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CONNECTSPACE - NEWS

A curation of industry insights, events, and education from partners, associations, and experts— empowering employees, managers, and owners alike with ideas that rise and thrive."

Plants 

Upcoming Events / Workshops

  • TPIE - January 21 - 23, 2026
    TPIE - January 21 - 23, 2026
    Jan 21, 2026, 9:00 AM – Jan 23, 2026, 1:00 PM
    Fort Lauderdale, 1950 Eisenhower Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, USA
    TPIE is the trade event showcasing the latest trends in foliage, floral and tropicals!
  • Cultivate 2026
    Cultivate 2026
    Sat, Jul 11
    Jul 11, 2026, 7:00 AM – Jul 14, 2026, 11:00 AM
    Columbus, 400 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA
    AmericanHort, the leading national association for the green industry, will host Cultivate’26—the premier event for the entire green industry—at the Greater Columbus Convention Center July 11-14, 2026.
  • Garden Center Conference & Expo 2026
    Garden Center Conference & Expo 2026
    Aug 18, 2026, 7:00 AM – Aug 20, 2026, 11:00 AM
    Nashville, 2100 West End Ave, Nashville, TN 37203, USA
    The three-day experience will kick off with an immersive garden center tour followed by two days of education sessions and roundtable discussions designed specifically for independent garden center executives as well as department heads and team leaders.

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New Supplier!

Welcome Melrose to our E-Commerce Connect Drop-shipping Program of over 60+ garden centers!

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Industry Thought Leaders

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Katie Dubow

Industry Trends

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Paige Franks

People Trends

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John Kennedy

Culture Trends

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Rachel Reynolds

Merchandising Trends

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Souny Kennedy

Data Driven Trends

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We’re on the hunt for the perfect plant personality match! Here’s how it works:

  • Pick Your Plant – Wander the garden center and find the plant that matches your vibe, mood, or personality. (Are you bold and tropical? Calm and low-maintenance? A little spiky but lovable?)

  • Snap a Photo – Take a picture of yourself with your plant. Get creative — pose, stage a little scene, or keep it simple.

  • Tell Us Why – Write a short caption or story explaining why you chose that plant. Make it fun and heartfelt!

  • Submit Your Entry – Send your photo + caption to via the form by September 30th, 2025!

 

Surprise Gift for Best Plant Match Story!

 

Sample:

With a peace lily: “I look fine most days… until I really need a drink.”

Next to a snake plant: “I can survive anything. Even Mondays.”

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