The new year will begin soon. People around the world are reflecting on 2012 and setting goals and resolutions for 2013. We're working on the January issue here at Garden Center, and we're reflecting on this past year, too. Here’s our list of some of the best articles from Garden Center magazine in 2012.
Reaching a new generation of gardeners
Here's a look at how to find, attract and keep millennial customers at your garden center.
An industry in flux
Mounting challenges set up 2012 to be a make-or-break year for the market.
Reflections from across the pond
Retailers in the U.K. are dealing with some of the same challenges you face. Are there lessons you can learn from them?
Got Plants?
Grassroots marketing campaigns are springing up across the country. Any chance a nationwide program will emerge from the chaos?
Boost the bottom line!
10 ‘tried and true’ strategies that can make 2012 more profitable for you.
23 successful marketing & merchandising ideas that paid off for inventive garden center retailers.
Rise of the edibles: Is your garden center on board?
Why independent garden centers should take note of the connection between gardening and healthy living.
Adapting to the times
Independent garden center owners reflect on the 2012 spring season.
State of the industry
Independent garden centers climbed their way to profitability in 2012.
Branch into berries
Learn how your garden center can benefit from this national trend.
What’s ‘in’ doors
Entice customers to green up their homes with these indoor plant trends.
What’s in a label?
The importance of understanding pesticide labels.
Happy Holidays from Garden Center magazine, and best wishes for the New Year.