Years ago, no one had heard of plants such as angelonia or calibrachoa. Thanks to CAST, Dr. A explains why they’ve become more popular than ever.

Before a plant arrives in a greenhouse or garden center, it’s gone through years of development. In this video, Dr. A explains why this process is so important.

Dr. A is a fixture at California Spring Trials. Learn what he’s excited to see this year, and why more growers should consider attending.

Learn why these two plant categories emerged as favorites from 2024 variety field trials across the country.

Poinsettias are the go-to plant for the holiday season. But Dr. A suggests a few others as well, from Christmas cacti to African violets.

Dr. A shares his thoughts on how floriculture field trials can show both growers and consumers how plants will likely perform under tough conditions.

Dr. A weighs in on what consumers, especially younger ones, are interested in when it comes to shopping for houseplants.

Here are Dr. A’s hot takes on dahlias, rudbeckias, and rose varieties, as part of the new episode of Greenhouse Grower’s ‘Shop Talk’.

Here are Dr. A’s hot takes on geranium, agastache, and rhododendron varieties, as part of the new episode of Greenhouse Grower’s ‘Shop Talk’.

Here are Dr. A’s hot takes on varieties of zinnia, veronica, and crape myrtle, as part of the new episode of Greenhouse Grower’s ‘Shop Talk’.

Here are Dr. A’s hot takes on varieties of Buddleia, Coreopsis, and Gerbera, as part of the next episode of Greenhouse Grower’s ‘Shop Talk’.

Here are Dr. A’s hot takes on varieties of verbena, hostas, and hydrangeas, as part of the next episode of Greenhouse Grower’s ‘Shop Talk’.

Here are Dr. A’s hot takes on varieties of coleus, phlox, and azaleas, as part of the next episode of Greenhouse Grower’s ‘Shop Talk’.