Navigating Daily Challenges in Fresh-cut Flower Growing

December 9, 2024 FloraLife

With shifting consumer preferences and evolving market demands, choosing the right flowers is “vital” for success. Growers must balance factors such as flower size, color, scent, productivity and longevity, ensuring that the varieties they select are not only desirable in the marketplace but also capable of withstanding the stresses of transport, storage, and display.

Reviewer Mary Ann Newcomer Discusses ‘The Land Gardeners: CUT FLOWERS’

December 5, 2024 Slow Flowers Journal

Besides growing the flowers, though, Bridget and Henrietta emphasize the importance of soil health. They are emphatic about the soil and share their recipes for liquid feeds and green manures.

Kenyan Flower Exports to Europe Strained by Airfreight Capacity Shortage

Many international airlines operating in Kenya do not have binding contracts, allowing them the flexibility to cut capacity, leaving local exporters vulnerable.

Horticulture Club Spends Months Preparing to Bring Holiday Cheer

Proceeds from the sale go to Horticulture Club activities like trips to places like orchards and gardens for hands on horticulture education, and some goes back to the classroom like some furnishings and constructing a cement sidewalk in their greenhouse.

Garden Centre Association Invites Members to Compete

December 5, 2024 Garden Centre Association

Members are invited to put together their marketing campaigns to enter the prestigious annual Worrall Cup competition.