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Research at Work: Ornamental Horticulture

University of Georgia horticulture faculty works to advance sustainable plants and practices for commercial greenhouses, nurseries and gardens. This research improves property values, enhances water conservation practices, reduces the carbon footprint, refines pest management strategies and introduces superior ornamental varieties. 


Rethinking standard plant containers

Alternatives to plastic containers in the horticulture industry are commercially manufactured and available for an extended period of time. Yet the use of biodegradable containers appears limited by the nurseries, greenhouse operators and landscape installation firms. A UGA agricultural and applied economist surveyed the environmental horticulture industry in 2017 about the awareness and performance of biodegradable containers. Results from this will help UGA researchers better equip the industry to improve the economic efficiency of the use of biodegradable containers, and indirectly contribute to a decrease in water and fertilizer use.

 


Horticulture News

A bowl full of red mayhaw fruit. CAES News
Did you know you can grow: Mayhaw cultivate.caes.uga.edu
Georgia, traditionally known as the Peach State, is famous for its peaches, pecans and peanuts. But thanks to its mild climate, the state also supports a variety of uncommon and exotic fruits. In a new series inspired by University of Georgia Cooperative Extension publication, “Minor Fruits and Nuts in Georgia,” we’ll highlight lesser-known fruits that thrive in Georgia and can be grown in home gardens. This month, we’re kicking things off with a tree that produces a fruit many may not know — the mayhaw.
Associate Professor Rhuanito Ferrarezi poses with a Gerber daisy grown by students in his 4050/6050 Greenhouse Management class in fall 2023. CAES News
Upcoming UGA plant sales bring color to fall
Fall weather means fall gardening, and several groups at the University of Georgia’s College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences will be offering the fruits of their labors at ornamental plant sales across campus this semester. On Friday, Oct. 18, the Trial Gardens at University of Georgia will hold its annual Fall Houseplant Sale, and on Wednesday, Nov. 20, greenhouse management students will offer their ornamental plant sale at the South Milledge Greenhouse Complex.
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