From CAST to field trials that help evaluate new varieties in real conditions, growers are always on the lookout for new plants that fit well not just within their greenhouses, but for their customers as well.

The nation’s largest greenhouse floriculture operations often drive success or failure of the industry as a whole.

Our team posted several new videos in 2023. Here are the five that captured the most attention.

As the year comes to a close, AFE invites all to celebrate the feats the Endowment has been able to accomplish and provide through ongoing support.

Trials were planted during the month of May, and data was collected at regular intervals between the months of June-September.

Steve Crone, who has a long history of service to non-profit organizations, empowering boards, and growing membership, will formally succeed Judy Laushman on January 1, 2024.

Winners of the 2024 Green Thumb Awards were chosen based on uniqueness, technological innovation, ability to solve a gardening problem or provide an opportunity, and appeal to gardeners.

Research Director Dr. Terril Nell is retiring at the end of the month and passing the torch to Research Coordinator Laura Barth, who has been working closely with Dr. Nell throughout the last year.

Mild spring weather was great for plants that prefer cooler weather, but slowed down heat-lovers such as cannas and caladiums.

Learn how this operation that grows in 2 million square feet of production space turned to its long-time partner when it came time to upgrade the facility.

From jade to wax echeveria, learn how to best keep track of critical nutrients in this popular crop segment.

Growers and retailers can use this resource to inspire consumers to discover, grow, and celebrate the newest plant introductions.

More than 175 commercial and pre-release poinsettia varieties from commercial breeders were featured for evaluation and review.