
From premature budding to delayed flowering, find out how temperature extremes can impact fall garden chrysanthemum production and what growers can do to produce high-quality crops on schedule. As Michigan growers are in the full swing of fall garden chrysanthemum (mum) production, understanding the complex relationship between temperature, photoperiod and environmental stressors is essential for…

Helena Dollimore, MP for Hastings and Rye, posted on social media about her recent visit to the Alexandra Park Greenhouse in Hastings. The greenhouse was a derelict site until 2013, when a group of volunteers and a park ranger began the restoration project. The garden has a charity plant shop (Image: Helena Dollimore) Their vision…

A greenhouse is such a useful addition to a backyard, whether you’re an experienced gardener or a green-fingered novice. These sturdy structures provide a safe place to start seedlings, protect plants from winter chill, and grow crops that prefer a warmer climate. If you add a comfy seat and some homely touches, they can be…

Are you seeking proven performers for the season ahead? Check out Part 1 of our series highlighting top picks from the 2025 Michigan Garden Plant Tour trial sites. Every year, Michigan State University and Michiganโs leading young plant producers host a free open house at their trial sites and display gardens for growers, landscapers and…

workshop provided hands-on construction experience for students structure combines functionality with material longevity designed to support the Scholes Street Community Garden ย project info: ย name:ย Ellipsoidal Greenhousearchitect:ย SAW.Earth | @saw.earth project team director: Drew Seskunas/SAW.Earth students: Rayhaan Albuquerque, Yeisy Batista, Devam Desai, Michelle Jungreis, Matan Lobel, Yuan Luo, Angela Madrigal, Mert Osar, Anjali Nilesh Patel, Hetvi…

The Garden Media Groupโs 2026 Garden Trends Report, which was officially released on Sept. 3, is not just a closer look at what is up and coming in gardening, landscape design, and green living. Itโs also a milestone: the 25th anniversary of the Garden Media Group teamโs forecasting whatโs next in the garden world. โWe…

A former Pembrokeshire dairy farmer and his wife have opened a new houseplant centre and botanical-themed coffee shop in Pembroke, supported by a ยฃ20,000 Start Up Loan. Husband-and-wife duo Kristian (35) and Beckie Howell (31), both from Pembrokeshire, are behind Vine & Vibe, a new 6,000 sq ft indoor houseplant centre and cafรฉ designed to…

Key Takeaways Potting and greenhouse sheds can be crafted from recycled materials and serve as both functional and aesthetic garden features. Various architectural styles, such as cottage and saltbox, can be adapted for potting sheds to blend with the landscape. Greenhouse sheds offer a space for starting seeds and growing plants, often utilizing features like…