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Connecting kids to gardening
For most gardeners, a big part of gardening is sharing with others. For Coast of Maine Organic Products, it’s about sharing the love of gardening with the next generation. The company created its Growing Good... more »
WorldMark by Wyndham introduces guests to urban permaculture in new pilot program
Vacation club brand WorldMark by Wyndham announced it is launching "Planting Seeds," a pilot program that introduces guests staying at WorldMark Portland Waterfront Park to the concept of urban permaculture through interactive workshops and an on-site... more »
Linwell Gardens joins ThinkPlants network
Linwell Gardens, headquartered in Beamsville, Ontario, Canada, has joined the ThinkPlants network of breeders, growers and suppliers. This new addition to the ThinkPlants family continues to expand the growing portfolio of genetics and broaden the... more »
Terra Nova releases 2023 Plant Attributes Varieties Lists
Terra Nova Nurseries has released select lists of best-of-breeding varieties for five growing attribute categories: “Bigger and Better Foliage,” “Humidity Resistance,” “Sun-Loving,” “Shade-Loving,” and “Compact Growth Habit.” These varieties were bred by Terra Nova’s team... more »
Should your garden center have a text club?
Kate Terrell, president and general manager at Wallace's Garden Center in Bettendorf, Iowa, can tell when a text offer has gone out to Wallace’s text club, at least anecdotally speaking, because she says cars immediately... more »
Monrovia’s on-demand webinar showcases must-have plants for spring
Monrovia’s first webinar of 2023 features trend spotter and chief marketing officer Katie Tamony and plant hunter Georgia Clay, who provide design tips and plant inspiration to help you kick off your customers' spring gardens.... more »
SAF offers free spring social media graphics
The Society of American Florists has announced it now offers free spring social graphics to entice your customers to celebrate the season with flowers. The social media shareables include general spring-themed banners and social media... more »
Deadline extended for garden center innovator awards
How innovative is your garden center? Share your story now for the 2023 Lawn & Garden Retailer Innovator Awards. These awards will recognize garden centers for excellence in categories such as: Community Involvement, Classes and... more »
Petitti supports eco-friendly products and practices
Whether it’s reducing waste, implementing recycling programs or finding new efficiencies, garden centers are constantly striving to perform in a more eco-friendly manner. Noelle Clark Akin, manager of training and education at Petitti Garden Centers... more »
Mastering garden center merchandising
The old cliche of “stack it high and watch it fly” couldn’t be further from the truth for independent garden centers. Effective merchandising takes much more planning; it’s an ongoing process to introduce your products... more »
Tropical trendspotting: A boutique houseplant shop focuses on rare and unique plants
A background in fashion might not be commonplace in the plant retail world, but for Karli Heineman, it’s turned out to be a real advantage. Before moving to San Diego from Los Angeles five years... more »
Proven Winners ColorChoice Shrub Madness returns
Proven Winners ColorChoice has announced that Shrub Madness will return Feb. 27. The bracket competition pits shrub against shrub in a battle for the title of World Champion through votes. The contest runs in prediction... more »
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April 19, 2024
Danziger holds Spring Festival to celebrate 70th anniversary
April 19, 2024
PDSI hosted Spring Garden Roadshow
April 18, 2024
Registration now open for GardenComm conference
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That Flower Feeling releases new floral marketing assets
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Terra Nova Nurseries unveils new echinacea
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Proven Winners displayed new plants, programs at open house
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