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The past three years have seen a huge demand for garden and outdoor living products, and this trend to continue upgrading outside is not slowing down. Americans are averaging nine hours per week at home...
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As I write this, my internet is down — somewhat ironic since I was going to write about making connections at the Garden Center Group Fall Event. Danny Summers and Co. always put on a...
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The Garden Center Show tour began on a comfortably cool morning — but both the day and the retail inspiration heated up quickly. Attendees strolled five garden retailers in the Milwaukee area, each with its own...
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Mad for Mixes Plenty of interesting combinations were spotted on the tour. [caption id="attachment_65617" align="aligncenter"...
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Adding new varieties to your retail bench is critical for increased sales as new trends emerge and consumers’ wants and needs shift. Choosing new varieties that are tried and true can help you set your...
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You’ve heard this before, but it’s even more critical in today’s hyper-competitive world: If you’re not changing, you’re losing ground, especially as your competitors (including both the IGCs and non-GCs in your market) are fighting...
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It’s not always about the “latest and greatest” — garden trends sometimes also include topics or gardening practices that have gained renewed interest due to new gardeners picking up the pastime. Here are some gardening...
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Ashley Molion is director of marketing and communications at McDonald Garden Center in Virginia Beach, Virginia. How did you get involved in horticulture? When I was growing up, my mom kept a pristine garden. I...
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I’ve just returned from the Garden Center Show in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The event included a garden retail tour, educational sessions and thought-provoking keynote sessions. As the exclusive media sponsor, Lawn & Garden Retailer hosted a...
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What do two plant sellers have in common with a sprawling indoor/outdoor shopping complex and a vintage reseller? They all focus on being a “third place” in their community — a place outside of home...
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Darwin Perennials Day celebrated its 13th year in West Chicago this summer, with attendees enjoying a day full of suppliers, breeders, garden tours — including the new variety showcase — and even a butterfly release. A...
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Engaging with new and old customers is a challenging prospect for business owners in all industries. This age of constant media consumption and the ability for consumers to remove ads from their lives causes friction...
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