New England GROWS Offers Exceptional Education
At the New England GROWS conference and trade show, November 30 – December 2, 2016 in Boston, horticulture professionals will find inspiration, sharpen their skills and learn new techniques from top experts in their fields. Many thanks to Ed Bemis, Bemis Farm Nursery in Spencer, MA and Mark Hixson, Monvrovia Growers in Granby, CT who represented NENA on the New England GROWS education advisory committee this year.
Nationally respected authors and industry-leading experts such as Tracy DiSabato-Aust, Roger Cook, Claudia West, Larry Weaner, and Keith LeBlanc, FASLA will share their secrets for creating beautiful, sustainable landscapes. Other seminars will address the latest developments in horticulture, soil science, and new plants. Topics include:
Native Wildflower Meadows
Planting for Success
Using Natural Stone Construction
in the Landscape
High Impact, Low-Care Plants
Designing with Color, Texture & Form
Creating Stunning Plant Communities
that Stand the Test of Time
Perspectives on Soil Design:
Opportunities and Challenges
Inspired Residential Gardens
Business management and marketing gurus like Jason Cupp, Ellen Ely, Phill Sexton, Susan McCoy and Katie McCoy Dubow will offer brand-building advice in sessions that include:
How to Hire and Keep Good People
Understanding & Developing
Your Latino Workforce
Snow & Ice Management:
Your Rx for Sustainable Operations
Consumer Trends to Watch in 2017
Optimize Your Sales Strategies
Fast-paced, 15-minute Sprint Sessions on the show floor are led by top Extension experts and address a range of practical topics, including:
Recognizing Invasive Plants in the Landscape
Planting for Pollinators
Backpack Sprayer Calibration
Timing for Turf Establishment
Defoliating Caterpillars
Special safety training will be offered in the new Safety Arena on the GROWS show floor. Experts will share important skills for nursery and landscape professionals in the field, including:
Chainsaw Safety
Health & Wellness for Industrial Athletes
Best Practices for Snow &
Ice Management Safety
Using Electric Lawn Care Equipment