Management

How garden retailers can become a pain reliever

I recently bought new iPhones for my wife and myself — the 17 Pro Max for her and the 17 Pro for me — replacing our older 14s. Over the years, I�... more »

How to expand your product assortment without overwhelming your customers — or your team.

Sizing your product assortment strategically

A young couple stands in front of rows and rows of plants, neatly organized by names that mean nothing to them. Do annuals come back every year? ... more »

Pohmer On kicker What independent garden center leaders can do when staff leave the company

Why good managers leave

Over the years, I’ve had countless conversations with garden center owners and senior managers about staffing challenges. We usually start by talkin... more »

Innovative Ideas Attracting the most meaningful hires this spring

Innovative Ideas: Pro tips for attracting the most meaningful hires this spring

For many garden centers, spring hiring is a frantic dash to fill open positions. But what if you could attract a steady stream of highly qualified can... more »

Ken Lain is president and owner of Watters Garden Center in Prescott, Arizona.

Ken Lain to host online presentation on succession planning

Ken Lain, CEO of Garden Outfitters private equity group and second-generation owner of Watters Garden Center, will be presenting "Don't Die with Your ... more »