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Top recommendations for shoulder-season sales

The power of plants is still a driving force in today’s consumer market — people just can’t get enough! The key for retailers, however, is to build on those initial spring fever sales, inspire them... more »

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Cool happenings

I’m on countless garden centers’ email lists and am constantly inspired by all the amazing things you are doing! Miller Flowers Greenhouse & Garden Center, in the western Ohio city of Greenville, recently added a... more »
How to start your day off with successes and build on it

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How to start your day off with successes and build on it

Can you relate to this? You’re enjoying your first cup of coffee of the day before you head to work, and, because you have so much you want to accomplish today, you grab your smartphone... more »
Many of the best innovations come from collaborations. Here’s how CountryMax partners with master gardeners to draw a crowd.

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Events that grow foot traffic — and your brand

At CountryMax, we take pride in our knowledgeable employees. But to bring our customers even greater gardening expertise, we team up with master gardeners from the Cornell Cooperative Extension. These growers have decades of experience... more »
Taking Stock Emerging P.O.S. and Inventory Management Solutions

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Taking stock: Emerging P.O.S. and inventory management solutions

Point-of-sale (P.O.S.) and inventory management systems are the backbone of garden retail operations; they’re responsible for conducting sales, tracking inventory and running reports. While P.O.S. systems have a long history of use in retail environments,... more »
How to create store displays that captivate customers

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How to create store displays that captivate customers

Creating a store environment that captivates customers and enhances sales is both an art and a science. Michelle Sherrier, owner of MC Design Collaboration and host of The Retail Whore podcast, has a true eye... more »

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Using digital technology effectively

In an era where our lives are increasingly digitized, the importance of fostering a deep connection to plants and nature cannot be overstated. As people spend more time in front of screens, they risk becoming... more »
Signs for success: 7 tips for captivating in-store signage

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Signs for success: 7 tips for captivating in-store signage

Creating a visually appealing in-store environment is a powerful way to draw in customers and boost sales. One way to create an immediate, affordable upgrade to your store is through updating the design and placement... more »
Accent Decor curates inspirational displays in their showrooms to provide merchandising ideas for retailers. Photo courtesy of Accent Decor.

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Merchandising tips for selling more pottery and containers

From colorful and metallic glazes to new textures and finishes, four pottery and container suppliers share what’s trending and tips on how garden centers can sell more of this essential product category. L&GR: What trends... more »
5 Minutes With … Nancy DuBrule-Clemente

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5 Minutes With … Nancy DuBrule-Clemente

Nancy DuBrule-Clemente is the founder of destination garden center Natureworks in Connecticut, which marked 40 years in business in 2023. What made you choose horticulture as a career? I never had a garden until I... more »
The Kitchen Minis display at PanAmerican Seed makes it clear that these veggies are best grown indoors. PanAmerican Seed

Get inspired with these retail-focused displays at CAST

There's never a shortage of inspiration and innovation at California Spring Trials, and 2024 was no exception. Team GPN and Lawn & Garden Retailer traveled down the California coast capturing all the details of the... more »
Eckerts feature sign Bridget Behe

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Revamp Your Retail Series: Signage

If labor were unlimited and free, retailers wouldn’t need signs; customers could simply ask a question and get an answer. Signs are used in three basic ways: identity, direction and information. The identity signs are... more »