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It's prime time for Spring in the greenhouse! If you happen to be growing Surprise® Sparkle Petunias from Dümmen Orange, check out this article on helpful tips for a crop that dazzles. Adding some jazz hands helps too! 👋

Discovering the Charm of the Four O'Clock Family: Unique Features and Cultivation Tips for These Delightful Plants Unraveling the Delightful Beauty of Four O'Clock Plants Four O'clock plants, a... Read More - https://lnkd.in/d4vDd2U6

"Picking plants that work well together can help your vegetable garden and flower beds flourish. However, the best success comes when you look at the science behind companion planting rather than relying on the anecdotal and often contradictory advice found on the internet." Learn more in my most recent article for Forbes Home. https://lnkd.in/gKHdrUKM

More passion, more passion. More energy, more energy! Our Passiflora edulis ‘Possum Purple’ gave us more passion and more energy than last year and produced a few lovely fruits. This species of passion fruit is native to South America therefore only hardy in zones 10-12 so we keep it in our greenhouse over the winter. This plant can be trained up a trellis or used in a hanging basket. 🎥: Sarah D., Supervisory Horticulturist Video description: horticulturist standing next to a potted green vining plant pointing to round green fruit. #PassionFruit #SmithsonianGardens #BotanicalGarden

Space Saving Techniques for Growing Seedlings: How the Gallaghers Maximize Yields in Limited Space For those who have grown vegetable or flower seedlings on windowsills, the struggle for sufficient light and heat is all too familiar. This problem is compounded for those growing seedlings in heated greenhouses, especially when growing large volumes not only for personal use but also for distribution. Brett and Lucy Gallagher, young farmers and permaculture […] https://lnkd.in/en_JwsDr

When it comes to springtime planting, it's best to avoid common mistakes that can hinder the growth and success of your plants. Learn how by reaching us today!

Are you interested in native plants but confused by all the additional terms and long plant names when buying plants? Check out my latest article for Backyard Boss to learn more about what cultivar, nativar, and native plants are along with the benefits of introducing more native plants to your landscape. I've also included a list of common (and some of my favorite) native plants in North America. What are your favorite native plants?

Thanks to Drs. Jeb Fields, Lloyd Nackley, and Jake Shreckhise for collating the opinions and insights of speakers on the future of the nursery industry - originally discussed during the 2022 American Society for Horticultural Science Annual Conference in Chicago, IL, USA. The consensus was that three primary areas will steer the future momentum of the nursery industry: consumer trends, natural resources, and labor. Read more in HortTech.

#TamuHort in the news! 🗞️ 3 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Dandelions—and Keep Them From Coming Back Larry Stein, Ph.D., professor in our department and extension horticulturist at Texas A&M AgriLife weighs in on how to help get rid of dandelions for good. Follow the link below to read more!🌼 https://lnkd.in/dtTbFh95

Space Saving Techniques for Growing Seedlings: How the Gallaghers Maximize Yields in Limited Space For those who have grown vegetable or flower seedlings on windowsills, the struggle for sufficient light and heat is all too familiar. This problem is compounded for those growing seedlings in heated greenhouses, especially when growing large volumes not only for personal use but also for distribution. Brett and Lucy Gallagher, young farmers and permaculture […] https://lnkd.in/ezCUAwsM