Garden Centre Retail – April 2015 issue

Garden Centre Retail ? April 2015 issue

News centre:?A roundup of the latest news in the industry

Association news:?The HTA announces?its Catering Conference; two new modules for the GCA’s e-learning initiative Garden Retail Online Workshops.

How to sell to generation rent:?Liz Dobbs on how to persuade renters to invest in their outdoor space

Plastic fantastic:?Jane Perrone discusses how to get the most from fake plants

All grown up:?Doug Stewart suggests 10 ways to boost sales and add inspiration to the heart of any garden centre

Concessions: Wyevale Garden Centres Head of Concession Sales Emma Conroy discusses ways to expand the garden centre’s core offer

Staff incentives: Dr Nicola Davies takes a look at the power of incentives to motivate your workforce

Let?s hear it from:?Wyevale Garden Centres CEO Kevin Bradshaw discusses current and future plans

A focus on catering: Gabrielle Guile talks about using innovative design to increase customer interest in garden centre resturants

Plant focus:?Lucy Summers explores the best ways to appeal to customers looking for green goods

Product news: Suppliers update us on all the latest happenings

How to sell: Geoff Hodge looks at lawn care

Lawn care: Products to keep lawns looking lush

Displays, signage & shop fittings:?A roundup of ideas to make the most of selling space

Watering products:?Helping customers make a splash in the garden

Latest products:?All the leading products for the garden centre industry

Trading with: Garden Centre Retail speaks to Andrew Mather at Clover Peat Products

Staff room:?We shine a light on six industry personalities

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