Apparel
1. Backdoor Shoes
Sloggers
Sloggers shoes and boots are a staple at back doors across America. Known for their colorful and playful print designs, Sloggers are available in five waterproof profiles — garden clog, slip-on shoe, ankle boot, 10-inch boots and new 14-inch boots. Sloggers’ signature all-day comfort insole supports and prevents foot fatigue while the outside materials take on rain, mud and dirt with ease. After wearing, hose them off and leave at the back door for the next project and/or adventure. Made in the USA. For ordering: info@sloggers.com. For style availably, visit the website.
2. Cold Weather Work Gloves
MidWest Gloves & Gear
MidWest Gloves & Gear has introduced new cold-weather work gloves for men. The work gloves are designed for all extremely cold outdoor work activities: rugged construction jobs, farm work and more. The new MidWest cold weather work gloves feature “Thinsulate” supreme insulation lining. A distinctive plaid wool overall pattern is on the glove backs, and the palms and knuckles are made of a tough suede leather. Available in mens’ sizes L/XL.
Décor
1. Top of the Morning Mole Garden Sculpture
SPI Home
This dapper mole is all dressed up and ready to greet visitors to your garden. Measures 22 inches high by 11.5 inches wide by 8.5 inches deep. Made of resin. Contact SPI Home, 377 Swift Avenue, South San Francisco, Calif., 94080; by phone at 800-223-4438; fax: 800-223-4428; email: info@spi-home.com.
2. Whimsical Garden Bunny Accent
Garden Décor Accents
Spring is almost here, and this sweet little bunny rabbit is taking a break from hopping around your yard! Your customers will appreciate this statue and its level of detail as it sits still in their yard or garden. Made of polyresin/polystone. Weight: 1 pound. Dimensions: 6.25 inches by 4.25 inches by 6.75 inches.
3. Wind Art Collection
Red Carpet Studios
Red Carpet Studios introduces the Wind Art Collection that includes large kinetic spinners, fishing pole stakes and kinetic rustic balancers for 2018. The new Glass Vine spinner is 75 inches tall with glass accents for any garden or outdoor space. Suggested retail is $99.99. RCS has added more than 125 new items to the line, including planters, statuary, spinner stakes and chimes. For more information, visit our website or call 877-985-0405.
4. Peter Rabbit Figurines
Flower Fairies
Peter Rabbit’s Secret Garden figurines and accessories are perfect for miniature gardeners of all ages. Beautifully painted and made using durable plastic for inside and outside gardens. Your customers can collect, create and imagine the tale of Peter Rabbit just in time for their spring gardens and Easter baskets!
5. Wind Bells Collection
North Country Wind Bells
North Country Wind Bells® has designed and created these original and authentic wind bells based on the rugged coast of Maine since 1975. Themes include Nautical, Wilderness, Whimsical and Pets, too! There are six collections and over 61 melodies to choose from that fit in any storefront in any part of the country. Retailers tell us all the time that our wind bells are great hits for gift-giving for birthdays, holidays, anniversaries, weddings and even bereavements. Proudly made in Maine, USA!
6. Natural Pumice Rock
Featherock
Featherock’s 100 percent natural pumice rock is safe in fire features and can be used as an alternative to lava rock. Pumice combines the natural, rugged look of lava rock with the modern style of fire pit glass. Available in ¼-inch gravel to 6-inch cobbles in 5-pound bags or bulk bags. This is the perfect product for both DIY landscapers and professionals alike!
7. Vintage Edison Solar String Lights
Echo Valley
Echo Valley expands its popular line of solar Edison lighting products with the introduction of its stylish and multi-functional Vintage Edison Solar String Lights. Sold as a 10-piece set, each bulb contains two amber LED filaments that, when lit, are stunning to behold. The included solar panel can be clipped atop a patio umbrella or staked in the ground if draping the lights from overhanging limbs and structures. At 17 feet (overall length), the Vintage Edison Solar String Lights can be used in multiple settings, creating an inviting and relaxing ambiance. Attractively packaged and affordably priced, these are sure to be among the most sought-after products this spring. Call Echo Valley at 800-592-9678 for more information or visit them on the web.
8. Secret Garden Figurines and Accessories
Flower Fairies
Did you know that the Flower Fairies have a secret? Their wings glow in the sunlight, and that means they are happy and ready to play in the garden! The full line of Flower Fairies Secret Garden figurines and accessories are perfect for miniature gardeners of all ages. Beautifully painted and made using durable plastic for inside and outside gardens. Your customers can collect, create, and imagine the durable Flower Fairies glowing in their spring gardens!
9. Small Single Hole Planter
Featherock
Featherock’s Small Single Hole Planter is now available in a small, half crate of 32 pieces or a regular crate of 64 pieces. Each option has its benefits, with the small crate reducing weight and freight cost, and the regular crate earning an additional 10 percent volume discount. The Small Single Hole Planter is Featherock’s most popular sized pumice planter! Try it as an accent in a fairy garden or as the star of a succulent arrangement workshop.
