Propagating unrooted cuttings is a combination of both science and art. If you've ever wondered if it's something you should try, continue reading... The answer all depends on how comfortable you feel with attempting the process. To help you make that decision, here is a guide on how to propagate soft annuals.... Read More
It seems like every time you take a value position, it will cost you money. And let me say, it is okay to spend money on your value propositions.... Read More
The business model that had worked so well for decades could not remain the same. The plant grew and flourished. The foliage was thick, but the roots were still constricted. According to co-owner Mick, "In order to serve our customers we desperately needed to transition from a single decision maker to a decentralized leadership model. Not only for our physical, spiritual and emotional health but for the quality of the product that our customers need to succeed."... Read More
One of the most useful aspects of having a quick-turn plant is that it puts product on your shelves. The simple truth is, you can't sell it if you don't have it. Putting a nice 2-inch pot with a cactus or succulent near the cash register is likely to produce some easy sales. Keeping the product small and your cost low means you can lower the price, the customer is happy, and you keep a healthy margin. We all know that you aren't going to get rich selling 2-inch pots for a few bucks at a time, but it all adds up over time.... Read More
We're waging war against pests, viruses and disease. It's a daily fight at our greenhouse, and it takes intentionality on every level, from the grower who monitors stock and plans for its care, to the research director who experiments with new ways to propagate clean stock, to the daily hands who take cuttings with sanitized blades.... Read More
Social media has the power to consume or create your resources. It is not a quick and easy job. It is a long, time-consuming, 365-day-a-year task. It takes a lot of thought and detailed planning, but the results are totally worth it. So how do you effectively utilize social media? Here are six ways:... Read More
