Robin Roenker
Recent Articles
Expanding inventory
Avid Gardener adds wine and local foods to extend its client base.
Gray’s Garden Centers celebrates 80 years in business
The Oregon-based garden center finds success by embracing community ties.
Network of knowledge
At Connecticut-based Van Wilgen’s Garden Center, an open information flow with team members translates to success.
Adapt to survive
Quality customer service and a willingness to change pave a pathway to success at Country Mile Gardens.
Ready for action
Use these tips to prepare your team to provide top-notch customer service this year.
Gullo’s Garden Center: Expansions and updates
With room to grow more plant inventory and a newly redesigned website, Gullo’s Garden Center is staying on top of the changing market.
Retail ready
With a focus on home décor and gift items, Nicholson-Hardie Nursery & Garden Center is changing with the times, and their customers’ demands.
The pros of potting
Offering potting services can boost traffic and build a repeat client base.
5 ways to bring your miniature garden products to life
Keys to success include organizing events and celebrations around the whimsical hobby and positioning pre-made gardens as gifts.
Raise prices without raising eyebrows
7 strategies independent garden centers can use to add value to plants.