Houseplant Popularity Here to Stay
I started Planty Good Vibes in February with the intention of moving forward from a lifestyle of mundane obligation to a lifestyle of passion,...
Getting the Right Plants for Landscaping Clients
At least three and up to seven people are involved in each professional landscaping project. Depending on the size of the companies involved, a...
The True Value of a Tree
A common question from customers, both retail and landscape contractors, is “Why are trees so expensive?” On the surface, it is a difficult question...
Protecting Colorado from the Invasive Japanese Beetle
By Dr. Rich Guggenheim, Plant Health Certification Program Manager, CO Dept. of Agriculture, Division of Plant Industry
Dr. Rich Guggenheim, Plant Health Certification Program Manager...
Denver Pursues Environmental Benefits with Green Buildings Law
Denver’s Green Buildings Ordinance offers benefits not only to building owners who can save on energy expenses, but also to contractors engaged in energy...
Meet New Board Member Courtenay Koontz
Courtenay Koontz is general manager at Trees of Corrales (TOC) in Corrales, New Mexico. His parents founded the nursery in 1976 and grew field...
Ball Seed: Breeding & Distributing Plants with Superior Performance
How long ago did Ball get started?
The company was founded in 1905 by George Jacob Ball. George grew up with a love for plants...
Branches of the Past: Stories from the CNGA Community
Welcome to Branches of the Past, an ongoing collection of short stories that highlight the history, camaraderie and memorable moments in CNGA history, as...
Know Your Business and Make Sensible Capital Expenditures
I, like many in horticulture, came from the science side with a passion for biology, plant science, and gardening. Traditionally, horticulture is the art...
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Members Survey Provides Valuable Input for CNGA Board Planning
CNGA members recently completed a 20-question survey to provide feedback on a variety of association programs and activities. This information is being used by...
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How to Attract Customers of Diverse Cultural Backgrounds
While most if not all plant businesses welcome customers from all cultures and walks of life, our businesses have not typically made efforts to...
Brown’s Greenhouse: Expanding to Meet Demand for High-Quality Selections
What’s the history of Brown’s Greenhouse?
The original owner was Don
Brown, who started the business in 1984. I had been in the construction
business as a...
CNGA Represented at Colorado State FFA Convention in Pueblo
On June 7-8, I had the honor of attending the Colorado State FFA convention in Pueblo. Along with Glenda Mostek, CNGA Executive Director and...
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