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Colorfully Cajun
With an eye for the unusual, popular hibiscus grower Dupont Nursery offers eye-catching varieties not found anywhere else.
Slideshow: Dupont Nursery
Click through our slideshow of Dupont Nursery to see more of their operation and, of course, more of their colorful hibiscuses. Photos taken by Robert Montero of Robert Montero Fine Photography in Plaquemine, La.
Features
Understanding Plant Nutrition: Low Media-EC
In the fourth article of this 12-part series, Fisher and Argo pore over the details to systematically identify and correct common nutritional problems found in the greenhouse.
Energy-Efficient Annuals: Dianthus & Snapdragon
In part four of a 12-part series, researchers from Michigan State University present research-based information for scheduling annuals in a more energy-efficient manner.
Do-It-Yourself Research
Altman Specialty Plants shows its commitment to ornamental horticulture by founding its own center for applied research.
Online Only: Three Questions With ... Ken Altman and Jim Bethke
Greenhouse Grower talks with Altman Specialty Plants owner Ken Altman and UC Floriculture and Nursery Farm Advisor Jim Bethke about their plans for the new Center For Applied Horticultural Research.
Slideshow: Center For Applied Horticultural Research
Greenhouse Grower takes a quick look around the new Center For Applied Horticultural Research.
Taking Out Spider Mites
Do fungicides control two-spotted spider mites, and what is the effectiveness of miticides and strobulurin-based fungicides on them?
Smart Benching
Growers looking for labor savings should consider options in benching.
Reconfiguring Facilities For Retail
Thinking about devoting growing space to retail? You’ll have to make a few sacrifices.
Online Only: Warschauer’s Conversion Tips
Jeff Warschauer, vice president of sales for Nexus Corp., lists 10 factors growers should consider before converting production facilities to retail.
You Say Tomato
Any way you slice it, the veggie boom is a boon to the industry. Here’s a look at just a few of the branded programs on the market.
Products: POP That Pops
These exciting new tags and POP materials can help growers propel their sales and profits.
To Lease Or Buy
Read on for questions you should consider before deciding on trucks.
Legislative Watch: Card Checks & Immigration
AgJOBS is back and union formation are on the minds of legislators.
Columns
Benchmarks By Kevin Yanik
Connecting With Consumers
Parlay spring success into bigger opportunities next year.
Tips Of The Trade By Allan Armitage
Secretary, Not Secretary Of State
As managers, we need to listen better.
