Yen Hua, Horticulture graduate student in Bill Miller’s lab, was featured by the American Society of Horticultural Science in the Society’s Graduate Student Spotlight. Yen’s research focuses on xylem microbiology to extend cut flower vase life.
Asked what she loves about horticulture, Yen replied, “I always can find a peaceful place in my mind when I get close to plants, and it’s fun to learn more about something you love!”
If she had unlimited funds, Yen says she would tackle two tasks: She would hire other researchers and buy equipment to learn more about plant physiology and breed new varieties. And she woudl explore marketing strategies to open up domestic floral markets and increase the consumption of floral plants.