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Let the Water Fall

Paul Pilon

As summer transitions into fall, growers can’t continue to use the same irrigation practices they were doing just a few short weeks ago.

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AAS Winners

Paul Pilon

Heliopsis Sole Giatto from Kienzler North America was selected as a 2026 National Winner in the perennial category.

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Perennials Section: Cold Has a Purpose

Paul Pilon

Understanding how vernalization and dormancy impact perennial plant quality is critical. Similarly, cold protection strategies can make or break your crop—especially in colder regions.

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Summertime: It’s Exponential

Paul Pilon

Although I think you deserve a break and suggest you find time for relaxation with what’s left of this summer, I also encourage you to not become complacent and be aware of how challenging summer production can be.

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Tried & True Perennials

Paul Pilon

There are a multitude of options depending on use and location.

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Between Seasons

Paul Pilon

It’s true how time flies when you’re having fun—or perhaps time really does go faster as you get older—but I can’t believe another spring is in the rear-view mirror.

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When It’s Good to Be Negative

Paul Pilon

I’ve been using negative DIF for many years and just started implementing it with crops again this spring.

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Checking All the Boxes

Paul Pilon

There are really a lot of considerations when it comes to growing plants.

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Preventatives Make Sense (and Save Dollars)

Paul Pilon

When it comes to growing plants, it’s more costly and detrimental to wait to address crop issues rather than managing them when they first arise.

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Failing in the Fall is Not an Option

Paul Pilon

Growers who fail to monitor roots in the fall and take steps to maximize their health are at a great disadvantage.