Lawn & garden: sowing the seeds of profit
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Hardware and home center stores are expanding their presence in the garden and lawn market by offering items such as pest control products and hand tools. Lawn and garden product manufacturers need to carry substantial inventories, and make accurate product promotions. Retailers can increase their profits in lawn and garden niche market by offering innovative lawn and garden products, right product mixes, and supplementary lines in addition to national brands.
Publication Name: Home Improvement Market
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0162-5896
Year: 1996
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Bulb bring spring & summer to life
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Garden supply centers and home improvement retailers are offering a wide assortment of flower bulbs of both spring and summer-flowering varieties to homeowner gardeners. Retailers are also offering add-on items such as bulb food, forcing jars and bulb planters. Core bulb consumers include garden decorators who are knowledgeable with outdoor landscaping and garden hobbyists.
Publication Name: Home Improvement Market
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0162-5896
Year: 1997
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Plan on ponds to boost sales
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Lawn and garden supplies retailers can profit from the fast-growing garden pond category. Stores should stock basic pond equipment, which includes liners and pumps, and related supplies, including digging equipment, padding materials, plant life, and enhancers such as lights, fountains, and waterfalls. Tips on selling garden pond supplies are included.
Publication Name: Home Improvement Market
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0162-5896
Year: 1996
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