April 3, 2013
A study at Purdue University shows that parboiled rice hulls may work as well or better than peat and perlite in some finished crops.
February 27, 2013
Researchers at Purdue University found that rice hulls, a byproduct of parboiled rice production, are a viable alternative to peat moss or perlite in vegetative cutting propagation mixes.
September 12, 2012
Researchers study the impact of light during propagation on growth and quality of vegetatively propagated annual bedding plants.
September 12, 2012
Use these guidelines to give plants the right amount of light during propagation and finishing, and reap the benefits of early, high-quality crops.
August 14, 2012
When using controlled-release fertilizers, growers must remember to monitor electrical conductivity and pH. Researchers study these factors in fertilizer programs for poinsettias, bedding plants and d...
August 13, 2012
From bedding plant propagation to finishing, studies reveal how controlled-release fertilizers stack up against traditional water-soluble fertilizer programs.
August 6, 2012
How does the use of CRFs affect potted flowering crop production? Three studies seek to answer that question, as well as look at some of the economic and environmental benefits of using CRFs in the gr...
July 20, 2012
Follow these guidelines to create a uniform environment in your greenhouse and ensure your plants thrive in ideal growing conditions.
July 18, 2012
Researchers evaluate the pros and cons of high tunnels versus heated greenhouses.
July 18, 2012
Researchers compare high tunnel and field production to see which environment yields the most high-quality specialty cut flowers.
