Potted Flowering Plant Production

The potential of poinsettia trees

Published on December 18, 2010
Exploring the opportunity to evolve poinsettias trees into more than our standard winter holiday tabletop plant.
Energy-efficient poinsettia production

Published on August 8, 2009
As fuel prices continue to soar, finding ways to limit energy consumption in the production process of poinsettia has never been more important.
Gilding the lilies: Rainbow roses and confetti poinsettias

Published on December 18, 2008
A in depth look at Rainbow Roses and how they are made.
Improving branching and postharvest quality

Published on August 7, 2008
When used properly, benzyladenine (BA) sprays have commercial potential, and can increase the number of tertiary shoots in poinsettia and delay lower-leaf yellowing (chlorosis).
Growing the best phalaenopsis 4: A complete production schedule

Published on April 10, 2007
In the last of a four-part series, this article contains research-based information on the commercial production of phalaenopsis orchids. The primary topics addressed are scheduling and crop timing.
Growing the best phalaenopsis 3: Temperature & light requirements, height, insect & disease control

Published on March 12, 2007
In the third of a four-part series, this article contains research-based information on the commercial production of phalaenopsis orchids. The primary topics addressed are environmental conditions, height control, and pest control.
Growing the best phalaenopsis 2: Media, transplanting, water & nutrient problems

Published on February 5, 2007
In the second of a four-part series, this article contains research-based information on the commercial production of phalaenopsis orchids. The primary topics addressed are growing substrates, watering, and fertility.
Growing the best phalaenopsis 1: An introduction to potted phalaenopsis orchids

Published on January 10, 2007
In the first of a four-part series, this article contains research-based information on the commercial production of phalaenopsis orchids. The primary topic addressed is propagation.
ZZ plant is an excellent choice for tough indoor use

Published on January 8, 2007
ZZ plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia) is a popular indoor plant because of its glossy, dark-green foliage, limited disease and insect problems, and performance under low light and restricted water availability.
Fascination on poinsettia

Published on September 12, 2005
Did you hit your poinsettias with too much growth retardant? This Michigan State University research shows how to recover using products that contain gibberellic acid.