Check Out Some of Ohio’s Best Greenhouses Before Cultivate Starts
May 18, 2024 The industry-focused tours that help kick off Cultivate each year are always popular. In fact, two of this year’s tours – the Garden Center Retail Tour and the Nursery Production tour – are already sold out. But you can still sign up for the Greenhouse Production Tour as well as an exclusive tour of Cincinnati’s Botanical Gardens. Learn more here.
Greenhouse Production Tour
Visit area growers during the Greenhouse Production Tour to learn more about their growing and management practices. Get a behind-the-scenes look at how different sized operations with various growing tactics and specializations run their greenhouses.
Start by exploring how Stockslager’s Greenhouse and Garden Center grew from a single greenhouse to one of the area’s largest growers and wholesalers of top-quality perennials, flowering annuals, and seasonal delights.
Then, discover how Tri State Foliage manages a supply chain that allows them to maintain one of the largest inventories of tropical plants in the Midwest year-round, from sourcing, to growing, to shipping.
Finally, see how Krueger Maddux Greenhouses implements technologies and systems that maximize both efficiency and sustainability into a business that has been in operation for more than 50 years.
Blooms & Beyond: Exclusive Tour of Cincinnati’s Botanical Gardens
Embark on a floral adventure with the “Blooms and Beyond: Exclusive Tour of Cincinnati’s Botanical Gardens.” Join host Steve Foltz, Director of Horticulture at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, as he guides you through a captivating exploration of horticultural wonders around Cincinnati. This immersive tour encompasses the lush landscapes of the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, where you’ll witness an array of exotic blooms and gain insights into innovative plant trials. The journey continues to Rockdale Academy School Garden, fostering community engagement and showcasing an impressive variety of plants and trees. Concluding at the historic Spring Grove Cemetery, renowned for its botanical treasures, you’ll be treated to an enriching history. This exclusive excursion promises a blend of education and inspiration, offering a unique perspective on Cincinnati’s diverse botanical offerings during Cultivate’24.
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