April 2020

A Houseplant Hit

Dracaena provides garden center consumers with multiple options for their homes and lifestyle.

Talking About My Generation

I have to admit, when there’s a mention of Generation X, my ears perk up. Not because I identify so much with it (which I do), but because it’s a generation so infrequently talked about. Lately, a... more

Does the In-Store Experience Matter?

Garden centers should consider whether it’s time to move beyond fulfillment and onto experience.

Creating a Custom Solution

Learn how one IGC was able to customize its POS service to achieve its individual business goals.

Taking it Outside

The 2020 National Hardware Show will showcase the latest trends and products brands for outdoor living.

The Two Roads of Succession: Built to List or Build to Last

Succession planning is just one part of the overall strategic plan for any great business model.

Battling Bad Information

It’s up to IGCs to make sure we're giving the right information.

5 Minutes with … Stephanie E. Whitehouse

Stephanie E. Whitehouse is retail general manager at Dickman Farms Garden Center in Auburn, New York.

Selling More Water Features

Increasing water feature sales in your IGC is easier than you think.