exploring the Lower Limits of Cold Poinsettia Production   Greenhouse Product News February 2008   By James E. Faust, Kelly P. Lewis, Vijay K. Rapaka and Ryan Knauer, Clemson University
As fuel prices continue to soar, cold poinsettia production may offer new (and money saving) possibilities.
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Climbing Out of a Rut   Greenhouse Product News January 2008   By Jessica Boldt, Jennifer Boldt, Jim Barrett and Rosanna Freyre
Feeling adventurous? This year, break out of your routine and experiment with new plant introductions and new spins on old favorites. From herbs to ornamental grasses, the opportunities to surprise and entice are endless. Read on for a little inspiration on exciting crops, evaluated at the University of Florida trial garden.
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Grower 101: When Water Becomes an Issue   Greenhouse Product News December 2007   Sylvain Hélie
Capillary mats are nothing new, but with the relatively recent design revisions, growers are finding they can help produce a uniform crop while conserving water.

Mistakes to Avoid When Growing Perennials   Greenhouse Product News November 2007   By Paul Pilon
Steering clear of these common pitfalls can enhance your perennial program and lead to a more profitable crop.

Summer’s Hottest Selections: Bring on the Heat — These Plants Are Ready!   Greenhouse Product News November 2007   By Jennifer Boldt, Jessica Boldt, Jim Barrett and Rosanna Freyre
It may be cold outside now, but summer will be here again before we know it. It’s always a challenge to decide what crops to grow that can take the summer heat, so here are some crops to consider adding into your production schedule.

Producing Ornamental Sweet Potato Vine Commercially   Greenhouse Product News November 2007   By Dennis Carey, Brian E. Whipker and Wayne Buhler
Cultivars of this versatile vine are now available in many varying colors and leaf shapes. Read on for the steps to take for success with sweet potatoes.

Cool It!!   Greenhouse Product News October 2007   By Christa Reynolds
The classic image of a greenhouse is of a warm, sunny environment. Yet some growers are moving beyond that to grow cooler—and they’re getting great results.

Achillea millefolium Tutti Frutti Series   Greenhouse Product News October 2007   By Paul Pilon
The heat-loving and low-maintenance Tutti Frutti series is easy on the eyes and easy to grow. Beneficial attributes include uniform flowering, a long bloom time, great plant habit for container production and robust, disease-resistant foliage.

Gaillardia: Unique Forcing Requirements Of Old And New Cultivars   Greenhouse Product News September 2007   By Sonali Padhye, Catherine Whitman, Arthur Cameron and Erik Runkle
This article highlights the flowering requirements of the vibrantly hued gaillardia cultivars, which have recently reclaimed the limelight. Growers interested in successfully producing flowering potted gaillardias should keep reading.
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Early PGR Drench Applications On Poinsettias   Greenhouse Product News August 2007   By Roberto Lopez and Erik Runkle
A new technique to inhibit stem extension of poinsettia is to apply an early, low-dose PGR drench. This article will compare the efficacy of low dose and early drench applications of paclobutrazol on poinsettia crops.
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A Drought Of Possibilities   Greenhouse Product News August 2007   By Rick Schoellhorn
Dry weather conditions can be damaging for your plants and your business. Learn which plants can withstand a drought and how to grow them efficiently.
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Spring Trials Evaluate New Variety Performance   Greenhouse Product News August 2007   By Jennifer Boldt, Jessica Boldt, Jim Barrett and Rosanna Freyre
Learn how varieties performed during the University of Florida’s Spring Trials.
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Growing Cut Flowers Year Round   Greenhouse Product News August 2007   By Lane Greer
Even though many early spring and winter cut flowers are grown outside the United States, U.S. growers are still in the game when it comes to year-round cut flower production.
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Turning Your Production Space   Greenhouse Product News June 2007   By Paul Pilon
Adding an additional turn of production space can bring many benefits to your business. Read on to learn how to effectively produce a second perennial crop.
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Selecting Propagation Media For Rooted Liners   Greenhouse Product News May 2007   By Paul Fisher, Jinsheng Huang and Bill Argo
There are many stabilized and loose media options available, which means there is much to consider when choosing which type to use for propagating cuttings.
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New Directions For Scheduling Bedding Plants   Greenhouse Product News March 2007   By John Erwin and Erik Runkle
Many factors affect flowering times. Researchers at the University of Minnesota and Michigan State University are developing ways growers can use those factors to flower their crops at specific times.
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Grinding Pine Logs To Use As A Container Substrate   Greenhouse Product News January 2007   By Robert Wright and Joyce Latimer
Learn how a new container substrate can help growers take a different approach to production with this research from Virginia Tech.
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Expanding Your PGR Toolbox Part 2 — Bedding Plants   Greenhouse Product News January 2007   By Brian Whipker, Ingram McCall, Brian Krug and James Gibson
Learn the effects of flurprimidol on different spring bedding plants in the second article of this two-part series.
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Grower 101: Mix It Up   Greenhouse Product News January 2007   By Bob Steinkamp
There are many different components that can be mixed to create a successful growing medium. But to get a successful mix, it’s also important to understand how the different components’ properties work together.
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Getting The Most Out Of Cuttings   Greenhouse Product News November 2006   By Roland Leatherwood, Amy Enfield and Roberto Lopez
Researchers at North Carolina State, Clemson and Michigan State Universities provide insight on handling cuttings from arrival to hardening in the first of this 2-part series.
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Growers Get On The Bite-Size Bandwagon   Greenhouse Product News November 2006   By Nicole Shaw
Whether it’s convenience, uniqueness or gourmet, consumers can’t get enough of miniature food items — especially vegetables. Research from the University of Florida shows how growers can produce these profitable crops in the greenhouse.
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