Knox Horticulture joins ThinkPlants perennial young plant network

ThinkPlants is continuing its focus on creating a high-quality supply chain for the North American nursery industry by announcing a new member.

Knox Horticulture has joined its network of breeders, growers and suppliers, expanding ThinkPlants' portfolio of genetics and broadening the reach ThinkPlants and its suppliers and customers have in the North American market.

Headquartered in Winter Garden, Florida, Knox Horticulture is a second-generation family-run business that offers a diverse perennial young plant program. It produces a range of finished product for landscapers and theme park and uses extensive automation in its young plant production.

“We look forward to expanding our perennial rooting business,” said Roger Dutcher, young plant program manager at Knox Horticulture. “Being part of the ThinkPlants program will help us reach more growers and increase awareness of our offerings.”

The partnership expands both the depth of genetics offered through ThinkPlants and the network’s reach, particularly in the southeastern United States, as well as strengthens the availability of perennial young plants across North America.

“We continue to focus on increasing the availability of ThinkPlants perennial liners throughout North America,” said Joey Wiseman, director of ThinkPlants. “Adding Knox Horticulture as a young plant producer is a strategic step that allows us to better serve growers in the southeast while strengthening our overall supply chain.”

Knox Horticulture joins ThinkPlants rooting station members James Greenhouses, Monrovia Nursery, Creekside Greenhouses, Linwell Gardens, DeVry Greenhouses, Gulley Greenhouse, Green Circle Growers, Terra Nova Nursery, Headstart Nursery and Aldershot Greenhouses.

Each ThinkPlants participant contributes expertise in plant breeding, horticulture, technical support, production, supply chain management, sales and marketing.

“ThinkPlants was developed with the grower in mind,” Wiseman said. “While outstanding genetics are essential, a strong and dependable supply chain is just as critical. Ensuring consistent availability of high-quality perennial liners is a priority shared by all participating breeders and growers.”