Maintain your backyard garden is a magnificent hobby, but such a harbor requires a lot of dedication in time for proper maintenance. Watering every single one of your plants every day, moving them to shade or moving them into the sun, and a bunch of other things. I am sure that you are already familiar … Read more
OHP, Inc. and Bayer Crop Science announced that they will terminate their long-standing, marketing agreement effective October 31, 2016. OHP, Inc. has been the exclusive marketer of Bayer products into the U.S. Ornamental Nursery and Greenhouse market for over 26 years. Read about: SPREAD THE WORD “Bayer and OHP have had a mutually rewarding relationship for … Read more
Water is the greenhouse grower’s “Story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears.” Too little water stunts plant growth and yield; too much causes disease or fungus, which threatens a crop’s viability. But, just the right amount of water nurtures a healthy, vigorous crop. Delivering just the right amount of water is about precision. Typically growers … Read more
Consumer interest in buying locally grown produce has increased steadily. State and community “buy local” campaigns often are directed to small, locally owned and managed growing operations. This level of production leaves a major gap between the amount of fresh produce grown and sold locally and the amount that can be used by local markets … Read more
Excessive heat can stunt plant growth and requires more frequent watering to keep plants healthy. The “ideal” house temperature will somewhat vary based on the crop. The majority of plants require daytime temperatures between 70 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit and slightly lower nighttime temperatures. Other crops grow better with cooler overnight lows. In general, as … Read more