The Sprucery Garden Center4647 N Hwy 83Franktown, CO 80116(720) 583-8119https://thesprucery.com
Interview with Greg Zabikow, CEO
What attracted you to the position at The Sprucery?
I was attracted to The Sprucery because of the staff, products offered, location, and residential growth in the area. I’ve been at The Sprucery for a year, though the company has been in business for 15 years. During...
As we wrap up another season, we take time to assess where we are and where we want to go. Every year is different and this one had its share of challenges with heavier than normal rain and warm weather into the fall. Economic challenges continue to bring headwinds for some sectors of our industry with interest rates at...
2023 has been an interesting season to navigate in the Green Industry—be it weather, economy, or general uncertainty of the future. The good news is there are things in our control if action is taken now!
The Colorado Horticulture Research and Education Foundation (CHREF) plays an integral role in encouraging and rewarding top-performing students at Colorado State University (CSU) and...
On Aug. 8, 2023, over 250 Industry and Master Gardeners gathered at the Colorado State University (CSU) Annual Trial Gardens to judge close to 1200 entries. Results were totaled Sept. 8, 2023, by members of the CSU Annual Trial Garden Advisory Committee to make the final selection of the ‘Best Of’s’ for the 2023 season based on the top...
I, like many in horticulture, came from the science side with a passion for biology, plant science, and gardening. Traditionally, horticulture is the art and science of growing fruits, vegetable, flowers or ornamental plants. Colorado State University’s horticulture degree description of horticulture has a more modern take—applied scientific principles in the growing, marketing, processing and utilization of fruits, vegetables,...
With our increasing erratic weather, wildlife damage and staying on top of cultural practices, it is more difficult than ever to prepare and protect our nursery stock from winter loss. Following are strategies that will help decrease winter losses.
Order poly or winter cover fabric in May or June to take advantage of early order discounts and to order custom...
We are often asked at Alameda Wholesale Nursery, “What do you all do in the wintertime?” and people are often quite surprised at how much work needs to be accomplished during these “slower” winter months. Not only do many of these tasks keep our employees busy and engaged in the nursery operations, but it is also crucial to a...
In a world of consumer options, it’s critical for your business’s brand to stand out. What’s even better is making your brand impactful. I know this firsthand from my time with Paonia Soil Co.
The town of Paonia, which lies in the heart of the North Fork Valley in the headwaters of the Colorado River, is also home to the...
“There are actually people in Congress who have common sense and want to get things done!” This is a revelation for many, because the news is focused on those that are obstructing progress, rather than trying to improve things. But CNGA’s delegation saw some good examples of Members of Congress working together in our nation’s capital.
CNGA recently participated in...
The Farm Bill is a comprehensive package of legislation that is passed roughly every five years and contains both agriculture and nutrition programs. Funding for nutrition programs comprises roughly 80% of the bill, so it could more accurately be called a “Food and Farm Bill.” There are a multitude of programs in the Bill, covering everything from crop insurance...
