CONTENTS NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2023 | VOLUME 23 | NUMBER 10 14 Trending in '24 18 Winners' Circle On the Cover: Fall was in the air at the IGCs included in the Garden Center Group Fall Event tour. Turn to page 22 for photos from the event. DEPARTMENTS 22 Cincinnati Sights FEATURES GREEN GOODS Trending in '24 6 home gardening trends to have on your radar for next season. By Teresa McPherson Winners' Circle Industry associations have recognized these 14 varieties for their triumphant performances in nationwide trials. By Abby McGarry FROM THE ROAD Cincinnati Sights Fall was in the air - and on display - at the five IGCs included in the Garden Center Group Fall Event tour. By Teresa McPherson 22 14 28 Crafting an 18 Outdoor Oasis Finding Inspiration in Milwaukee The Garden Center Show tour made five stops to IGCs in southeastern Wisconsin, each providing inspiration and ideas to attendees. By Teresa McPherson OUTDOOR LIVING Crafting an Outdoor Oasis Americans want more stylish outdoor living spaces with both big-ticket pieces and economical accents. By Abby McGarry 6 | LAWN & GARDEN RETAILER | NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2023 28 v In This Issue: Digital Marketing Merchandising Inspiration Engaging With New Customers SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2023 | LGRMAG.COM Missed our Sept/Oct Issue? It's now available to view on lgrmag.com 32 04 Editor's Letter 08 Headlines/Calendar 12 Editors' Picks 38 Pohmer On ... What will give you the most juice for the squeeze? By Stan Pohmer 48 Ad Index 50 5 Minutes with ... Ashley Molion By Teresa McPherson 2023 Visual Purchasing Guidehttp://www.LGRMAG.COM http://www.lgrmag.com