HAMMOND, La. — The LSU AgCenter Hammond Research Station inaugurated a new program two years ago to introduce unfamiliar, non-patented plant material to wholesale and retail nurseries and landscape professionals in Louisiana. It’s called Plants with Potential.
“Plant species or varieties selected for the program currently have limited or no distribution or use in the state, but evidence suggests they have excellent landscape performance potential in ourchallenging climate,” said AgCenter horticulturist Jason Stagg.
Small to medium-size nursery growers could benefit from learning about and obtaining these stock plants for evaluation of growth characteristics or customer interest, Stagg said. Nurseries may be able to broaden their product lines, and landscapers could diversify their plant material palettes to grow their respective business.
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