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Find Yourself In A Winter Garden
Gardens do not change frequently because most gardeners do not get new ideas very often. They're used to their flowers in spring, fruits in summer and foliage in fall. Then the garden goes to sleep... more »Energy-Efficient Landscaping
Heating, cooling and fuel costs three phrases we have been hearing a lot lately, phrases that have brought many people to the point of panic. Manufacturers are scrambling to find less-expensive fuels, cost-efficient coolants... more »From Trash To Treasure
Broken plates, scratched CDs and tattered screen doors are items usually destined for the junkyard. Yet some inventive individuals use these and other typically discarded products in displays to create unique recycled garden décor. Economic... more »First Impressions: Costly Impressions
It's not a recent discovery that first impressions such as curb appeal, parking lot design and maintenance mean a lot when it comes to customers' perceptions of your store. But, what happens after... more »Industry Leader Forecast
Even with a magical crystal ball most people think predicting what will happen in the future is more entertainment than science. We disagree. We may not be able to know details with 100-percent accuracy, but... more »Time’s up
We've all heard how the life cycle for floriculture products is changing. Products used to have five or more years to conquer and rule a category; now, many argue, that time is closer to three... more »The Delectable Collectible
Collectibles is a broad category encompassing everything from cards and Christmas ornaments to dolls and dinnerware. It can include contemporary pieces or antiques, first issue or resale. The number of collecting clubs attests to the... more »Catering to Container Gardeners
There's been a lot of talk lately about the popularity of pots but without enough recognition of the variety of people driving this trend. Many of them have little or no property, but what they... more »A Love Affair with Herbs
The market for herbs continues to grow. We've been growing herbs commercially at Peace Tree Farm, Kintnersville, Pa., for more than 20 years. It's a story I never grow tired of telling. I'm the heart... more »A Uniform Approach
I've been shopping in stores many times when another customer has asked me a question meant for a store employee to answer. Since I'm not in the habit of wearing store logos, customers are obviously... more »Creating Relationships And Revenue
In a world already inundated with overcrowded inboxes; overstuffed mailboxes; and newspapers overflowing with inserts, coupons and brochures, the decision to implement a promotional campaign might seem like a waste of finances, time and energy.... more »Designing the Outdoors
Ever since September 11, more people are staying home and not venturing out as much. At the same time, no one wants to be cooped up inside. As a result, backyards are becoming more like... more »
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