German Primula breeder Ebbing-Lohaus introduces a new variety in his ‘sibel’ range. This new variety has according to the company a velvety red colour which is due to the contrasting yellow … [Read more...]
‘Soul of the rose is her fragrance’
December 9, 2013
“The soul of the rose is her fragrance”, recalls Maya Polscher from German rose breeders W. Kordes' Söhne. “Much too often people tell us that fragrance has been eliminated in modern roses, … [Read more...]
‘Bring US Plant Patent in line with Plants Breeders’ Rights’
December 5, 2013
“On September 2011, President Barack Obama of the United States (US) signed into law the most comprehensive change to the US patent law in over 60 years, the America Invents Act (AIA). The … [Read more...]
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Which Monarda selections perform best in Mid-Atlantic region?
December 5, 2013
Mt. Cuba Center has recently begun a new trial on the genus Monarda. “Monarda have been cultivated for hundreds of years, mostly for their medicinal and herbal properties. Early uses ranged … [Read more...]
New tulip dedicated to remarkable summit
December 4, 2013
Mayor Jozias van Aartsen from The Hague (Netherlands) and Secretary General Renée Jones-Bos of the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs planted yesterday a new tulip bred by Remarkable Tulips … [Read more...]
‘Breeding of petunia and echinacea also next thirty years relevant’
December 4, 2013
On the question What crops will be relevant and important over the next thirty years? from Greenhouse Grower’s editor Laura Drotleff mentions breeder Jian Ping Ren from PanAmerican Seed … [Read more...]
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‘Actively anticipating customer needs and expectations’
December 4, 2013
In recent years Royal van Zanten has placed significant focus on the introduction of new varieties, states this Dutch based company in occasion of the new 2014 Pot & Bedding catalogue which … [Read more...]
Wisley visitors voted their favourite begonia
December 4, 2013
More than 2,000 visitors to Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) Garden Wisley in the UK voted in a poll to name their favourite begonia, divided in three categories: Begonia Semperflorens … [Read more...]
Six breeding companies unveil their California Spring Trials plans
December 4, 2013
Six breeding companies announced plans for a joint-venture varieties display during the 2014 California Spring Trials (April 6-9) in the US. They will present their assortment at Windmill … [Read more...]
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White schlumbergera that stays white
December 4, 2013
Danish nursery Rosa Danica has started with the supply of a new, white Schlumbergera variety. Novembro Brazil also stays pure white, assures the company. “It has been developed with the … [Read more...]
