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The Changing Face Of A Maturing Industry: Turning Challenges Into Opportunities
Last month, I wrote how the lawn and garden industry has reached maturity in the business cycle. The needs of aging Baby Boomers have shifted; a greater proportion of Boomers now have the financial resources... more »Getting to Know Mulch
When it comes to mulch, many consumers know the term but don't know exactly how to use the product in their gardens. They may not even realize how beneficial it is or the different options... more »Just Add Water
Retailers looking for a way to draw in new customers, build business with existing customers and give the bottom line a boost will benefit from connecting the dots between the two hottest leisure-time activities in... more »Visiting the Industry’s Winter Shows
January is a busy month for all of us. All of the gift markets, industry trade shows, related trade shows from outside of the industry and so much more. We were able to take the... more »Previewing The National Hardware Show
The National Hardware Show (NHS), one of the largest events focused on home enhancement, is just around the corner with many new features for retailers to check out. The show is scheduled for May 8-10,... more »A Maturing Industry’s Changing Face
Over the past years, I have had the pleasure of speaking at numerous lawn and garden trade shows and conventions. Quite often those attending ask me to look into my crystal ball and predict how... more »Winter Holidays 101
Christmas, some would say, is done to death in a retail environment. In one sense, it is such a huge holiday that, if improperly prepared for, could be the death of profits. But what of... more »Healthful Gardening
When it comes to promoting the health benefits of gardening and plants, retailers are still in the waiting room. Few lawn and garden centers promote lugging bags of mulch around, along with weeding, digging and... more »Feeling The Winds of Change
Each year Lawn & Garden Retailer asks a number of well-known industry professionals to make their predictions for the new year. This year is no different. We have different perspectives from a retailer, a few... more »Less is More In Garden Design
It's a bit counter intuitive for those of us in the business of selling plants to be excited about minimalist gardens, but lately I've had my eyes opened to the ever-growing trend of the simple,... more »Becoming A Christmas Wonderland
Garden center retailers who do a seasonal manner like Christmas business face the monumental task of constantly transforming their retail operations without crippling existing year-round business. You need to develop a well-thought-out plan to successfully... more »Organizing Holiday Classes
'Tis the season to plan ahead for the holidays. Maybe this year, you will consider organizing holiday classes or workshops to draw the public into your store during a time when most may not be... more »
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