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High tunnel and outdoor production of bedding plants
Published on November 17, 2016
As greenhouse space becomes limited in the spring, you may consider using outdoor spaces and high tunnels. Read on for insight into the benefits and risks associated with these growing strategies. -
Light and temperature responses of bedding plants
Published on March 9, 2022
We have quantified the temperature and light responses of common bedding plant crops to better understand their impacts on production time and quality. -
Soil and Plant Nutrient Lab
Published on March 21, 2012
Michigan State University's Soil and Plant Nutrient Laboratory operates as an integral part of MSU providing support to teaching, research and extension programs. -
Evaporative cooling, part 2: Maintenance
Published on June 8, 2022
Evaporative cooling systems are only as good as their design and maintenance. In this article, general maintenance guidelines of these systems are discussed for greenhouse applications. -
Daily Light Integral (DLI) Maps
Published on December 23, 2016
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Vertical farming
Published on January 9, 2017
Vertical farming is the production of plants in multiple vertical layers indoors, such a controlled-environment buildings, repurposed warehouses, growth chambers and shipping containers. -
The importance of transpiration
Published on September 1, 2023
Transpiration is the process of water movement from the roots to the shoots of plants. As boring as it may sound, understanding the process can provide valuable insights into successful crop production. -
Strengthening Michigan's ornamental horticulture industry
Published on September 5, 2023
The Michigan State University (MSU) Extension ornamental horticulture team aims to provide greenhouse, nursery and Christmas tree growers with information to reduce the risks and increase production efficiency. -
Production tips for top performers: Geranium 'Rozanne'
Published on February 29, 2008
Commercial production information, based on research at Michigan State University, is presented on the herbaceous perennial Geranium 'Rozanne'. -
Forcing Long-Day Perennials into Flower with High-Intensity LEDs
Published on October 3, 2019
Providing long-day perennial plants with supplemental lighting containing greater than 15 μmol∙m–2∙s–1 of blue light is as effective at inducing flowering as low-intensity day extension lighting and supplemental lighting from HPS lamps. -
Taking the right steps (greenhouse sanitation)
Published on March 2, 2015
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Supplemental lighting on bedding plants -- Making it work for you
Published on December 29, 2006
This article discusses the benefits of both photoperiodic lighting (day length control) and photosynthetic lighting (increasing light quantity to increase plant growth) on bedding plant crops. -
Expansion options (greenhouse leasing)
Published on November 6, 2011
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Fixed vs. dynamic light quality for indoor hydroponic lettuce
Published on February 2, 2022
We present research results with lettuce plants grown indoors under a fixed lighting spectrum versus changing the spectrum during production. -
e-GRO
Published on March 30, 2012
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Greenhouse College of Knowledge Online Courses
Published on July 8, 2022
The Floriculture College of Knowledge Online Course Series provides basic training to commercial greenhouse growers in Michigan, the U.S., and internationally in an easy-to-access and cost-effective manner. -
Production tips for top performers: Campanula persicifolia
Published on October 29, 2008
Production information, based on research at Michigan State University, is presented on two cultivars of the herbaceous perennial peach-leaved bellflower (Campanula persicifolia). -
A closer look at the effect of white LEDs on plant performance
Published on January 5, 2023
This article summarizes an experiment with lettuce and kale when grown indoors under different white light-emitting diodes (LEDs). -
Greenhouse sanitation decreases pest problems
Published on February 10, 2021
Practices that prevent the introduction of pathogens, weed seeds, and insects will go a long way to having a cleaner greenhouse, reduced crop losses, lower pesticide costs, and higher-quality plants. -
The pros and cons of cool nights
Published on September 1, 2022
There can be some compelling reasons to deliver a relatively low growing temperature at night, but also some trade-offs that need to be considered.