(Loxley)–Plant Development Services, Inc. (PDSI) is readying their capes for Cultivate ’22, July 16-19, 2022. PDSI’s new releases are headlined by the debut of a signature brand, Better Boxwood®, poised to transform the boxwood market. Alongside these super shrubs, PDSI announces 2022 trade releases from Southern Living® Plant Collection and Sunset® Plant Collection to save consumers from dull landscapes and … Read more
A ground-breaking boxwood series and four brand-exclusive varieties join the PDSI portfolio (Carpinteria, California—March 2022)—Plant Development Services, Inc. (PDSI) is readying the pitch of the Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club for the California Spring Trials (CAST) taking place March 30-April 2, 2022. PDSI’s new releases are distinguished by the debut of a signature brand … Read more
Edible plants, ornamentals, and on-trend landscape picks to join the Southern Living® Plant Collection and Sunset Plant Collection® line-ups. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE LOXLEY, Ala. – Plant Development Services, Inc. announces twelve new varieties debuting online and in garden centers in Spring 2022. From bold, colorful blooms to easy-to-grow edibles, the new collection has been curated … Read more
About the Sunset Plant Collection™ Sunset—the West’s most trusted source of gardening information for more than 115 years presents—introduced the Sunset Plant Collection in partnership with Plant Development Services, Inc., in 2012. The first live plant collection to focus exclusively on top-performing plants for the Western gardener, the plants offered are low maintenance, water-wise, and uniquely suited for … Read more
Better Boxwood® Among the Latest Trade Releases from Plant Development Services Loxley, AL – Plant Development Services, Inc. announces 2022 trade releases that meet consumer demand for foundational landscape plants, ornamentals with bloom power, and pollinator-friendly picks. A highlight is the trade debut of Plant Development Services’ new brand, Better Boxwood®. This collection is the … Read more
For Immediate Release: Loxley, AL., June 4, 2021 Plant Development Services Inc. (Loxley, AL) is pleased to announce its 2022 trade releases debuting at Cultivate 2021, July 10 –13, 2021 in Columbus, Ohio. “As consumer interest in gardening and ornamental plants continues to soar, we’re thrilled to offer new varieties that enliven the landscape and … Read more
This article from Dr Allan Armitage lists his favorite plants for achieving that trending tropical garden look, including plants from Southern Living and Sunset.
Plant Development Services Inc. and Everde Growers partner to introduce BetterBoxwood™ The BetterBoxwood™ series is the result of over two decades of breeding and trials in Europe, led by Belgium grower Didier Hermans in cooperation with the Flemish Institute for Agricultural and Fisheries Research, both leaders in the fight against blight in Europe for 20 … Read more
This article by Jamesetta M. Walker of The Virginian-Pilot announces the two newest Encore Azalea varieties, Autumn Starburst and Autumn Majesty. Plus, read the engaging Q&A with Encore Azalea inventor Buddy Lee.
This Nursery Management October 2020 cover story announces Plant Development Services Inc. (PDSI) and Tree Town USA’s partnership to introduce Better Boxwood, a series of blight-resistant selections.
Autumn Majesty® and Autumn Starburst™ join the Encore® Azalea line-up this spring. LOXLEY, Ala. – Two new Encore® Azaleas make their debut at garden centers this spring. Autumn Majesty® and Autumn Starburst™ join the world’s most popular family of reblooming azaleas with flowers unlike anything in the collection. The dazzling bicolor blossoms of Autumn Starburst™ … Read more
For Immediate Release: Loxley, AL., September 28, 2020 Flowerwood Nursery is honored to host U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue and local farmers impacted by Hurricane Sally Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue toured Flowerwood Nursery as well as other local farms to learn more about the devastation from Hurricane Sally, which made landfall in South … Read more
We are excited to introduce the newest members of our Encore®️ Azalea family, available at retail garden centers in Spring 2021! Autumn Majesty™ – New for 2021 Rhododendron ‘Roblezd’ PPAF Autumn Majesty glows with masses of petite, ruffled, semi-double dark purple blooms in spring, summer and fall. Hardy to USDA 6A, this season-extending repeat bloomer … Read more
LOXLEY, Ala. – Southern Living® Plant Collection is proud to recognize three plants honored with the FlameProof award from the Dallas Arboretum Plant Trials. Each year, the Dallas Arboretum Plant Trials program tests thousands of plant varieties in search of those that thrive in the scorching heat of a Texas summer. Only those plants that … Read more
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New Encore Azalea Variety Sets the Garden Ablaze LOXLEY, Ala. – Encore Azalea introduces a new addition to their popular line of re-blooming azaleas with Autumn Bonfire. Glowing with brilliant red flowers, Autumn Bonfire Encore Azalea provides enduring color all season. The ruffled petals providing striking contrast against bright evergreen foliage that … Read more
Plant Development Services, Inc. is excited to announce a partnership with Skagit Horticulture that will bring Sunset Western Garden Collection and Southern Living® Plant Collection branded plants to a broader market.
For decades, nandinas have been a mainstay in landscapes, and for good reason.
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