For 2013, the Lawn & Garden Retailer Merchandiser of the Year competition has your name all over it. In extreme conditions, the creative staffs at Harlow Gardens and Mesquite Valley Growers know just what it takes to be successful — and their great merchandising helps too. Lawn & Garden Retailer recently caught up with the OFA staff to learn how they keep it together for a successful event year after year. We hope their tips can help with your next event, no matter the size. Clear some shelf space, and make room for these award-winning beauties! Kyle Natorp explains the philosophy behind Natorp’s Nursery Outlet and how this big shopping experience is one his customers will never forget. Naturally Urban is a makeshift apartment centrally located in Linder’s under-cover retail space and is merchandised to inspire shoppers facing limited gardening space.
June 19, 2013
Last week, several hundred lawn, garden and pet vendors and key industry buyers met face to face and conducted over 6000 appointments in less than three days at the National... more
June 18, 2013
Less than two weeks remain to take advantage of the biggest savings from the IGC Show's Early Bird Registration, including $200 off IGC Know2Grow Retail Conference Passports... more
June 12, 2013
Arett Sales has signed an alliance with the IGC Show that positions it in the lead showroom of the Distributor Alley, a newly dedicated section of the IGC Show reserved... more
June 12, 2013
OFA – The Association of Horticulture Professionals has selected six students to serve as the year’s OFA Scholars. This rigorous competitive application process identifies... more
June 07, 2013
Naturally Urban — that name has a nice ring to it, doesn’t it? This is what the team at Linder’s Garden Center, St. Paul, Minn., is calling their newest store-within-a-... more
June 07, 2013
Back in the late 1980s, the Natorp family business had five garden center locations and a wholesale nursery. Today, the garden centers have been phased out, making way for... more
June 07, 2013
Choosing which crops to add to your lineup each year involves some risk. Offering exceptional plants is critical to your business and reputation, and the success of your... more
June 07, 2013
OFA – The Association of Horticulture Professionals will host its biggest event next month — 2013 Short Course. From mapping out 1,500 exhibit spaces to scheduling 140... more
June 07, 2013
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Savvy Succulent Dish Gardens from EuroAmerican are planted with premium succulents and grown in optimal growing conditions for several weeks to allow adequate rooting and mingling ensuring quality and longevity. All of our Savvy Succulents recipes have been extensively trialed so that each dish... more

  • Savvy Succulent Dish Gardens from EuroAmerican are planted with premium succulents and grown in optimal growing conditions for several weeks to allow adequate rooting and mingling ensuring quality...
  • Aspects is proud to introduce the HummBlossom Hummingbird Feeder. These beautiful 4-ounce capacity feeders join the popular line of HummZinger feeders. These feeders are the ideal size for placing a...
  • The vibrant colors and textured glass of this birdbath bowl are sure to attract the neighborhood birds for a refreshing bath in your yard, or fill with seed and attract the whole flock! Multiple...
  • Available for immediate shipment, the new series of Circle Bird Baths is crafted from high-fired porcelain stoneware. They are available in both post mount and hanging, each in three dramatic colors...
  • Known for some of the most durable, high-quality work gloves on the market, Hestra JOB is excited to announce an expansion of its garden and landscaping glove collection. The new styles include women...
  • Wonder Grip gloves for kids have all the features of the Nicely Nimble Wonder Grip gloves, now available in two sizes to fit children. Kids will love the comfort and the bright colors; parents and...
  • This old-fashioned water pump allows the water to run gently through the pump into the top tier bucket. The sound of running water, like the brook over the rocks, is peaceful and relaxing. This...
  • This handcrafted cottage is packed with charm. Made of tin and hand painted, the Birder’s Cottage is full of artistic detail as well as surprises — such as a window that lifts and doors that open....
  • Combining vibrant, hand-blown art glass with a sturdy, easy-to-assemble two-piece metal stake and spade, the Bell Flower Kaleidolights not only make an impressive statement in the yard by day, but...
  • The vibrancy of the arpillera textile art tradition shines in these new recycled flower basket ornaments! They bring the cheerfulness of the garden indoors all year long. Each is handmade by creative...
If you didn't think your "To Do" list was long enough, allow me to add three more things to it and make it a... more
Just a couple weeks ago I was on the phone with retail expert Doug Fleener. What led me to reach out to Doug... more
The last time I ended up in your inbox, I was looking for a little friendly consumer guidance. Which phone to... more
  There comes a time in your life when you realize that you’re not that smart or creative; there are... more
  I’m sure that, like me, you leave educational events and trade shows, such as the OFA Short Course,... more
    Let’s see… while I have one daughter who isn’t yet engaged, I do have a son and a daughter who... more