Over the weekend, one of our greenhouses experienced a fire. The fire was not at our retail store which is the location that most of you are most familiar. This fire happened down the road at our Young Plant facility where we do our seed sowing and grow plugs and liners. Many of you may have heard about it in the news, and we want to share the details with you directly. We are incredibly thankful that no one was …
Wenke Greenhouses is excited to have the opportunity to offer the Firefly Petunia, an extraordinary new flower that glows in the dark. The Firefly Petunia combines the genetic coding of a petunia and a naturally bioluminescent mushroom. This cutting edge horticultural innovation has earned the Firefly Petunia a spot on Time Magazine’s Best Inventions of 2024. What to Expect By day, the Firefly Petunia performs as any annual petunia would – reliably producing white flowers on a compact plant which …
Jack’s Petunia FeED is designed for plants that do not take up iron efficiently in the root zone. The foliage of iron hungry plants like petunia, calibrachoa, bacopa, verbena, vinca and salvia can begin to lighten or turn yellow if not fed adequate levels of iron. Petunia FeED helps keep the foliage of these iron-dependent plants green. This formula is especially effective in hanging baskets and containers that are watered often. Available in 1.5 lb and 4 lb containers at …
Supervisor: Mischelle Gielow About Wenke Greenhouses: Wenke Greenhouses is a large, family owned, vertically integrated production greenhouse established over 70 years ago. We have four locations in Kalamazoo, MI and a sister company in Douglas, GA. We grow and sell flowers year-round. Our main crops are annual bedding plants, home-use vegetables, perennials, poinsettias, and indoor plants. These crops are sold to garden centers, hardware stores, landscapers throughout the Midwest, and the Kalamazoo Flower Group (broker). We sell young plants to …
Supervisor: Al Lively About Wenke Greenhouses: Wenke Greenhouses is a large, family owned, vertically integrated production greenhouse established over 70 years ago. We have four locations in Kalamazoo, MI and a sister company in Douglas, GA. We grow and sell flowers year-round. Our main crops are annual bedding plants, home-use vegetables, perennials, poinsettias, and indoor plants. These crops are sold to garden centers, hardware stores and landscapers throughout the Midwest; the Kalamazoo Flower Group (broker), as well as starter plants …
HR BUSINESS PARTNER JOB SUMMARY The HR Business Partner (HRBP) is responsible for overseeing human resources functions in our greenhouse operations, including employee scheduling, benefits administration, hiring and onboarding, safety training, and employee events. This role ensures compliance with company policies and legal requirements while fostering a positive workplace culture. The HRBP will work closely with managers and employees to provide HR support and guidance, while also driving efficiency and productivity within the organization. ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION …
Using Espoma Bio-tone when planting offers a range of in-depth benefits that promote healthy, thriving plants: Enhanced Root Development: Bio-tone contains a unique blend of mycorrhizae and beneficial microbes that encourage robust root systems. These microorganisms form symbiotic relationships with plant roots, improving their ability to absorb water and nutrients, resulting in stronger and more resilient plants. Improved Nutrient Uptake: The organic ingredients in Bio-tone improve the soil’s structure and fertility, making essential nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium more …
Welcome to the hidden world beneath our feet, where tiny heroes don’t wear capes but play a crucial role in the health and vitality of our gardens. Enter the Earthworm – nature’s diligent gardeners that bring a plethora of benefits to your green haven. Let’s dig into the captivating story of how these wriggly wonders transform the soil into a thriving ecosystem. Aeration Maestros: Picture your garden soil as a bustling metropolis, and earthworms as expert urban planners. Their burrowing …
When the seasons change and spring arrives we can’t wait to get out of the house and start planting our gardens again. But we aren’t the only creature that enjoys the better weather; insects start to show themselves again and while the first sight of a butterfly is a joy to see, not all insects are welcome. The list of destructive pests that can plague a gardener’s hard work can be frightening! Aphids, mealybugs, thrips, and white flies are just …
Television host John McGivern travels the Upper Midwest to celebrate the people who live there and the unique attractions, history and businesses of each community in a show called Main Streets. Last year, John made a stop in Kalamazoo. Have you seen this episode about our great city? Wenke president, Lisa Wenke Ambrosio, has the opportunity to talk about the greenhouse industry and how her family started as celery farmers here in Kalamazoo. Check it out!
