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Poster Special - Buy both Poster Sets (Insect & Disease and Herbicides) for a special price of $50.00 (11" by 17") or $70.00 (18" by 24"). Shipping & Tax (if applicable) not included in price. Offer good through February 28, 2010.

GGSPro Presentation Library – With 15+ presentations in our library and 6 added annually, this is a great resource for growers. In the first three months of 2010 we will be adding three new presen-tations: 1. Profitability Part 2 – Shrinkage the Silent Assassin, 2. Integrated Bio Controls Part 1, 3. Integrated Bio Controls Part 2. This is a great time to sign up for 1 year of access to the Library for just $125.00.

Visit our website for other special packages and previews of some of our presentations.

New in 2010 from GGSProPresentation Library 15 technical grower related presentations. 4-6 new presentations added annualy.

DVD’s We offer a series of instructional DVD’s in an array of areas.

Poster Sets Insect, disease and herbicide quick reference posters with pesticide recommendations, mode of action, mixing rates and conversion tables to solve your insect and disease problems. Posters available in 11”x17” and 18”x24”.

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Do Plastic Pots Deserve Such a Bad Wrap?By Peter Konjoian

Grower to Grower

Growers who remember when clay pots were the primary container category in the greenhouse will tell you that when plastic pots became avail-able work got a whole lot easier and their backs received a well deserved reprieve. Decades later, it’s the plastic pot that has come under fire as concerns over sustainable practices have brought a new generation of eco-friendly container materials to the market place.

On the surface, the argument against plastic is compelling. It’s a petroleum based product, it’s not biodegradable in the landscape, and its cost is tied to the global oil market resulting in volatile prices. However, when the argument is widened to include less obvious factors the discussion becomes quite a bit more intriguing, and for some, less compelling.

Will recycling work? As a result of both the dependence on world petroleum and pressure from environmental concerns, recycling efforts for plastic pots, packs, plug trays, and other containers have been evolving. Development of the necessary chain of handling system is getting better. Terry Robinson of the Myers Garden Group (formally Dillen Plastics) described to me a pilot program Myers and Griffin are collaborating on to facilitate the reverse movement of used plastic containers from consumer to manufacturer. Many believe that the players in the chain from manufacturer to distributor to grower to retailer to consumer are willing to participate in recycling but are awaiting a convenient and efficient infrastructure to handle the flow of material. Terry described two models that have developed among container manufacturers. One is called cradle-to-grave, the other cradle-to-cradle. Cradle-to-grave describes a one directional flow of a container, regardless of its construction material. It is the traditional model where the crop is grown in a particular container and sold to the consumer where its journey ends. This end is defined as either finding its way into the waste stream or biodegrading when planted in the landscape. The cradle-to-cradle concept describes the recycling model where the container is returned to the grower or retailer by the consumer and then sent to the manufacturer for recycling. Sometimes a third party is involved to prepare or process the material in some fashion. Other programs exist in the greenhouse that reverse the flow of material from grower to manufac-turer as well. Plastic film coming off greenhouses can be baled and recycled to remove it from the waste stream. Pesticide collection programs allow for careful removal of hazardous, outdated chemicals from the stream as well. Recycling programs require two stages. First is the commitment to recycle and second is the infrastructure to accommodate the program. The com-mitment stage can also be described as a measure of will; do the consum-ers of the product have the willingness to change old habits. The second stage, the infrastructure is the machine that must be built to allow the commitment to happen. Some suggest that the order is reversed, that the commitment cannot develop until the system is in place. In reality both stages evolve together, one supporting the other.

Other considerations Just because a container is said to be biodegradable doesn’t necessarily mean it is. We have been growing crops in fiber containers for many years knowing full well that they can be quite persistent in the landscape. The accompanying picture shows an old fiber pot that ended up in the woods behind my house several years ago. The fallen tree next to the broken con-tainer will probably decay and rot away before the fiber container. What some are not aware of is that tar, a petroleum derivative, is used as a binder in the pot for structural integrity. New generations of fiber pots are being manufactured without tar/asphalt to allow for bio-degradation.

