CARNATION GROWING TECHNIQUES IN THE NETHERLANDS IN THE PERIOD 1980–1987

• the use of substrates, now in nearly 50 ha of mostly standard carnations, to reduce the risk of Fusarium infection. Types of substrate, water and nutrient supply are mentioned
• irrigation by drip lines, to keep the plants dry and to economise on water consumption
• use of white plastic foil to improve utilisation of available light (reflection) and reduce evaporation
• application of CO₂, to stimulate growth in the winter. Different sources of CO₂ and methods of administration are discussed.

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