Lawn & Garden Feature Archives - Cutting Edge Products

Loyal Customers are in Full Bloom at Independent Garden Centers

Posted by Wanda Lenoir
On August 26, 2025
Cutting Edge Products Magazine, Wanda Lenoir

The power of plants can be magical, and their ability to create community among people who are passionate about growing and nurturing them is beautiful to behold. Avid gardeners who shop at garden centers seldom feel rushed to buy. They want to look, feel, and smell everything the center offers. Once they arrive, shoppers are more excited about the product selection than the cost of goods

Dig Into Pet-Friendly Gardening

Posted by Wanda Lenoir
On May 1, 2025
Cutting Edge Products Magazine, Lawn & Garden

Understanding how to grow a pet-friendly garden without compromising on beauty and the desire to have a weed-free space is essential. Allowing furry friends to romp in the yard freely without worrying about their well-being is possible.

Smart Gardening … A New Era

Posted by Wanda Lenoir
On October 28, 2024
Cutting Edge Products Magazine, Lawn & Garden

Digital technology is revolutionizing the gardening experience by introducing equipment and gadgets that automate processes, deliver critical information, and conserve energy.

Getting Back to the Simple Life with Sustainable Landscapes

Posted by Wanda Lenoir
On June 15, 2024
Cutting Edge Products Magazine, Lawn & Garden

Sustainable landscaping is more than a trend that will eventually fade away. Younger homeowners and people committed to being environmentally friendly have made going green a lifestyle that dictates their buying decisions.

5 Trends You Don’t Want to Miss This Spring

Posted by Contributor
On January 25, 2024

Lawn and Garden Do it Best Merchandise Manager Sarah Krey presents five trends you need to know about this spring

Selecting the Right Plants is Serious Business for Gardeners

Posted by Wanda Lenoir
On August 21, 2023
Cutting Edge Products Magazine, Lawn & Garden, Selecting the Right Plants

Retailers always need to find out what types of questions customers will ask. It's best to be prepared, especially when selling plants. While most gardeners know the differences between annuals that die after one season or perennials that regrow year after year, they want to become more familiar with identifying plant categories by species. There are critical distinctions between native plants, cultivars, and nativars. Understanding these differences enables avid gardeners with a specific purpose to succeed.

Therapeutic Gardens

Posted by Wanda Lenoir
On January 20, 2023
Cutting Edge Products Magazine, Lawn and Garden, Therapeutic Gardens, Wanda Lenoir

Spending time in a garden can be therapeutic for most people, especially those with mental, physical, or emotional challenges. Depending on the disability, connecting with nature can promote social interactions, improve fine motor skills, improve concentration, or instill a sense of independence.

Plant Parents Bring Nature Indoors

Posted by Wanda Lenoir
On September 19, 2022

Growing plants or herbs indoors is one of the most common hobbies in the U.S. Even folks without a green thumb manage to pick up a few houseplants. In Fact, 66 percent of Americans own at least one plant. Many “plant parents” live in apartments or condos and optimize

Younger Generations Go Green with Sustainable Gardening

Posted by Wanda Lenoir
On May 12, 2022
Cutting Edge Products Magazine

Every generation has a cause that stirs up emotions. Younger generations are quite vocal in expressing concerns about the future of the planet. By practicing sustainable gardening, Gen. Z and Millennials believe they are putting in the work required to “growing a greener future.” The concept of

Cultivating Millennials : The Key to Future Growth for Garden Centers & Nurseries

Posted by Wanda Lenoir
On January 28, 2022

Garden Centers and nurseries had their share of ups and downs in the past five years due to external factors in the marketplace.

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