Innovator Awards
Submissions now open for Innovator Awards
Submissions are now open for the Lawn & Garden Retailer Innovator Awards. These annual awards recognize garden centers for excellence in categories such as: Community Involvement Classes and Events Merchandising Marketing and Online Initiatives Social... more »
Innovative Ideas: Cultivating calm in Chicago
Nestled at the intersection of two of Chicago’s busiest streets, “The Island” at Gethsemane Garden Center offers quiet refuge in the midst of a cacophony of intense noise. Pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles come together to... more »
Zamzows: 2025 Innovator of the Year
What year was your garden center founded? Zamzows was founded in 1933. What is your garden center known for? We’re known as a trusted, family-owned lawn, garden and pet supply store serving the Treasure Valley... more »
Ruibal’s Plants of Texas: 2025 Innovator of the Year
What year was your garden center founded? Ruibal’s Plants of Texas was founded in 1984. What is your garden center known for? We’re known for our 40 years as a family-owned business. The third generation... more »
Taylor’s Landscape Supply and Nursery: 2025 Innovator of the Year
What year was your garden center founded? Taylor’s Landscape Supply and Nursery was founded in 2004 with a clear mission: to deliver quality products and service with an experience that invests into our family and... more »
Homestead Gardens: 2025 Innovator of the Year
What year was your garden center founded? Homestead Gardens (Davidsonville location) was founded in 1973, with two additional retail locations established in 2010 (Severna Park, Maryland location) and 2021 (Smyrna, Delaware, location) What is your... more »
Oopsy Daisy Garden Market: 2025 Innovator of the Year
What year was your garden center founded? Oopsy Daisy Garden Market was founded in 2012. What is your garden center known for? Besides top quality plants and competitive pricing, we strive to create an experience... more »
Platt Hill Nursery: 2025 Innovator of the Year
What year was your garden center founded? Platt Hill Nursery was founded in 1980. What is your garden center known for? We are known for ease of access for novice gardeners. We orient our entire... more »
Gethsemane Garden Center: 2025 Innovator of the Year
What year was your garden center founded? We were originally founded in 1977, although for the first couple of years of business, we were primarily a Christmas tree lot and pumpkin patch. The Christmas trees... more »
Dutch Mill Greenhouse: 2025 Innovator of the Year
What year was your garden center founded? Dutch Mill Greenhouse was founded in 2002. What is your garden center known for? At Dutch Mill Greenhouse, our team of dedicated, on-site growers cultivates locally grown and... more »
Grandma’s Gardens: 2025 Innovator of the Year
What year was your garden center founded? Grandma’s Gardens first opened up shop in 1979. We were a much different operation then — a few acres, a small staff … and founders Doug and Paulette... more »Celebrating retail innovation: L&GR’s 2025 Innovators of the Year
I’m excited to introduce this year’s Lawn & Garden Retailer Innovator of the Year honorees. These standout independent garden centers go above and beyond to deliver exceptional customer experiences, stay deeply engaged with their communities... more »
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