March 2021
IPPS is a place for both newbies and experts to learn more about plant 
production and propagation. Come in and find your seat!  
FREE microMEETING WEDNESDAY!
MARCH 10 at 3 pm Eastern
GREENLAND NURSERY AND BARTRAM'S GARDEN
microMEETING #9

Tune in to learn about two historic Philadelphia growing spaces that play an important role in the city's park system and beyond. Dan Feeser will share a brief overview of Bartram's Garden's history and how the site is a crucial part of Philadelphia's urban fabric. Maximilian Blaustein of Greenland Nursery will share how the historic property now produces native plants for the city's natural lands management group.
INVEST IN NURSERIES TO FIGHT CLIMATE CHANGE

A recent research report stated that US nurseries must double their annual tree production in order to replenish US forests and fight climate change. This appears to offer huge growth opportunities for nurseries and those who collect and store seeds.

Of course, the nursery industry knows this growth cannot happen without major investments in growing facilities, labor force, and capital. The World Economic Forum published "Want to plant billions of trees? Invest in nurseries first" that discusses these challenges.
RESEARCH GRANT WINNER ANNOUNCED

The IPPS-ER Foundation awards William Rich from the University Kentucky a $2,000 student research grant for his proposal "Influence of daily light integral on seedling growth, morphology, and quality of three native plant species." Congratulations, William Rich!

Thanks to the 2021 Research Grant Committee members Bob Geneve (Chair), Ron Strasko and Kim Shearer for their efforts.
STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP - Apply Now! Pass it on!
June 1, 2021 deadline
 
The IPPS Eastern Region Foundation invites students working toward a degree in horticulture or related field to apply for one of two $2,000 scholarships. Students seeking two-year, four-year, or graduate degrees may apply.


The IPPS Eastern Region Foundation, founded in 2004, supports ornamental horticulture research and education. Donate here.
WANT TO GET TO KNOW THE BEST OF THE BEST?
Come Forward to Serve on the IPPS-ER Board of Directors

Once a year, members have the opportunity to put their name forward to serve on the IPPS-ER Board of Directors. It’s a great way to get to know the best of the best people in our industry, institutions and public gardens. Want to learn what's involved? Click HERE for all the details and consider throwing your hat into the ring!
LAST CALL TO RENEW YOUR 2021 MEMBERSHIP DUES!

Click HERE to renew online or HERE to download an invoice.

Questions?
Call 888-679-4024
UPCOMING WEBINAR: RESTORING THE AMERICAN CHESTNUT

Researchers have developed blight-resistant American chestnuts using genetic engineering and a gene from wheat. On March 18, Erik Carlson of The American Chestnut Research and Restoration Project SUNY, College of Environmental Science and Forestry will lead a free webinar discussion regarding efforts to restore the species to its former glory.
WATCH TIM BROTZMAN'S HAMAMELIS SESSION

Witch hazels are in bloom! IPPS member, Tim Brotzman of Brotzman's Nursery, shares his deep expertise of Hamamelis during a recent presentation "What Did Arnold Promise?". If you missed it, you may now access the recording.