Floral

Three types of annual flowers will perform far better in the fall than they did in the spring. Marigolds, zinnias and celosias benefit from the cooler temperatures associated with September and October here in North Texas. …

AFE recently visited Ball Horticultural Co. during the Board of Trustees meeting in Chicago, Il., from July 18-20th. Presentations from Ball employees were made on a variety of topics including Downy Mildew, Chrysantis, and Cool Wave Pansies. AFE toured the Ball Premiere Lab, a state-of-the-art facility for coating, pelleting, priming and testing of flower seeds, as well as the Seed Distribution Center.

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Perennial producers and retailers of all levels are urged to attend this unique event, which offers an intimate educational and networking experience focused on perennials. Through seminars, a tour, hands-on workshops, and a trade show, learn everything you need to know about perennial production and retailing. …

Last year the Society of American Florists awarded the covetted Blue Ribbon to this beautiful spray lily. Smaller than a traditional Asiatic, but with more blooms per stem. This mini-lily is the perfect color for autumn weddings, events and bouquets. …

On Saturday, September 29, the Currituck Extension Center is offering a seminar that will teach you all about a family of plants that are seldom talked about “Hardy Annuals”. This includes poppies, larkspur, sweet peas, snapdragons, nigella, and so many more. …