Running a successful green-industry business means balancing customer service, operational efficiency, and seasonal challenges. On our blog, we share proven strategies, industry trends, and expert advice, so you can make informed decisions that help your business grow, just like your garden.
August 12, 2025
Synopsis: Fresh data from independent garden centers shows that loyalty programs are quietly transforming retail...
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There are many independent garden centers that currently do not use technology tools to manage...
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1. Use an integrated email marketing tool to improve customer communication. Many people think of products...
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One of the pain points for customers at any retail establishment is waiting in line....
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Part 5: Managing Billing and Payments In the final post of this blog series, we...
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Part 4: Landscape Project Reconciliation In the first three parts of this series, we talked...
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Part 3: Scheduling and Managing Delivery and Landscaping Services In parts 1 and 2 we...
Read MoreWith 10 years of experience in business management, sales, and marketing, Bliselle Martin is known for her ability to build strong teams, streamline operations, and foster customer relationships that last. Her practical insights into business structures and resources make her a trusted voice for garden centers looking to grow with confidence.
Rebecca Wright brings over a decade of experience at the intersection of marketing, PR, and the green industry. As both a published writer and hands-on grower with an urban flower farm and apiary in North Carolina, she combines industry expertise with storytelling that resonates with garden center owners and nursery professionals.
A people-first leader with executive experience across SaaS, hospitality, and digital marketing, Braden Klingaman now advises mission-driven small businesses through Kouncil Co. His focus on operational alignment, leadership development, and scalable growth gives garden center owners actionable strategies to improve profitability and performance. Based in Alpine, CA, he brings both professional insight and a grounded perspective as a husband and father of four.