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PlantPlus®, FAQ
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What is PlantPlus®? |
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It is a quality mark for high quality plants. The plants are not judged on their growing qualities but on the characteristics of the sort/cultivar. |
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For whom is PlantPlus® intended? |
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PlantPlus® is for the consumer as well as the industry itself. It directs the consumer in choosing a good product and for the industry it is a guide for growing good plants. |
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Who determines which plants deserve the quality mark? |
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The PlantPlus® Selection Committee has representatives from the Royal Boskoop Horticultural Society (RBHS), Plant Publicity Holland (PPH) and other parties. The nominations are submitted by the RBHS Judging Committee. |
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What are the criteria for PlantPlus® plants? |
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PlantPlus® plants should have proven their quality and should be sufficiently available. |
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How often is the list with PlantPlus® plants updated? |
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Throughout the year new introductions are added to the list. Every five years, the entire list will be evaluated. |
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Can I submit plants to PlantPlus®? |
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New introductions that are presented to PlantPlus® will be first judged by the RBHS Judging Committee. When the Judging Committee agrees that the plant meets the quality requirements, it will present the plant to the Selection Committee. |
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As a consumer, what can I do with PlantPlus®? |
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The PlantPlus® logo allows you to distinguish good plant varieties and cultivars. Use it as guidance when visiting garden centres or when planning your garden. |
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As a nurseryman/exporter, what can I do with PlantPlus®? |
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Use the PlantPlus® logo on labels and in your catalogue in order to spread the top of the nursery selection. |
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Where can I find more information on PlantPlus®? |
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For more information please contact: RBHS tel.no. +31 (0)172-211614 or PPH tel.no. +31 (0)172-217550. |
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