Garden centres in the community - Lending a hand
23 Sep 2011 | by Gavin McEwan
Garden centres are discovering extra benefits to the 'Big Society' model of community involvement by working with children, Gavin McEwan finds.
The show in Exeter is the South West's only trade event for growers and plant buyers from councils, garden centres and retail outlets, says Jez Abbott.
Garden centres are discovering extra benefits to the 'Big Society' model of community involvement by working with children, Gavin McEwan finds.
Building a community through social networking will boost sales and contracts, says Leslie Kossoff.
Growing media firm William Sinclair Horticulture's decision this summer to back calls for the Government to legislate to force a switch to peat-free in the UK lost it the business of top UK grower Majestic Trees.
Apples are among the most rewarding fruits to grow at home, says Miranda Kimberley.
Vegetable seed sales are still growing while flowers have seen a lift too, Sally Drury reports.
Identifying key factors in other industries can lead to success in your business, says Leslie Kossoff.
In-store and online, new media tools provide opportunities to improve the retail experience, says Leslie Kossoff.
In combination or individually the year-round sales potential of the two can be enhanced by staff knowledge and effective displays, says Graham Clarke.


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