Winter temperatures in Florida can get low enough to damage tropical, subtropical, and even sometimes temperate plants, especially if they're not acclimated to lower temperatures. Plants become acclimated by gradual decreases in temperature over a period of time. Sudden freezes after a period of warm weather often do more damage to plants than a freeze during a period of cold weather. Most plant parts can adapt to cold, but fruits and roots do not develop good cold tolerance. Cold injury to plants in containers is common. Acclimatization, protection, and proper post-freeze pruning can help your plants survive a freezing spell or harsh winter season.

Greenhouses play a crucial role in modern agriculture, providing controlled environments for the cultivation of plants year-round. However, the success of these green sanctuaries heavily depends on the people who manage them. In this blog post, we will delve into the world of greenhouse staffing, exploring the challenges employers face and the innovative solutions available to address them.

A research project at a southwestern Ontario, Canada, greenhouse has found a sustainable method to cool the water that growers use to irrigate their greenhouse crops, improving both plant health and quality in the process.