As more choices ofbiodegradable materials enter the greenhouse, growers need to learn which products will break down under common conditions and which require elevated temperature and moisture condi-tions that may not be present as commonly as one might like. Another important point that should be considered is the length of the transportation path a container takes. If a container is manufactured in Asia it takes energy to transport it to our door. There’s a holistic con-sideration that needs to be factored into the discussion. As a nation we are taking this dimension into account more as the balance between imported vs domestically produced products is debated.

Environmental responsibilityLet’s be very clear on one point. I’m not trashing eco-friendly containers with these comments. Last June my garage roof began generating clean, renewable electricity for my home via photovoltaic solar panels. I can’t wait to install more panels to accommodate a plug in electric car soon. I’m trying hard to change my habits as a consumer and at the same time try-ing to translate these practices to how a greenhouse is operated. Reducing dependence on petroleum is high on the list; however, it doesn’t mean that plastic containers are an enemy that has to be rooted out of our lives. Instead, this brief discussion is intended to bring attention to the big picture when it comes to plastic vs degradable in the greenhouse container world. As growers continue to incorporate biodegradable containers into their programs to address consumer demand we also need to educate ourselves and our customers when it comes to recycling programs being developed to foster the cradle to cradle concept.

Please visit the Griffin website for a short video on Myers' program for recycling plastic containers.

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Every year at Griffin’s we develop programs specifically designed to help growers try new products by offering small novelty assortments and vari-ety samplers. Growers have an opportunity to try new genet-ics in small quantities that they can grow right alongside current market varieties to evaluate per-

formance and consumer appeal. Here’s just a few of what we have in store for 2010.

2010 New Variety SamplerThis 8 variety sampler box contains some of the most popular introductions at the California Pack Trials. It includes 5 seed varieties in a large 128 cell tray, and 3 vegetative varieties in a large 50 cell tray. Included are 2 new Happy Petunias from Cohen Nurseries and a new Dark Copper Astra Osteospermum from Florensis. In the seed varieties, Pan American stole the show with their new Petunia introductions. We have all 3 of the new Sophistica Series, new Shockwave Denim and the first star pattern in an Easy Wave Petunia named Burgundy Star. This economical collection of 775 plants has an intro price of $266.00 plus freight. Each variety is ideal for premium pots and baskets.

Variegated Geranium Sampler or Scented Geranium SamplerThis is a one box, large 50 cell tray samplers of 3 dif-ferent scented geraniums or 3 different variegated leaf geraniums. Each box makes 150 premium pots for under $100 per box (plus freight). Choose one or choose both to add these novelties to your spring lineup.

Spring 2010 Plant SamplersBy Nanette Marks

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Cover Photo: Cineraria Jester Blue Bicolor

1. Petunia Happy Boutique Red Shades, 2. Petunia Sophistica Lime Rose Bicolor, 3. Petunia Sophistica Blue Morn, 4. Petunia Sophistica Antique Shades, 5. Geranium Mrs. Pollack, 6. Canna Yellow 7. Canna Tropical Rose

2010 Product Catalog

Look for the 2010 Product Catalog in the mail

this January.

In it you will find a variety of new products to

help with your business in the upcoming year.

If your catalog has not arrived by

mid-January, please contact your sales

representative or our office.

Tropical Series Dwarf Canna SamplerThis award winning Canna makes a great potted plant and is now avail-able in 5 colors. These come in large 50 cell trays at 9 weeks old and grown lighted and arrive bud initiated. They finish in 35-60 days, are grown pot to pot, in 4.5 inch up to 2 gallon pots. Order as little as one color or try all 5 colors. You can save 10% when you order 6 trays. These ship in March and April.

Strawberry Jars & PlantsHere’s a chance to buy your strawberry containers and your plants to make instant planters for decks and patios. From small 4 holed jars to large 12 hole jars or Stack-A-Pots, match your strawberries with 100 count bare root plants for $0.22 (Junebearing) to $0.25 (Everbearing) per root. Fill a small Aztec Strawberry jar for $1.00 or less!

Retail Ready NoveltiesAvailable by the case, we offer an assortment of Retail Ready items that can go right next to the register for instant sales. As the assortment gets depleted, just order a fresh case. We have blooming orchids that come 24 to a case, Volcano Plants boxed 12, and assorted Carnivorous Plants boxed 18 to 25. These are available year round and make perfect indoor gardening gifts.

For more information, ask you Griffin Sales Representative for a color brochure on the programs you are interested in. Or, you can view them on line on our new website www.gpshort.com. To place orders, phone us at 1-800-732-3509.

