Tag page - horticulture

As ornamental horticulture thrives across the Philippines and urban agriculture continues to turn idle spaces into sources of food and greenery, the country’s agriculture community came together for the second edition of Pagsibol: Philippine Horticulture and Urban Agriculture Summit, held at the...

Department of Agriculture (DA) Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel, Jr. has announced plans to extend support and improve technical knowledge for horticultural farmers whose production has decreased due to the effects of El Niño. On May 3, Friday, Tiu Laurel suggested that in order to boost...

A Garden and Art Festival will be held from July 29 to August 8, 2021 in Newport Mall in Resorts World. Hosted by Arids & Aroids, the Garden and Art Festival will feature an extensive variety of plants, as well as unique artwork. Also on display will be the ultra rare Sansevieria Rorida Big...

By Yvette Tan Plantitos and plantitas rejoice! Another exhibit and expo has arrived to whet the appetites of new and experienced ornamental plant collectors. Called "Collections and Creations,” the plant fair will feature curated blooms and greens from Boyet Ganigan and Dr. Jae Silvestre of Arid...

In the Philippines, bougainvillea, locally known as bugambilia or bougies, is one of the more popular ornamental plants in the country, as it is commonly seen in public areas. It is known for the captivating colors of its bracts (specialized leaves that surround the true flowers of bougies) and for...