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July 23, 2013 Spring Ledge Farm New London, NH
July 25, 2013
Tower Hill Botanic Gardens
Boylston, MA
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August 11, 2013
Farmer's Daughter
South Kingston, RI
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August 20, 2013
UVM-Davis Center
Burlington, VT
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October 23-25, 2013
Louisville, KY
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February 5-7, 2014
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NENA
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President
Peter House
East Haven Landscape Products
East Haven, CT
(203) 467-6260
Vice President & Treasurer
Ed Bemis
Bemis Farms Nursery
Spencer, MA
(508) 885-4247
Directors Carol MacLeodEvergreen Gardens of Vermont Waterbury Center, VT (802) 244-8523 Joe Majeika Westcott Perennials Ashaway, RI (401) 377-8130
Pierson Nurseries
Biddeford, ME
(207) 499-2994
Past President/
Advisor Robin Struck
D.R. Struck
Landscape Nursery
Winthrop, ME
(207) 395-4112
Executive Director
M. Virginia Wood, CMP
Newsletter Editor
Kristen Dreyer
New England Nursery Association, Inc.
8 Pleasant Street South,
Building D
Natick, MA 01760
(508) 653-3112
FAX: (508) 653-4112
info@NewEngland
NurseryAssociation.org
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A POSITIVE TIME OF TRANSFORMATION
Well, I hope all of you are as busy as we've been here in Connecticut! The season got off to a late start, but seems to be making up for it in intensity. Knowing how busy all of you are, leads me to get straight to the point: NENA is moving forward with our new long-term model. We continue to put together pieces that lead to a sustainable future for the association.
Over the past two months, your board of directors has taken on various strategic planning activities to further expand on our three-prong mission:
- To invest in strengthening the green industry in New England
- To continue to be a strong founding partner of New England Grows
- To reinforce NENA's relationship with the state associations
In order to accomplish this mission, we've embraced a "return to basics" strategy - doing fewer things and doing them better than ever before. This will allow NENA to run more efficiently, keep our income stream healthy, and allow us to invest the maximum amount back in our local industry.
For starters, I'm happy to report that we've re-calibrated our relationship with Virginia Wood, Kristen Dreyer and their accomplished colleagues at M.V. Wood Co., Inc. Thankfully, they will continue to provide management services for NENA at a significantly reduced fee including a fair bit of pro bono work. The NENA board is grateful to Virginia and her team for their professionalism, vision, and commitment.
Secondly, we are deep in discussions with the Horticultural Research Institute (HRI) about the creation of a "Purpose Restricted Fund." This proposed fund would allow NENA more flexibility and oversight when it comes to how our grant monies are distributed. The ultimate objective is to direct as much funding back to the local industry as possible through support of programs and initiatives that directly benefit NENA members and our region. This is a new idea for HRI and we've piqued their interest. We are confident we can establish this new fund and, potentially, set a great example for others to follow!
We value our partnerships and clearly see the need to collaborate. A shining example of that is our relationship with New England Grows. We're energized by the exciting plans in store for 2014 and will continue to find unique ways for NENA to participate and add value!
I'll close with great news from the membership front: as of this writing, we've exceeded our membership projections by 3%! A lot has been accomplished since our annual meeting in February. I want to thank each of you who took time to meet with us face-to-face, participate in our survey, and challenge us to think differently. It is my honor to serve and represent your interests.
Keep that feedback coming!
Peter House
President
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NENA Award Presented at Boston Flower Show
 NENA's judges at the flower show take a moment to enjoy the peacefulness of the NENA award-winning exhibit. From left to right: Dave Taddei, Mountainview Landscaping, Hamden, CT; Ed Bemis, Bemis Farm Nursery, Spencer, MA; and Peter House, East Haven Landscape Products, East Haven, CT. March 13-17, 2013 -- Every year, NENA presents an award at the Boston Flower & Garden Show, held at the Seaport in Boston, MA. The award is presented to the exhibit that best utilizes a range of New England native plants, and their cultivars, in a visually appealing and environmentally sensible setting. This year's winner was Jameson Landscape & Irrigation in Mansfield, MA. The company explained their design concept in this manner: "The feeling, sounds and brilliance of this water feature provide individuals an opportunity to interact with it up close. The small circle patio accentuates specimen clump birch, evergreens and flowering clusters of native New England plant material. The spring bulbs further add color and the different textures provide interest throughout the year. This exhibit is an example of how while things continually evolve around us, the simplicity of a beautiful outdoor living area to enjoy, never changes." Bravo! |
Industry News from Around New England & Beyond
APHIS Imposes New Permit Requirements -- Plant importers should familiarize themselves with the new regulations, which went into effect June 3. Click here to learn more.
