As the owner of Ellwood Thompson’s Local Market in Richmond, Va., Rick Hood is on a mission to make everyone in his community a go-local believer. Here's local - defined. The Perfect Plot: Five gardening experts turned authors share tips to keep your customers interested in edibles all year long. First, Google Maps wowed users by bringing them down to street level with the Street View feature. Now with Business Photos — a 360-degree interior virtual tour —  Google gives consumers a chance to take an even closer look at your business. With 50 live cooking demos under his belt, Jonathan Bardzik shares what he has learned about getting customers to buy more at higher margins and how to have fun doing it. The last time Lawn & Garden Retailer had Habersham Gardens’ Deb Harrison on the phone, it was to talk to her about the new food truck scene in Atlanta. This time around we placed another call into Habersham Gardens to hear more from Harrison about the role cooking plays in her garden center events.
May 21, 2013
Costa Farms has hired Justin Hancock to fill the newly created position of consumer marketing and digital specialist. Hancock had been the digital content manager and garden... more
May 21, 2013
Breeding and young plant production companies Dümmen and Agribio Group recently announced they have successfully closed their intended merger. The new company will continue... more
May 21, 2013
Wholesale grower Rocket Farms, Half Moon Bay, Calif., has launched a new website to support the brand's innovative approach that focuses on fun, creativity and interaction... more
May 21, 2013
Garden Centers of America's (GCA) Best Garden Center Bathroom Awards, now in their third year, recognize IGC retailers whose restrooms contribute to the store's favorable... more
May 08, 2013
The last time Lawn & Garden Retailer had Habersham Gardens’ Deb Harrison on the phone, it was to talk to her about the new food truck scene in Atlanta and how her... more
May 08, 2013
Each weekend, walking through the farm-fresh produce at Washington, D.C.’s historic Eastern Market, the same thought would run through my mind: “If people knew why these... more
May 08, 2013
At the intersection of Thompson St. and Ellwood Ave. in Richmond, Va., sits the city’s most local-centric business — Ellwood Thompson’s Local Market (www.ellwoodthompsons.... more
May 08, 2013
Gardening books — I think you’ll agree with me when I say there is in no way a shortage of them. It can be down right impossible and overwhelming to find that perfect... more
April 09, 2013
Habersham Gardens recognizes the important role food can play in attracting customers new and old. The Atlanta-based, locally-owned garden center is a CSA (community... 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 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...
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As of Sunday, April 21, I won't mind if you call me a Phoenician. I'd actually prefer it. That's because I've... more
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