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Technical Tips

Unique New Insecticide- Kontos By Rick Yates, Technical Services Manager

Kontos is a new broad spectrum Soluble Concentrate (SC) insecticide and miticide from OHP. There are a number of reasons why Kontos is a significant introduction for commercial greenhouses, nurseries and interiorscapes. Kontos is a true systemic meaning that it moves up and down in the vascular system of the plant making it effective as a spray or drench. It can also

be applied through low volume fogging equipment. Kontos is the only product that can be applied to the soil as a drench that will give control of spider mites. Spider mites are best controlled when the plants are young and actively growing and mite populations are low. In addition to spider mites, Kontos is labeled for aphids, mealybugs, whiteflies and other important pests. Look for a future label expansion in 2010 that will add thrips and scale insects. Recent data looks very promising for using Kontos to control Western Flower Thrips, especially from a drench treatment. That is very welcome news! Many fruiting and leafy vegetable crops can be treated while they are in the transplant stage. Given the recent surge in the popularity of vegetable transplants Kontos came along at an opportune time.

Kontos controls many of the same pests as the very popular neonicotinoid insecticides. That group includes: Flagship, Marathon, Safari and TriStar which share MOA 4A. These prod-ucts are popular due to their efficacy and broad spectrum of activ-ity. The risk is that our industry uses these products so intensively that resistance is a real concern. In fact there is evidence that this has already begun to take place. Kontos utilizes a different mode of action, MOA 23, making it an ideal product to rotate with the neonicitinoids. In fact only Judo which controls mites and whiteflies as a foliar spray shares the same mode of action. The Kontos label does carry a few significant phytotoxicity warnings.

It is always recommended that any new pesticide be trialed on a small scale under your conditions before applying to large numbers of plants. Even with all of these attributes Kontos is often less expensive to use than the alternatives. Maximize the effectiveness of Kontos: Kontos moves rather slowly through a plant. This contributes to long residual control (2 weeks or more from a spray, 4 weeks or more from a drench), but it also means that it should be applied when pest populations are still low. Good control is generally realized in about 1 week from a foliar spray and two weeks from a drench application. The label allows for a wide variety of soil treatment options including ebb and flood irrigation systems. A good quality surfactant such as CapSil is recommended to improve the coverage from foliar sprays.

Kontos comes packaged in a grower friendly 250 ml (8.45 oz) container. Foliar spray rates are ½ tsp per 5 gallons or 1.7 oz per 100 gallons. Drench rates are variable based on the drench volume used; please refer to the label for specifics. The re-entry interval (REI) is 24 hours for foliar sprays but is zero hours for drenching if the conditions on the label are met. Research on the compatibil-ity of Kontos with biological control agents is not yet completed. Early indications are that Kontos is toxic to predator mites but is compatible with many other BCA’s.

Aphid whitefly Silverleaf whitefly

Frequently Asked Questions By Virginia Brubaker, Technical Support Specialist

Often times when I am directed to a question about a problem with a crop, I ask the grower if they have ever had a water test done. To my amazement the answer to that question is not always yes. So, why water test? Not only does water impact the soil media and affect the avail-ability of the nutrients, but plants are made up of about 90% water. Therefore your irrigation water is a significant foundation of your business.

When looking at your water test results, it is important to focus more on the alka-linity than on the pH. Your water pH has some impact on the crop, but not as much as the alkalinity. Alkalinity is the buffering capacity or the resistance to pH change. Another way of saying this is that it is the best indica-tor of what your irrigation water will do to influence “soil pH” over time. High alkalinity can cause the soil pH to rise. When the pH of your soil rises it has the tendency to tie up the nutrients in the soil making them unavailable to the plant. Iron, manganese, boron and zinc are examples of micronutrients that become less available as soil pH increases above 6.0. Depending on the crops you are growing, an alkalinity above 150 may require acid injection.

Our technical department can help you make that decision as well as providing all the details for safe and effective use of acid. The most commonly used acid is sulfuric. It comes in a clean pure grade that helps to adjust the alkalinity quickly and at a low rate. Phosphoric acid is also used, but can add with each ounce up to 25.6 ppm phosphorus. Citric acid has also been used, but you have to use 3.75 times the amount of sulfuric acid and citric acid has been known to encourage algae growth. All acids should be handled with caution protecting skin and eyes from spills or splashing. Remember to always add acid to water and never the reverse to avoid a potentially dangerous chemical reaction.

