Cover Story

Blueprint For Success

After 50 years in business, Norman White of White's Nursery & Greenhouses in Chespeake, Va., says he has no regrets about the path he chose in the floriculture industry.

Features

Converging In Columbus

The OFA Short Course becomes the center of floriculture's universe each July in Ohio.

Medal of Excellence

GG recognizes the most innovative and influential companies in the varieties world during this premier event.

Bedding Plant Survey 2006

Growers across the United States tell us how they fared this spring and look to the future at what changes they'll make for next year.

It's A Small World

Go back to the future of floriculture with Holland's Horti Fair

The Networking System

Quality product and more product available to sell have been the hallmarks of the Bell Nursery network of growers.

A Dose Of Precision

Dramm's redesigned Chemdose precision drenching system offers portability and accuracy.

Rethinking Retail

Fresh approaches work when merchandising and marketing plants.

New Web Site Available For Poinsettia Growers

Web site offers advice on poinsettia management, e-books and tracking software.

Information Is Power

New PGRx program shares technical expertise.

Performance And Style

Goldsmith's Maverick geraniums.

Columns

Benchmarks By Sara Tambascio

New Equipment Woes

Technology changes can mean great things for business, but require patience.

One To Grow On By Will Carlson

Farewell, Brother

Victor Carlson taught people skills as well as plant skills.

General Viewpoints

The Numbers Add Up

Internet and handheld technology helps move business along for greenhouse growers.

Retail Details By Vinny Naab

Demystifying Pay-By-Scan

Service and accounting are just two of the questions surrounding vendor managed inventory systems.

Tips Of The Trade By Allan Armitage

The Saga Of Osteos

These osteospermum varieties are thriving well in August.

Editorial By Delilah Onofrey

Is Your Glass Half Full?

Forward-thinking optimists and entrepreneurs will continue to take our industry to new heights.

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