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Plantpeddler to host Poinsettia Variety Day in November
Plantpeddler Poinsettia Variety Day will be held on Thursday, Nov. 30 in Cresco, Iowa. Breeder representatives will be present to support both the genetics and the growers. There are over 160 commercial and pre-release poinsettia... more »
Albin Hagstrom & Son begins Christmas production for 2023 holiday season
Albin Hagstrom & Son has announced that production of Christmas products for the 2023 holiday season has begun. Hundreds of handcrafted wreaths and additional decorative products, thousands of feet of hand-tied garlands, and countless stems... more »
NRF: Consumers to spend more this year on winter holidays
Those celebrating the winter holidays expect to spend $875 on average on gifts, decorations, food and other key seasonal items, according to the National Retail Federation’s latest consumer survey conducted by Prosper Insights & Analytics. The amount... more »
Free retail locator lists real Christmas tree seller
Retailers that sell fresh Christmas trees in the U.S. can list their retail location on the Real Christmas Tree Board’s (RCTB) online locator. There is no charge for this listing, as this project is supported... more »
What’s trending for the holidays
From new and novel to the traditional, holiday décor is a hot category for retailers. Read on to see what holiday décor suppliers predict to be top sellers this Christmas. L&GR: What are your best-selling... more »
Old World Christmas announces new licensing partnerships
Old World Christmas has three new licensing partnerships for the creation of hand blown glass ornaments. The World of Peter Rabbit, ICEE & SLUSH PUPPiE, and Dungeons & Dragons will each have a line of... more »
Garden Centers Provide Holiday Inspiration
There's no better place to be than home for the holidays, but after moving back to my hometown earlier this year, this Christmastime phrase takes on a whole new meaning. I took the opportunity to... more »
Dispel the Poinsettia Toxicity Myth
It's time to take poinsettia off Santa's 'naughty' list, says University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein. He says its pretty bracts and leaves pose no danger to people and pets, other than possible allergic... more »
Transpac Acquires Season’s Designs
Transpac, a supplier of seasonal and everyday gift and home décor, is acquiring Season’s Designs. Transpac has bought all Season’s Designs product offerings other than the sports-licensed portion of the business. Season’s Designs compliments Transpac’s... more »
Trending in Milwaukee
A day ahead of The Garden Center Show, which took place this past August in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, pre-registered attendees spent the day exploring five area garden centers. The tour put on display fresh new ideas... more »
How Long is a Customer’s Memory?
What’s the scientific response to the question of how long a customer’s memory is? It depends! And the answer will become more critically important as it’s forecasted that inflation, stagflation and recession will all play... more »
IGCs Get Creative to Avoid Holiday Burnout
When the holiday season is in full swing it can be hard to take a moment and enjoy it. Here, four independent garden centers share their tips and advice for avoiding holiday burnout themselves and... more »
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