COVID-19
Battle plan
Prepare for the predicted recession with these tips from Dr. Charlie Hall.
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Plant perspectives
The houseplant market is one of the most volatile in the industry, so we checked in with three garden centers to see how they’re managing their indoor growing departments when it comes to stocking, marketing and more.
Great resignation, great opportunity
As workers leave jobs in record numbers, it’s prime time to promote careers in horticulture.
A return to retail
Despite Super Bowl preparations and chilly temperatures, customers made in-store purchases for mixed bouquets, houseplants, small gifts and more.
The future of retail is hybrid
Momentive, formerly known as SurveyMonkey, conducted a survey to examine the current retail landscape — here's what IGC owners should know about hybrid shopping trends.
Coming back stronger
From supply shortages to unpredictable weather, these garden centers share how they’re finding unique opportunities amidst the challenges of the coming spring.
Healthy boundaries
For family-owned businesses, ingraining a “family culture” can blur lines and limits for employees, and contribute to burnout.
Popping up profits
A temporary or traveling plant shop can boost your garden center business in the long run.
Canada rolls back vaccine mandate for truckers
Canadian drivers will no longer need to provide proof of vaccination, but American drivers attempting to cross the border will.
Recap: making the most of MANTS 2022
More than 5,700 attendees and exhibitors braved snowy weather, flight cancellations and interstate closures to reconnect at the annual event.
The growers’ perspective
Much like the garden center industry, commercial growers are feeling confident in the market going into 2022.
