Monthly Archives for November 2008
Let the “big boys” fret about generation x and y
I think all the angst that we see concerning how to attract generation x and y, and other non-gardeners to the garden is best left with the larger concerns. The larger nurseries and chain stores need the growth that was … Continue reading
The Day Before Black Friday
I write this on Thanksgiving, a day before the awful named, Black Friday. Why do we put so much energy towards this day? It’s as if we are not doing our part for the economy if we don’t shop. So … Continue reading
Thanks
My e-mail is down, and if you didn’t notice the blog is very slow today. The server is going bonkers. Oh well, it’s time to turn off the computer and get ready for work. We will be closed tomorrow, but … Continue reading
The Glut of 2008 (2009)?
My last post received a comment from JB, who tells what is going on with the wholesale nursery industry in Oregon. He say’s, “The nursery business has been easy for the past 8-10 years. The demand for Northwest grown nursery … Continue reading
Fighting commoditization. Who is your customer?
Here are some interesting comments from Sid Raisch, president of Horticultural Advantage. He list’s six defining encounters during these defining times. The one that stood out for me is number 4, “Encounter suppliers”. Sid say’s, “On some level we are … Continue reading
Time to simplify
I got an invitation to join another professional forum today. They are great people. I want to be a part of this exciting group, yet I don’t think I am going to join. Well maybe I should join, but just … Continue reading
Gardening without shopping?
Amy at Garden Rant has put up a poll called, “Gardening without Shopping”. She say’s, “I miss it, buying stuff. New stuff inspires me to do cool things in the garden. But even a truckload of mulch is a luxury … Continue reading
Later is here!
We have been working our tales off the last few weeks. Getting Monica’s Day Care up and running involves installing another bathroom in the building, fencing, playground, etc. Meanwhile we decided to move our event tent so that it fits … Continue reading
Change!
Are your celebrating, or licking your wounds this morning? The election of our new president certainly proves the point that change is here. Change is neither good or bad. It’s just change. As a business owner we look for some … Continue reading
It’s about community
I like this post from Tom Peters blog. Its about the election and community spirit. It’s not about a particular party or candidate, but rather a call to arms for more community involvement. One thing we have learned during this … Continue reading
