The SharpShooter Pruner works in same manner as a standard pruner with the added feature of a spray applicator that can be used to apply herbicides, pesticides or insecticidal soap. The SharpShooter Pruner allows you to move quickly and efficiently throughout the yard without wasting chemicals that may spill in unwanted areas. The SharpShooter Pruner works especially well where weeds are co-mingled with other desirable plantings such as ivy or liriope. (770) 818-9275; www.sharpshooterpruner.com. Use reader service #101
Four Seasons Container Gardens’ Packing Pearls are the ultimate lightweight filler for pots. They are designed to provide better drainage and produce healthier plants. They let your customers use less soil, so they’ll have much lighter pots. Packing Pearls are reusable. (503) 629-8410; www.packingpearls.com. Use reader service #102

Pond Keeper from Natural Environmental Systems, LLC, is a complete line of ecologically friendly pond water treatments consisting of beneficial bacteria products, barley straw extract, conditioners, clarifiers, waterfall cleaners and dyes. (800) 999-9345; www.naturalenviro.com. Use reader service #103
POTRISERS invisible pot feet fit practically every garden container and statuary style and shape. Their low-profile design is meant to provide discreet elevation that will blend seamlessly with any design. They support indoor and outdoor pots up to 1,600 pounds and more. Bill Rodda, vice president of Pottery World, said this about POTRISERS: “I now buy 1,000 at a time and hope to never run out. I have trained my people to sell the product with every pot, and I have a nice display at my registers. It is a great add-on sale.” (206) 240-5579; www.potrisers.com. Use reader service #104
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