10. Rainbow Leaf — Thermometer Spinner Stake
Echo Valley
Harness the energy of the wind and sun courtesy of Echo Valley’s new exquisite Rainbow Leaf — Thermometer Spinner Stake. Combining elements of steel and glass, this kinetic marvel provides rotational movement on a windy day while simultaneously functioning as an outdoor thermometer. The glow-in-the-dark PVC face of the thermometer allows it to be read at night, and the colorful, eye-catching beaded glass makes it a natural for use as a focal point in any landscape setting. Packaged in an attractive open-faced color window box, the spinner is giftable and shelf-ready. Available now, call Echo Valley at 800-592-9678 for more information or visit them on the web.
Grow
1. The Salad Box
Hydrofarm
The Salad Box, available exclusively from Hydrofarm, is great for anyone who wants to keep a constant supply of fresh salad greens and herbs handy and ready for harvesting. It can be used outdoors or indoors under grow lights, and fits perfectly under Hydrofarm’s Jump Start 2-foot T5 Grow Light System. Using a passive hydroponics method, the Salad Box requires no electricity and very little maintenance. Featuring eight plant sites, the Salad Box includes everything needed (except the water) to turn seedlings into salad. Comes with eight “Root Wraps,” reservoir tray, lid, top-off bottle, net cups, drain plugs and nutrients.
2. Seed Tape
Olds Garden Seed
Seed tape is convenient, easy to use and eliminates thinning as seeds are evenly spaced on the paper tape. Countertop displays can be merchandised with your seed displays and multiple placements on endcaps and register checkout counters.
3. Duogrow
SunBlaster Lighting
The Duogrow holds 12 liters of water, releasing it to the roots of the plants in its two pots, as and when the plants need it. This is a great garden for any patio or sundeck. Move your Duogrow indoors with the addition of SunBlaster Lighting and accessories and grow all year round.
4. Sunburst CMh System
Hydrofarm
Exclusively available from Hydrofarm, the new Sunburst CMh System combines two extremely popular products — the Sunburst and Phantom CMh systems — into a single unit that brings the benefits of ceramic metal halide lighting to small spaces with the Sunburst’s compact, all-in-one format. The Sunburst CMh has a built-in digital ballast designed specifically to run the 315W ceramic metal halide lamp (included), which in this system operates in the horizontal position. The reflector’s interior is 95 percent hammertone aluminum and offers excellent uniformity and diffusion. Offered in two different lamp color temperature options: 3100K or 4200K, and features dual input voltage of 120-240V. Carries a 3-year warranty.
5. Retail Garden Center Greenhouses
Gothic Arch Greenhouses
Retail Garden Center outlets have very different greenhouse needs than their commercial production and backyard counterparts might. That’s why Gothic Arch Greenhouses has gone to great lengths to ensure our retail garden center customers have access to the very distinct greenhouses, accessories and supplies they require to help their businesses grow. Ideally, a retail garden center is a complete and comprehensive retail facility with areas for living plants and various products, availability for storage and specified areas for shipping and receiving. Our experienced, knowledgeable and friendly staff offers the best customer service in the industry and will get you on the right track. We offer a variety of Retail Garden Centers designed much like a growing house to satisfy your product’s need for sunlight and appropriate ventilation, so that you are able to sell year round. We provide economical and mobile structures that allow additional plant sales, as well as comfort to your customers while shopping. Our complete packages are engineered for simple installation, ready for future expansion and offer superior strength. In our comprehensive range of structures and products, the possibilities are endless!
6. Fix-N-Grow
Olds Garden Seed
Fix-N-Grow is a legume inoculant, a mixture of beneficial bacteria suspended in easy-to-use granules. These bacteria take free atmospheric nitrogen and attach it to the roots of beans, peas and cowpeas, where it is converted and used by plants.
7. Quadgrow
SunBlaster Lighting
The Quadgrow holds 30 liters of water, releasing it to the roots as the plants need it. Ideal for growing tomatoes, beans, aubergines, peas, peppers and anything else that is a little larger. The Quadgrow can also be moved indoors when desired.
Merchandising
1. Dura-Bench Original and Ultra Plastic Bench Tops
Southwest Agri-Plastics
Southwest Agri-Plastics is proud to offer Dura-Bench Original and Dura-Bench Ultra plastic bench tops. All Dura-Bench products are engineered to replace wood, wire and expanded metal on greenhouse benches at a comparable price. The non-porous polypropylene plastic material eliminates rot, cracks, splinters, rust and sharp edges that are found on other types of bench tops.
2. New Sign and Banner Hardware
Haiku Shade
This new sign system accommodates signs of a quarter inch of rigid material and pole pocket banners. Options include wall-mounted systems, portable units and brackets for mounting on our quality shade structures. Take your sign and graphics program to new heights with our versatile sign hardware systems. Please visit our website and go to Sign Solutions to find new ways to improve your signage program. 317-402-8400. Made in the USA.