The opposite occurs when low water alkalinity causes the soil pH to drop causing the nutri-ents to become more readily available to the plant resulting in toxicities. This affects crops that favor higher soil pH. A prime example of this is when the soil pH on a geranium crop drops below 6.0; we expe-rience iron manganese toxicity. Symptoms are evident in the yellowing margins with brown speckles.

The pH of water is the measurement of the concentration of the hydrogen ions in the solution. Expressed on a logarithmic scale, water pH goes from 0 to 14 with 7 considered neutral.

Why should I have my greenhouse irrigation water tested?

Less than 7 is considered acidic and greater than 7 it is basic. When reading your pH results please note that the primary consideration of pH is not on the soil but its effect on pesti-cide activity. Each pesticide has its own optimum spray water pH. The pH and hardness (calcium and magnesium content) of the water source used for spraying pesticides can have a sig-nificant effect on the ability of certain products to do their jobs. By altering the water pH with the product Indicate 5 helps to achieve the desired pH for maximum performance. Soil pH on the other hand is quite different and is affected most by alkalin-ity. Most plants grow best when the media pH is 5.6 to 6.2.

Soluble salts in your irrigations water is measured by electrical conductivity. Electrical conductivity is also referred to as the measurement of dissolved solids in a solution. Irrigation water with an EC reading of 0 to 0.5 is considered ideal, 0.5 to 1.0 is acceptable and over 1.0 is considered problematic. Values in untreated irrigation water of greater than 1.0 can lead to the buildup of soluble salts in the growing media. Every time the crop is watered, you are adding a substantial amount of salts to the soil, even before you add in what the commercial fertil-izers contributes. Fertilizers are salts. These combined soluble salt levels in the soil can damage plant roots. Hard, chlorotic or dead leaf tissue can result. In extreme cases stunting or plant death can occur. It can be expected that the worst problems occur with salt sensitive crops such as azaleas, alyssum, N.G. impatiens, pansies and primula obconica.

Essential watering practices should be applied, when dealing with high EC water. An im-portant one is consistent water-ing to the point of leaching. By leaching 10-20% out of the con-tainer with each irrigation helps prevent salts buildup in the soil. Comparing the EC values of water soluble fertilizers can be helpful. Some fertilizers have lower EC per 100 ppm than oth-ers. Consider using controlled release fertilizer when possible. Other expensive options include the investigation of alternative water sources and water treatment like reverse osmosis.

Knowing the quality of your irrigation water is one of the key factors to having a successful crop. It should never be taken for granted that your water is suitable for all crops. A complete water analysis of micro and minor nutrients should be done by a reputable lab to provide a baseline. Although it is important to have your water tested periodically by a health department, this type of testing doesn’t provide enough horticultural infor-mation for growing. Griffin offers a test through the Scotts Testing Laboratory who will test and report the full composi-tion of your water. Griffin also offers in house water testing at their Morgantown, PA location. We test for alkalinity, pH and soluble salts. It is recommended that you do this water test at least once a year.

When water samples are received in Morgantown, PA, they are tested within 2 days. The results are entered onto a standard form and mailed, faxed or e-mailed to the grower along with general fertilizer recommendations. Please supply appropriate customer information and if it is a fertilizer sample, what for-mulation of fertilizer (20-10-20 etc.). This information should be attached directly onto the water sample container.

Botrytis on Petunia

Iron Deficiency on a Pansy

Iron Manganese Toxicityon a Geranium

Timely Tips

Griffin Water Testing Procedure:

• 6-8 oz of water – Preferably in a plastic screw top lid bottle

• Leave no air space in bottle

• Charge • $10.00 for the first sample • $ 5.00 ea addition sample that accompanies the first

• Customer Information attached directly on the container: • Customer # • Name & Address • Fax or E-mail • If your sample is fertilizer indicate what analysis (i.e. 20-10-20)

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they do not require nuts, bolts and tools. Our displays set up in minutes with simple instruction sheets, and your Ferry-Morse Seed is ready to sell in no time at all. Easy-to-follow color-coding on each packet, and each display’s helpful gardening information and accessories are placed right at your customers’ fingertips.

