Cha-ching! (8-18)

Strange's Garden Centers are both sources and resources, which probably explains why the company is at the forefront of the Richmond, Va., gardening scene.

The four locations offer quality plants, hard goods, decoratives and the proverbial "other." In the meantime, the company's website is a veritable encyclopedia for information about gardening. In addition to showing what's available at the various stores, it taps dozens of local and national sources via links to help customers find answers to common -- and unusual -- gardening questions. Plus, the company blog, which is updated frequently (therein lies the key), helps Strange's connect with today's customer who might be more techno-savvy than gardening-savvy.

Put it all together, and you have the ultimate definition of a full-service garden center. And, generally, full-service is defined by the sweetest of sounds: "Cha-ching!"

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