Tag: horticulture
An Industry that Cares
In these unprecedented times, it can be difficult to think about the next couple months, not to mention years ahead. Still, we can’t forget...
2021 – What Lies Ahead
After surviving 2020, planning for 2021 is a daunting task. Our hope is that there will be an effective vaccine soon, wide distribution is...
KVU Energy Consulting Inc.: Helping Greenhouses Save Energy & Money
What led you to start this company?
I have an extensive background, particularly in teaching, with technical trades such as electrical, heating, cooling, control systems,...
Eason Horticultural Resources (EHR): Matchmaker between Customers & Hundreds of the...
How would you describe the business of your company?
In simple terms, we source plants for our customers. We find the plants they need by...
New Colorado Wage Laws for 2020 & 2021
Colorado implemented two new wage laws over the past year that have significant ramifications for employers in the state. The first, COMPS Order #36,...
Winter Interest with Plant Select® Plants in the Western Garden
Landscapes in the western garden should be intriguing, catching the light, glistening with frost all while sturdy under the weight of snow. The Plant...
The Mid-Atlantic Nursery Trade Show to Launch MANTS.com Business Hub
Last week, the Mid-Atlantic Nursery Trade Show announced details about its new MANTS.com Business Hub, developed to connect exhibitors and buyers during these changing and challenging times. Despite...
Top Annuals from CSU Annual Flower Trials
By James E. Klett, Ph.D.
Professor & Landscape Horticultural Specialist
Colorado State University
During the week of August 3, 2020, only about 90 professionals evaluated the Annual...
Innovating New Avenues for Serving the Industry
Although we are living in unprecedented times, the need for talented individuals and continued research in our industry remains certain.
The Colorado Horticulture Research and...
The Essential Nature of the Green Industry
According to the National Initiative for Consumer Horticulture (NICH), consumer horticulture contributes $196 billion to the U.S. economy and creates more than two million...