Presenting Greenhouse Grower’s Top Print Highlights of 2021
Through all the ups and downs in the controlled-environment industry in 2021, the Greenhouse Grower team has been there to provide you with insights and analysis of the major drivers shaping the horticulture markets.
If you missed any of our print issues this year, here’s a look back at some of the trends we tackled, with help from a range of industry insiders.

Succulents have emerged as an ideal entry-level plant for people looking to enjoy something new while they’re stuck at home during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Photos courtesy of Gulley Greenhouse
January: Why Succulents Are Trending in the Garden Again
Unique new uses for consumers. Great margins for growers. The timing may be right for you to give the succulents category another look.
Find more January highlights here.
February: A Fun and Useful Way to Maximize Manual Transplanting
The University of Florida’s Stick Olympics competition last winter wasn’t just a training exercise to improve manual sticking of cuttings. It also celebrated the industry’s diverse seasonal workforce.
Find more February highlights here.
March: Guide To 10 of the Worst Greenhouse Pests
The next time you’re faced with a pest problem in the greenhouse, use this tool to identify the pest correctly and find help when you have questions.
Find more March highlights here.
April: Get the Inside Scoop on Why Greenhouse Strawberries are Trending
Increased demand for a year-round crop, coupled with the prospect of high prices, make greenhouse strawberries an appealing crop to consider.
Find more April highlights here.
May: Top 100 Greenhouse Grower Survey Takeaway: Anything Is Possible
Feedback from this year’s industry pulse check offers plenty food for thought. See what some of your peers had to say.
Find more May highlights here.
June: Lessons Learned From New Greenhouse Projects
The demand for plants during the COVID-19 pandemic has put many greenhouse growers in expansion mode.
Find more June highlights here.

With a limited labor pool to choose from, finding employees who are self-motivated, work with minimal supervision, and know how to work has become increasingly difficult for employers.
July: Challenges and Solutions to the Timeless Greenhouse Labor Problem
Need begets ingenuity as greenhouse operations change processes and find new ways to tackle labor problems, despite the complexities involved.
Find more July highlights here.
August: Thwarting a Potential Cannabis Catastrophe With Science
Hop Latent Viroid is one of the biggest threats to the cannabis industry. It is difficult to identify and can rapidly spread throughout a facility.
Find more August highlights here.
September: Plant Supply Update: Shrub and Tree Stocks Expected to Remain Tight for the Foreseeable Future
Winter storms, crippling heat, and an explosion of enthusiastic 2020 gardeners have taken their toll on the supply of ornamental shrubs and trees.
Find more September highlights here.
October: Greenhouse Pest Scouting Advice You Can Use Today
The best strategies for pest scouting, according to growers from across the industry, include starting early, staying consistent, and getting your whole team involved.
Find more October highlights here.
November: Current and Future State of the Growing Media Industry
The growing media industry may be strained right now, but it remains strong, dedicated, innovative, and resilient.
Find more November highlights here.
December: Preparation and Communication Will Be Key for Crop Protection in 2022
Crop protection suppliers for the horticulture industry say planning and communication will help minimize supply chain impacts to growing operations.
Find more December highlights here.