CONTENTS THE BUSINESS MAGAZINE FOR COMMERCIAL GROWERS JANUARY 2022 | VOLUME 32, NUMBER 1 30 On the Cover Modern verbena breeding, such as Danziger's Vanessa series, has focused on habit, disease tolerance and vibrant color - making this crop especially deserving of the 12 FEATURES 12 Intern of the Year A Well-Rounded Experience Cole Bieker's internship at Green Circle Growers provided him with a multifaceted education that will last a lifetime. It also earned him the distincion of the 2022 GPN/Prospiant Intern of the Year. By Tim Hodson 18 Marketing Celebrate the Verbena The National Garden Bureau has declared 2022 as Year of the Verbena in its annuals category. Let's take a look at this crop's growth and development over the years and why consumers love it. By Jasmina Dolce 26 Structures & Equipment Control Remotely Benefits of greenhouse controllers and automating your greenhouse. By Patrick Mahoney 30 Production Light It Up. Black It Out. Improved climate control and plant growth using LED lighting and screens: a technological match made better together. By Joli A. Hohenstein 4 JANUARY 2022 GPNMAG.COM DEPARTMENTS 34 34 Culture Report Heliotropium 'Augusta Lavender' Unlike the heliotropes you may be familiar with, this new selection boasts flower power, increased vigor, delightful fragrance and pollinator appeal. By John Gaydos COLUMNS 10 6 Editor's Report 8 Industry News 41 Classifieds/Ad Index National Garden Bureau's " Year of " designation for 2022. Turn to page 18 to learn more. (Photo: Jasmina Dolce) Perspectives Tough Stuff: Growers and Retailers Turn to Improved Genetics By Judson LeCompte 36 Vaughn's View Colorful & Durable Calibrachoas By Vaughn Fletcher 42 Technically Speaking A Closer Look at LED Efficacy By Erik Runkle Miss our December issue? It's now available to view on gpnmag.comhttp://www.gpnmag.com http://www.GPNMAG.COM