Cover Story

Capitalizing On Cuttings

Hatchett Creek Farms has found a formula for profitability and longevity.

Hatchett Creek Farms Slideshow

Here's a peek inside one of Florida's most prolific producers of vegetative cuttings.

Features

Partners In Profits

Creating and maintaining strategic alliances can help give your bottom line the boost it needs.

Containers

Ornamental Outlook shines the spotlight on new container products.

Hitting Paydirt

Growers can go greener with composts -- but understand what you're getting.

CEU Series: Make Sure Of Daily Safety

The material safety data sheet (MSDS) is your complete guide to chemical information.

Succulent Standouts

More than desert dwellers, these plants are right at home in the Florida landscape.

Ornamental Of The Month: Century Plant

Take a close look at Agave americana.

Nice Spread

A multitude of mulching options keeps landscapers covered.

Online Only: Roots Of Change -- For The Better

Good tree health starts from the ground up.

Online Only: Bed Spread Basics

There are some good rules of thumb for mulching all landscapers should follow.

Columns

First Word By Paul Rusnak

The More Things Change ...

Over the years, the things and personalities that have remained the same -- especially in the Florida nursery and landscape industry -- have endured for a reason.

Landscape Lessons By Gale Allbritton

Growth Media 101

The next time you purchase plants, look beyond the obvious to the growing media.

Talking Dirt By Alan Shapiro

Don't Pass On Sales Networking Opportunities

When the economy slows, plant sales drop, and inventory starts piling up, don't freak out.

General Viewpoints By John Conroy

Set Communication Standards High

Encourage clients to read and understand the industry yardstick for measuring the worth of our plants and trees.