Associations

February 20, 2015
GCA Summer Tour Registration Opens

This year's GCA Summer Tour, June 21-24, features five or more stops each day, from large destination garden centers to small, niche-oriented stores, setting the stage for an amazing tour.Drawing from German and Polish roots,... more »

January 7, 2015
AmericanHort Turns One

On January 1, AmericanHort celebrated its first birthday. The organization formally launched on January 1, 2014, through the consolidation of the American Nursery & Landscape Association (ANLA) and OFA—The Association of Horticulture Professionals.It was the... more »

December 4, 2014
Pantone Marsala is 2015’s Color of the Year

Pantone chose PANTONE 18-1438 Marsala, a naturally robust and earthy wine red, as its color of the year for 2015. "While PANTONE 18-3224 Radiant Orchid, the captivating 2014 color of the year, encouraged creativity and... more »

November 8, 2013
Short Course to Remain in Columbus Through 2018

AmericanHort has announced that Columbus, Ohio, has been selected to host both the 2017 and the 2018 Short Course - North America's largest horticulture trade show.This announcement comes shortly after the recent announcement that AmericanHort,... more »

October 17, 2013
Otsuka Named New Shinoda Foundation President

The Shinoda Foundation has named well-known flower executive Bob Otsuka as its new president. Otsuka replaces Paul Ecke III who is retiring. "Bob's deep ties to floriculture and his passion for advancing our industry make... more »

October 16, 2013
Industry Associations Collaborate on Neonicotinoid Information

The American Nursery & Landscape Association, OFA and the Society of American Floirsts have collaborated on a letter and FAQ sheet to help the industry gain a better understanding of the use of neonicotinoids.These documents... more »

August 14, 2013
ANLA Creates Rose Rosette Disease Website

The American Nursery and Landscape Association (ANLA) has launched a website to act as a one-stop resource for growers, landscapers, extension agents and researchers to find the most up-to-date information about Rose Rosette Disease.Tips include... more »

May 21, 2013
GCA Best Bathroom Awards Opens Call for Entries

Garden Centers of America's (GCA) Best Garden Center Bathroom Awards, now in their third year, recognize IGC retailers whose restrooms contribute to the store's favorable shopping experience. Convenient and clean restrooms rank high in women's... more »

April 23, 2013
ANLA to Present Health Care Act Webinars

On April 29, the American Nursery & Landscape Association (ANLA) will offer two different webinars on the Affordable Care Act.One of the webinars will address the Act's impact on small employers and another for companies... more »

April 19, 2013
OFA Short Course Makes Top Trade Show List Again

The OFA Short Course trade show has been recognized as the 147th largest trade show among all industries by the annual edition of Trade Show News Network. The show has been on the list for... more »

February 12, 2013
OFA, Ball Commit to 2013 America in Bloom

OFA – The Association of Horticulture Professionals and Ball Horticultural Co. have made early-year commitments to be lead sponsors of the America in Bloom program in 2013."OFA is committed to supporting the horticulture industry," said... more »

January 3, 2013
Buckeye State Plays Host to 2013 GCA Summer Tour

"Ohio is right in the middle of what I call the 'Garden Center Belt,' which stretches from the Upper Midwest to New England," says Garden Centers of America (GCA) Chairman Jeff Morey. "It offers some... more »