January 2016

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Manitoba Green Show is now Grow16

Manitoba Nursery Landscape Association is revitalizing its premiere event by introducing a new name, a new date, a new venue.

Dutchmaster on short list for Grower of the Year

Nine growers from around the world are finalists in the International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH) International Grower of the Year Awards 2016.

Manderley to supply sod for bridge celebration

In November, Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson and Mayor Maxime Pedneaud-Jobin of Gatineau announced a new joint initiative as part of the year-long celebrations to mark the 150th anniversary of Canada’s confederation.

Prepare for June Garden Days

The Canadian Garden Council invites all gardens, garden centres, hort societies, garden clubs, garden-focused businesses communities and municipalities to celebrate Garden Days on June 17 - 19, 2016.

Movement promotes black eyed Susan

Canada celebrates its 150th birthday in 2017, and still lacks a national flower.

Little Lime hydrangea in the spotlight

Little Lime hydrangea has been selected as the 2016 Plant of the Year by Proven Winners ColorChoice Flowering Shrubs.

New service manager for Takeuchi

Takeuchi-US has announced Scott Herr as the new Northeast Regional Service Manager.

Equipment rental platform launched

Dozr announces the province-wide launch of its contractor to contractor equipment-sharing platform, making it available to all contractors in Ontario.

All America Selections announces 2016 winners

This November nine new plants that have been trialed by horticulture experts throughout North America were deemed worthy of the All-America Selections brand.

Group supports women in snow

The Snow and Ice Management Association (SIMA) is creating a support network for women in the snow business.

Statistics yearbook on flowers and plants available

International Statistics – Flowers and Plants 2015 is now available from the International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH).