Merchandising

Top recommendations for shoulder-season sales

The power of plants is still a driving force in today’s consumer market — people just can’t get enough! The key for retailers, however, is to bu... more »

How to create store displays that captivate customers

How to create store displays that captivate customers

Creating a store environment that captivates customers and enhances sales is both an art and a science. Michelle Sherrier, owner of MC Design Collabor... more »

Signs for success: 7 tips for captivating in-store signage

Signs for success: 7 tips for captivating in-store signage

Creating a visually appealing in-store environment is a powerful way to draw in customers and boost sales. One way to create an immediate, affordable ... more »

Eckerts feature sign Bridget Behe

Revamp Your Retail Series: Signage

If labor were unlimited and free, retailers wouldn’t need signs; customers could simply ask a question and get an answer. Signs are used in three... more »

Expanding your garden center’s product mix: A personal narrative

As I write this, I am home for two days in between the Dallas Gift Market and Tropical Plant International Expo (TPIE). Both are great places to visit... more »

Revamp Your Retail Series: Merchandising

Revamp Your Retail Series: Merchandising

What goes unseen goes unsold; if customers never see the product, they can’t buy it. This makes merchandising a keystone of retail sales. In main... more »