Dümmen Orange Plant Breeder receives Paul Ecke Jr. Award

Added on 27 September 2023

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Dümmen Orange Plant Breeder receives Paul Ecke Jr. Award

Dümmen Orange senior plant breeder and manager Dr. Ruth Kobayashi recently received the 2023 Paul Ecke Jr. Award of Excellence from the San Diego Botanic Garden. The Encinitas, CA-based nonprofit, which includes a 37-acre garden located near the famed former Paul Ecke Ranch, presented her with this prestigious honor, named after the late legendary San Diego County horticulturist, Paul Ecke Jr.

Dr. Kobayashi is a world leader in the breeding and development of cut flowers, potted plants, succulents, perennials, and annuals. She joined Paul Ecke Ranch in 1995, which was acquired by Dümmen Orange in 2013.

“Our organization is proud to recognize Ruth for her significant advancements in plant science and commitment to horticulture,” says Dr. Ari Novy, President and CEO of San Diego Botanic Garden. “She is a true industry leader and a worthy recipient for the 2023 Paul Ecke Jr. Award of Excellence.”