Boxwood Blight Webinar Available Online - There is no charge for this webinar, made available by ANLA. Learn more.
BloomaPalooza Event Cancelled - GIE Media, Inc., C.Raker & Sons and Hort Couture announce that the event scheduled for August 1-3 has been cancelled due to low pre-registration numbers. Attendees, exhibitors and sponsors will be refunded within the next 30 days. For more information, click here.
How to Handle Customers Who Don't Pay - This article from Nursery Management officers tips on the best way to approach delinquent accounts.
Understanding Young Customers -- Here's another interesting article, this one from Today's Garden Center! 5 Surprising Things you Need to Know About Young Consumers. |
 New England Grows!
February 5-7,2014
Plans are well underway for New England Grows 2014! Booth sales are up compared to this time last year and many longtime exhibitors are expanding their space for 2014.
Our thanks to NENA members Ed Bemis and Carol MacLeod for representing NENA on the New England Grows education committee. Some of the speakers lined up for 2014 so far, include: William Cullina (New England Landscape Dynamics: A Long View); Michael Katz (Email Marketing that Works); Rick Bartel (Naturalistic Water Feature Designs); Christina Salwitz (Aesthetic Edibles); Ethan Roland (Permaculture 101), and many more! We are excited about plans for the Garden Center Success program as well, and we're working on a solidifying a partnership with a major Garden Center trade magazine. Stay tuned for more details!
New England Grows has great new ideas to add extra excitement (and some more fun) to your New England Grows experience. Think live music and socializing on the tradeshow floor...lunchtime idea exchanges ....relaxation stations and smoothies....and more surprises! Mark your calendar now for FEBRUARY 5-7, 2014.
For details regarding New England Grows, visit NewEnglandGrows.org or call (508) 653-3009. There are a limited number of exhibit booths still available. For more information, please contact Lori Kane.
New England Grows is an educational partnership between New England Nursery Association, Massachusetts Arborists Association, Massachusetts Association of Landscape Professionals, and Massachusetts Nursery & Landscape Association. It's network includes more than 40 allied green industry organizations.
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2013 Cary Awards
Plants Recommended for New England
Veitch Fir (Abies veitchii)
The Veitch Fir is a decidedly rugged and very handsome fir for modern gardens. Hardy to Zone 3, it grows slowly into a pyramidal form reaching 35-40 feet in as many years.
In its native range in central and southern Japan, it can attain heights of up to 75 feet, with a spread of 30-35 feet with age. In the Lawn Garden at Tower Hill Botanic Garden, it has reached about 25 feet tall in 22 years.
Golden Threadleaf Falsecypress
( Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Filifera' Golden Cultivars)
The many golden cultivars of the Threadleaf Falsecypress indicate its popularity in the landscape. The species is a very hardy evergreen, hailing from Japan and introduced into cultivation in this country in 1861. The threadleaf forms have mop-like drooping branchlets that add an unusual texture in the garden.
To see photos, and for more information about the award-winning plants, click here. The Cary Award is a program to promote outstanding plants for New England gardens. Named in honor of Shrewsbury plantsman Ed Cary, it highlights home landscape plants that have proven their performance in New England. Any person may nominate a plant they think is worthy of receiving this award. The Cary Award is a collaborative effort of the New England Nursery Association, the Worcester County Horticultural Society, the Massachusetts Horticultural Society, the Massachusetts Nursery and Landscape Association, and numerous other organizations across New England.
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Update Your E-Mail ... 
As you know, NENA uses electronic communication and in order to keep you up-to-date, we need to have your most current e-mail information. So, please make sure you keep us apprised of your e-mail address. You will also want to adjust your spam filter to allow incoming mail from info@NewEnglandNurseryAssociation.org. |
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