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Aug 22, 2016
Tackling Product OverloadAbby (Kleckler) McGarry

How do you decide what products to carry in your store? There are so many options out there. Take for example one of the largest online retailers, Amazon. At recent check, they have 371,064,392 pro... more

Aug 9, 2016
Going for GoldAbby (Kleckler) McGarry

The Summer Olympics are in full swing, and I don't know about you, but I look forward to them every four years. Michael Phelps has already added to his historic medal count, but after the first nig... more

Jul 27, 2016
2017: Year of the PansyJasmina Dolce

As you may have heard by now, the National Garden Bureau recently announced the four plant classes that will be featured in the 2017 "Year of the" program. Today, I'd like to just focus on its annuals... more

Jul 26, 2016
On the RoadAbby (Kleckler) McGarry

Summer is a busy time for travel, and between all the garden center tours and trade shows, I return from each trip with a plethora of ideas (that I hope you'll find useful). Text codes were a doub... more

Jul 13, 2016
That’s a WrapAbby (Kleckler) McGarry

Trade show season is well underway with Cultivate'16 in Columbus, Ohio, wrapping up yesterday at The Greater Columbus Convention Center. Let's talk about two sessions, both with a similar messa... more

Jun 29, 2016
Bring Pollinators to LandscapesJasmina Dolce

As you probably already know, last week was National Pollinator Week. According to the Pollinator Partnership, Pollinator Week is a time to celebrate pollinators and spread the word about what growers... more

Jun 20, 2016
Perennials Pack a PunchAbby (Kleckler) McGarry

Summer officially started on Monday, and although foot traffic is likely slowing in your garden center, there are still many reasons customers should come through the door. June is Perennial Garden... more

Jun 7, 2016
Your Last Chance (Honestly)Abby (Kleckler) McGarry

There’s one thing I can promise you: The next time you open up the Retail Report I will not be reminding you that you could be Lawn & Garden Retailer’s next Merchandiser of the Year. Why yo... more

May 26, 2016
Begonias: The Perfect Landscape PlantJasmina Dolce

By now, we all know that begonias are a staple landscape plant. From sun to shade, backyards to commercial plantings, they work. That's why it's no surprise the National Garden Bureau named 2016 "Year... more

May 24, 2016
Fifteen DaysAbby (Kleckler) McGarry

What are you waiting for you? You have 15 more days to submit your entry to become Lawn & Garden Retailer’s 2016 Merchandiser of the Year and have a chance at bringing home prizes that will boos... more

May 10, 2016
On Your Own TimeAbby (Kleckler) McGarry

Mother’s Day is in the rearview mirror, and there’s no doubt it has been a busy time for you (and hopefully still is)! If you need a break from the sales yard, join us tomorrow (Thursday) at 2 ... more

Apr 28, 2016
Breeders Continue to Focus on Landscape MarketJasmina Dolce

It's one of my favorite times of the year. Homeowners, businesses and anyone with a landscape bed are getting busy beautifying their outdoor spaces. For the past couple of weeks, I've seen gorgeous... more