Merchandising
New Ideas From New England
Signage The “Pumpkins for a Purpose” signs throughout Gardener’s Supply in Williston, Vermont, have more words than most, but a large headline and a story that all pumpkin sale proceeds support breast cancer research and... more »
Pollinators Prevail
Inspiration can come from anywhere, but for Al’s Garden & Home in Oregon, they didn’t have to look very far. They took a hot topic in the industry right now, pollinators, and transformed it into... more »
Six Displays Shine Bright
Each year our Merchandiser of the Year competition continues to grow, and this year was no different. We had a record-setting number of entries. From showstoppers at the entrance, to gift shop creations sure to... more »
Summertime Spa for the Birds
While millions of dollars are spent on wild bird feeders and bird seed by homeowners hoping to attract songbirds they love to their backyard, the reality is having water available year-round attracts 10 times as... more »
Miniature Must-Haves
Eaton Grove Nursery and Garden Center Eaton, Colorado Hoop houses aren’t always the easiest places to create fun displays, but Eaton Grove Nursery added a bit of whimsy with its miniature garden area (that... more »
All Eyes on Retail
Tasty Ideas 1. Hort Couture showcased its edible varieties with a stunning farm-to-table concept. New intros were dropped into the wood table as the main dishes and other popular varieties were the... more »
Rooted in Edibles
Waldoch Farm has won the hearts of canners throughout Minnesota. We are a garden center and family-run farm specializing in uplifting spirits spring, summer and fall by using flowers, food and fun. We have offered... more »
What’s In Your Brand?
First impressions are everything. From a job interview, a first date, a meeting with a bank lender, to “Hello officer, was I speeding?” how one presents themselves in the first meeting sets the tone for... more »
Exploring an Indoor Gardening Category
There are too many upward consumer trends to ignore. The political fallout from the past few months will probably leave many of us with our share of skepticism heading into the 2017 gardening season. However,... more »
Out of This World
Buchanan's Native Plants Houston, Texas Wherever you looked at Buchanan’s a number of signs caught your eye. Signage clearly marked employees favorite varieties, labeled the plants that could benefit both your... more »
French Fries with the Hummingbird Feeder
If I ever went through a fast food drive-thru, and the voice in the box failed to ask, “French fries with that sandwich?” I’d wonder, “Who trained this employee?” As spring approaches and consumers enter... more »
Brewing Garden Center Success
Husband-and-wife team Amanda and Pat Weakland started their first horticulture adventure together with the opening of a mobile greenhouse in 1991. Their history in the industry, however, dates back before then. Pat is a third-generation... more »
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December 5, 2024
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