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Most gardeners understand when insects are damaging their plants. The symptoms include chewed or discolored leaves, defoliated plants and, often, visible pests. Plant diseases are every bit as damaging as insect pests but much more... more »Rethinking Shrubs
I'm sure that Bob Dylan wasn't writing about the nursery industry when he wrote these iconic lyrics, but nothing better sums up what's going on in the world of plants and in particular the world... more »The Ties that Bind
The times have changed since that hopeful November of 1975, when Vivien Jennings, founder and president of Rainy Day Books, Inc., opened what was then a recycled paperback bookstore in Fairway, Kan. The cozy 450-square-foot... more »Hit the Jackpot!
As activities really start ramping up for the spring sales rush, it might be hard to imagine doing anything but managing your garden center's busy operations and taking care of your customers by the beginning... more »Web 201: Complementing Design and Function
Good websites don't just happen. A lot of forethought, planning and organizing goes into creating a website that is useful, purposeful and resourceful. Once you have a master plan for your website the things... more »Come On In, the Water’s Fine
The January issue of Lawn & Garden Retailer explored trends in water features for 2008. It's a trend that continues to grow as homeowners look for more ways to beautify their outdoor spaces and create... more »Summer Events from Coast to Coast
Ah, those three wonderful months of June, July and August. As temperatures hit triple digits and customers are vacationing, garden retailers may see their sales wilting faster than impatiens in direct sun. So how can... more »Explore the Great Outdoors
Having outdoor spaces to merchandise at your garden center can be a blessing and a curse. Wind, rain, wildlife, shoplifters and sprinklers can take their toll on your displays, which also must be designed to... more »Don’t Just Break the Rules…Change Them!
You've been reading about this sustainability thing, right? Everyone from the New York Times and your local evening news to the magazine you are holding in your hands seems to be telling you... more »Life on the Edge
A well-planned landscape design is created by a series of lines. Whether these lines are curved or straight, it is imperative to the design that they remain crisp throughout the project's lifetime. To maintain the... more »What’s Hot, What’s Not?
Robert Mondavi, a famous California wine maker, was once quoted saying that wine is part of a gracious lifestyle. For many Americans, decorating with flowers and plants is another part of a gracious lifestyle. Gardening... more »Merchandising the Outdoor Living Trend
Q: As more consumers are trying to capture the look and feel of indoor living in an outdoor environment, what can a garden center offer to help them achieve that goal? As part of my... more »
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