Maria Zampini

Maria Zampini is president of Lake County New Plants; (440) 812-3249;
maria.zampini@yahoo.com; www.lakecountynursery.com.

Zig when they zag

Blue Heron Farm does not shy away from the unusual, the old-fashioned, or the unfamiliar.

Lessons from the big boxes

Anthony Hoke applies what he learned in retail to his wholesale liner production nursery.

Homeward bound

A well-established and highly successful career with big-box sales compelled one nurseryman to return home to his family and his young plant business. Find out what he learned along the way.

On the rebound

Product shortages continue thanks to conservative planting schedules and increased demand.

On the rebound

Product shortages continue thanks to conservative planting schedules and increased demand.

My two cents

By working on these goals together, we have a better chance for a brighter future.

Inspire, don’t discourage

There’s no room for ego, so choose your words carefully when dealing with consumers.

Small package, big impact

Little Prince of Oregon backs its diminutive plants with a hefty marketing message.

Conservation is key

Drought or not, we need to be good stewards of our water.

Tip Jar: The year of differentiation

With a new year and a new economy, what are you doing to stand out and boost sales?