3. Double Sided Wooden Rack
Netherland Bulb Company
New in our 2018 Spring Collection is the Double Sided Wooden Rack. This rack is perfect for center aisles and provides sight lines for a cleaner in-store look. It is excellent for displaying Package Units, Value Packs and Boxed Units. The rack is shoppable from two sides and can be placed side-by-side for an impactful display. Place header cards on the sides of the rack for additional signage.
4. Flower Tower
Eckert’s Greenhouse & Perennials
Bring the “wow” to your garden center entrance with our pole displays. Bring the “wow” to your local cities with our Water-and Labor-saving baskets. Bring the “wow” to your retail customers with our Weekender Baskets. All of our baskets have an unheard of 10-year warranty. Our iron fits on any type of pole, round or square, 3 to 8 inches. Beautifying the U.S. and Canada from backyard to main street.
Plants & Seeds
1. Pixie Plants
Central Florida Ferns & Foliage
The Central Florida Ferns & Foliage Pixie Plants mix is a collection of ferns, foliage and succulents for glass terrarium gardens, container mini-gardens or succulent gardens. Its fern selection includes Pteris, mahogany, maidenhair, bird’s nest, Boston types, Selaginella, Autumn, Korean rock and more; to Ficus, ivy, begonias, Peperomia, Fittonia, Pilea, Hypoestes, palms and baby tears. The 2-inch garden plants give mini gardens variety, texture and interest.
2. The Countess of Wessex Boulevard Evipo073
Donahue’s Clematis Specialists
A marvelous clematis with large white and blush flowers. Petals have a wavy edge, and the dramatic burgundy anthers create a stunning display as it produces a mass of flowers from the base of the plant to the top. It grows well in a partial shady area or full sun. Blooms May through June and August through September. Grows to a height of 3-4 feet and takes a hard prune in early spring. Available from Donahue’s Clematis Specialists, Faribault, Minn., 507-334-8404.
3. Organic Seed Collection
Chas C. Hart Seed Co.
From the very beginning, our farms in Maine and Wethersfield, Conn. produced much of the seed we offered for sale. Over the years, we have contracted with growers to produce seed that meets the needs of our demanding family, farmers and gardeners; untreated, weed-free, with a germination percentage that far exceeds the federal standard. As USDA certified organic varieties became available that were able to meet those exacting standards, we’ve offered them to our customers. Today, all of the garden seed we offer must still meet every one of those standards — plus, we’ve made a commitment not to sell any seed that has been produced through genetic engineering (The GE Free Promise). We offer 24 certified organic varieties in retail packets. These varieties were chosen because they offer many ways to enjoy them; as sprouts, micro-greens, shoots, baby greens, juice, and of course delicious mature vegetables, too! There are even organic nasturtiums for edible flowers.
4. Anemone Fantasy ‘Red Riding Hood’ PPAF
Plants Nouveau
‘Red Riding Hood’ is a new, thickly petaled, single-flowered rosey-pink selection that is vigorous and fills pots quickly. Covered in blooms from late July to October, this new selection is a grower and gardener’s dream with many flowers and strong, upright stems. Market these as garden plants planted en masse, and perfect for the front of the border, or as a gift plant in a 6-inch pot for late summer impulse sales. Grows to 18 inches.
5. Vermillion Potato
Irish Eyes Garden Seeds
If you are looking for a new and unique potato among the sea of whites, yellows, reds and russets, give Vermillion a try. With red skin and deep pink flesh, this fingerling variety is sure to wow your customers with its striking color. Vermillion has a creamy texture and earthy taste and is suitable for a wide range of cooking; try it roasted with rosemary and paired with steak and a salad. A drought-resistant, mid-to-late season variety that’s also resistant to viruses, splitting and powdery scab. This is a wonderful variety for the specialty market. Direct from our family to yours, Vermillion is an Irish Eyes exclusive.
Retail Technology
1. Rapid Garden Point-of-Sale Systems
Rapid Garden POS
Green retailers have distinct challenges that standard, off-the-shelf, point-of-sale systems aren’t designed to manage — particularly production oversight of living inventory. Implementing a POS solution built specifically for growers, such as Rapid Garden POS, allows you to effectively:
1. Convert inventory from single units to combined items with production kitting tools. Our system even recommends a suggested price based on items used.
2. Transition growing inventory into larger containers (and price points). Rapid Garden POS works just as easily in reverse for plants that you divide or those that need to be nursed back to a sellable condition.
3. View real-time data, so you can track exactly where your production inventory is and its current status — without the cost of an enterprise-level production management system. Adapt your existing systems and tools into a central solution that manages dispatch and service, delivery, shipping and fulfillment, accounting and more!
2. The Perfect Plant for your website
The Marketing Garden
The Perfect Plant, a customizable plant and pest guide, is now available for garden retailers on their websites. Within seconds, customers can find exactly what they are looking for and create a shopping list, making your time spent with customers more effective and efficient. This new feature is also great for employees to quickly guide customers to plant choices within your nursery. Available as an in-store kiosk and for your website!
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