Horticulture: Latest News, Top Stories & Analysis

Step Into the Future of Gardening at the 2025 Philadelphia Flower Show—Don’t Miss This Spectacular Celebration of Innovation and Beauty!

February 1, 2025February 1, 2025 - by Alec Robson

PHILADELPHIA, PA — The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS) has announced the details for the 2025 Philadelphia Flower Show, themed “Gardens of Tomorrow,” which will take place at the Pennsylvania Convention …

National

USDA’s $116 Million Fertilizer Boost Could Revolutionize Farming—And Lower Your Grocery Bill

December 28, 2024December 28, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is taking decisive action to transform the agriculture industry and combat rising fertilizer costs that have plagued farmers and driven up food …

National

USDA Announces Significant Investments in Fertilizer Production and Meat Processing to Boost U.S. Agriculture

November 6, 2024November 4, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

MANITOWOC, WI — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has unveiled a substantial investment plan aimed at bolstering the domestic agricultural sector through enhanced fertilizer production and expanded meat processing capacity. …

Executives

Longwood Gardens Names Chris Cole as New Vice President of Horticulture

May 3, 2024May 3, 2024 - by Timothy Alexander

KENNETT SQUARE, PA — Longwood Gardens announced this week the appointment of Chris Cole as Vice President of Horticulture, effective May 13. With over three decades of international experience in …

Business

Longwood Gardens Announces New Cohort of Horticulture Fellows

April 18, 2024April 18, 2024 - by Timothy Alexander

KENNETT SQUARE, PA — Longwood Gardens, renowned in the field of horticulture education, has selected five accomplished professionals for its esteemed Longwood Gardens Fellows Program for the 2024-25 session. The …

Agriculture Secretary Highlights Fertilizer Law Changes

Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Revamps Fertilizer Law to Protect Waterways and Promote Greener Lawncare

March 29, 2024March 29, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

EAST BERLIN, PA — Pennsylvania’s Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding announced major updates to the state’s fertilizer law on Thursday. Joined by legislators, industry associations, and business leaders at Cashman’s Hardware …

Green Living / Lawn and Garden

Green Gardening: Cultivating Sustainability and Harmony

March 8, 2024March 8, 2024 - by Alec Robson

In the sprawling canvas of nature, a garden serves as a microcosm of life’s intricate web – a delicate dance of flora and fauna intertwined with the soil and sun. …

Business

Transformative Horticulture Symposium at Longwood Gardens Set to Inspire Industry Professionals

January 13, 2024January 13, 2024 - by Timothy Alexander

KENNETT SQUARE, PA — The horticulture industry is poised for a day of dynamic learning and networking at the upcoming Today’s Horticulture Symposium, taking place on Friday, February 2, at …