Renowned for its broad selection of high quality tissue-cultured plants, Rancho Tissue Technologies has now earned recognition for its commitment to sustaining the environment. The company received VeriFlora’s Sustainably Grown Certification for both its Stage III microcuttings and Stage IV liners. VeriFlora is North America’s first eco-label certification standard for the floral industry. Considered the gold standard, it is the most rigorous flower and plant certification program in the market. “More than a seal of approval, VeriFlora represents the...

Recent LA Times coverage featured Rancho Tissue Technologies’ “boutique agaves,” tapping them as some of the most interesting varieties and calling these petite selections perfect for patio pots and small gardens. Los Angeles Times- L.A. at Home Design, Architecture, Gardens, Southern California Living January 2, 2010 Boutique agaves: Low-water plants for your patio pots Los Angeles Times- Living By Debra Lee Baldwin January 2, 2010 Petite agaves are small-garden wonders The colorful low-water boutique plants are perfect for patio pots.

Some of Rancho Tissue Technologies’ newest varieties are the crop focus in the latest Ornamental Outlook e-news. Two Aloe hybrids, ‘Christmas Carol’ PPAF and ‘Sunset’ PPAF, and two Agaves, A. hybrid ‘Blue Emperor’ and A. parrasana ‘Globe’ were highlighted in the publication’s recent bonus issue. See for yourself at Ornamental Outlook.

Greenhouse Grower’s e-newsletter, Benchrunner, and the publication’s web site recently highlighted Rancho Tissue’s newest introductions. Check out Aloes ‘Christmas Carol’ and ‘Sunset’ and Agaves ‘Blue Emperor’ and ‘Globe’ at Greenhouse Growers.

Today’s Garden Center recently highlighted Rancho Tissue Technologies’ newest aloes and agaves. Aloes ‘Christmas Carol’ and ‘Sunset’ and Agaves ‘Blue Emperor’ and ‘Globe’ were featured in TGC’s e-newsletter and on the publication’s web site. Take a look! http://www.todaysgardencenter.com/news/?storyid=2571

From industry-leading tissue culture producer Rancho Tissue Technologies (RTT) come two standout new agave varieties sure to set any selection apart. New from RTT’s own breeding program are two Agaves, A. hybrid ‘Blue Emperor’ and A. parrasana ‘Globe’. “From our own in-house breeding, we’ve carefully selected each of these for their unique characteristics and striking colors,” says Heather May, founder and owner. “Like all RTT varieties, they’re produced from tissue culture for outstanding consistency and uniformity.” Agave hybrid ‘Blue...

Rancho Tissue Technologies (RTT) was tapped as a featured stop for the International Plant Propagators’ Society’s (IPPS) 50th Anniversary Western Meeting and Tour September 30-October 2. The event, which showcases the latest in plant breeding, selection, development and propagation, is attended by the nation’s premiere horticulturalists. IPPS’ conference tours are known for showcasing the best and brightest in floriculture and horticulture production. “Rancho Tissue is pleased and honored to be part of the IPPS Western Region 50th Anniversary Event,”...

Susana Vanzie-Canton, managing director of Rancho Tissue Technologies (RTT), will be a featured speaker at the International Plant Propagators’ Society’s (IPPS) 50th Anniversary Western Meeting and Tour. “Susana’s unique background and breadth of experience give her a unique perspective to share with attendees,” says Heather May, founder and owner. “We’re honored that she was asked to join the world’s premiere horticulturists as part of IPPS’ program.” Vanzie-Canton will speak on Commercial Plant Tissue Culture: Past and Future Perspectives....

Rancho Tissue Technologies (RTT) is debuting two aloe varieties sure to ramp up sales and demand. Aloe hyb. ‘Christmas Carol’ PPAF and Aloe hyb. ‘Sunset’ PPAF each offer striking features that appeal to consumers and growers alike. “These two new aloe varieties were carefully selected for spectacular color and vigorous growth habits,” says Owner and Founder Heather May, “and like all Rancho Tissue varieties produced from tissue culture, they offer superior uniformity that growers will appreciate.” Aloe hyb. ‘Christmas...

Rancho Tissue Technologies (RTT) has added to its team and strengthened its role as a cutting-edge plant tissue culture facility developing new and highly innovative, high-quality plant varieties. Susana Vanzie-Canton has been named managing director of RTT, allowing owner and founder Heather May to take on a more high-level role and increase her focus on the lab’s development and innovation activities. “Since starting the lab, we have turned Rancho Tissue Technologies into a state-of-the-art, environmentally controlled laboratory that is equipped to...