Advertising can pay dividends but choosing the most effective strategy is key, says Neville Stein.
Last October, Robin Wallis set up Hortus Loci with Mark Straver at Whitewater Nurseries in Hook, Hampshire, to grow 400,000 perennials, roses and fruit trees a year and supply gardeners and landscape architects. Between them, they have sourced and grown on the plants for 36 RHS Chelsea Flower Show gardens...
With the rain keeping garden centre customers away, how are their nursery suppliers faring? Can this season's sales be rescued? Graham Clarke reports.
The buoyant production horticulture and retail sectors offer a wealth of opportunities for keen individuals, Graham Clarke explains.
This group offers gardeners a wide choice of deciduous and evergreen shrubs, says Miranda Kimberley.
These plants fit the bill for gardeners seeking drought-tolerant species, says Miranda Kimberley.
The biting mouthparts of this large group of pests mean that all parts of the plant are at risk of attack.
Plant buyers looking to see what overseas nurseries have to offer will find plenty on show at this year's Four Oaks Trade Show, Jack Shamash reports.
With drought leading to hosepipe bans, bedding plant suppliers are striving to maintain customer confidence, Hannah Jordan reports.
Latest products aim to help nurseries operating under challenging market conditions, says Sally Drury.
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