Volume 3, Issue #2 - Cubits

Talking with the experts
By Antone Jones
Living in central Florida has its perks. This part of the state has a large concentration
of nurseries, many of which grow Hoya and Dischidia. None, however, grow them quite
like one nursery in particular: Hermann Engelmann Greenhouses. Most will know this
company by their trademark, “Exotic Angel” plants. I had the wonderful opportunity to
speak to one of Hermann Engelmann’s location managers about their fantastic Hoya and
Dischidia.
What’s your name and what do you do here?
“My name is Jayson Opgenorth and I am the head grower for Hermann Engelmann
Greenhouses in Apopka, Florida, and am also in charge of general quality control
for the company. I graduated from Texas A&M University with a B.S. in Horticulture
in 1992.”
How long have you worked for Hermann Engelmann Greenhouses?
“16 years.”
How many different Hoya and Dischidia does the company grow?
“Approximately 18 Hoyas and around 7 Dischidia.”
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