Seed Display Racks

Convenient Display System: • Displays arrive fully stocked with seed. 60% vegetable seed - 40% flower seed. (approx.)• Special Snap-Lock parts for easy set up.• Packets pre-priced to sell• Packets contain growing recommendations• 60% margin for the retailer

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61-0006 Ferry Morse Seed Display Rack FM3R Northern 1165.96 3-sided - Includes 1,568 Packets of seeds61-0102 Ferry Morse Stationary Seed Display Rack FM1S Southern 426.00 1-side - Includes 588 Packets of seeds

61-0104 Ferry Morse Stationary Seed Display Rack FM2S Southern 776.88 1-side - Includes 1,038 Packets of seeds61-0106 Ferry Morse Seed Display Rack FM3R Southern 1,187.56 3-sided - Includes 1,583 Packets of seeds

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Any grower who’s been in the horticultural industry for any length of time knows that cheapest is not always best. This is especially true when it comes to heating systems. When you compare Modine Manufacturing Company’s popular PDP Model gas fired unit with spark ignition and power vented exhaust, with their older, less-effi-cient PD Model gas fired unit with standard pilot and gravity vented exhaust, this concept is evident. Let’s compare two models in the mid range of 250,000 BTUs. The older Model PD250 was sold primarily during the 1980’s through 90’s. It was less expensive than the newer Model PDP250 but when the cost of running the system in terms of fuel usage is factored in, it’s very clear that the up-front cost should be only one consideration. The PD250 model, with a thermal efficiency rating of 65%, would use far more fuel over the lifetime of the unit in comparison with the PDP250 unit, with a thermal efficiency of 80.

Technical advances continue to improve the thermal efficiency of heating systems. The newest Modine gas fired heating units, the

Effinity 93 High Efficiency Condensing heating systems have been available only since October 2009. Six models are available, ranging from 135,000 to 310,000 BTU/hr. All operate at 93% efficiency, and all have spark ignition, power vented exhaust and separated combustion. The Effinity 93 will dramatically lower energy costs through decreased fuel consumption. For those sensitive to environ-mental concerns, each unit will reduce CO2 output by roughly 13% versus comparable sized heaters. The selling price of the Effinity’s PTC215 at $4,152.00 may at first seem prohibitive when comparing it to the PDP250’s selling price of $1,879.00 A detailed side-by-side comparison considering both initial and operating costs paints a very attractive picture over the life of the system. Below is a table illustrating various factors of a typical application comparing the two systems for 3 different cities. In all cases, the following is the same: The PTC215 price is $4,152, the PDP250 price is $1,879 (the dif-ference is $2,273.), the site operates 12 months, 7 days a week and the fuel cost per therm is $1.10.

It is very apparent that long-term, it’s better to invest more into the up-front cost of a heating system if one of your goals is future sav-ings. In addition, when impact to the environment and available

government sponsored loans for energy-efficient improvements are factored in it becomes even more beneficial to opt for a newer, more fuel efficient system.

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Disclaimer: Actual realized savings can vary significantly based on a number of factors including but not limited to changes in fuel prices, changes in climate, changes in building use or construction, etc.

By Dan Morrissey

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GGSPro Update

Easy reference right on your wallBy Peter Konjoian

The GGSPro technical team has published a three poster set on Pest Management Recommendations in and around the greenhouse for 2010. The set is available in two sizes, 18” x 24” for wall mounting and 11” x 17” for desk top use. Individual post-er titles are “Mode of Action of GGSPro Recommended Pesticides”, “Insecticide and Miticide Use Recommendations”, and “Disease Control Product Use”.

The three posters are designed to help growers address pest out-breaks in a logical and effective manner. As an insect, mite, or disease outbreak is scouted in the production area, the first poster is consulted to select an appropriate pesticide to apply. This poster contains tables showing mode of action groupings of GGSPro recommended pesticide products. The poster contains two tables, one for insecticides and miticides, the other for disease controlling products. Careful attention to proper mode of action rotation is crucial to obtaining maximum efficacy from applications and pro-longing the useful life of pesticide products through responsible resistance management. The GGSPro team has carefully chosen to include only those products that are currently effective in controlling their target pests and has deleted many products from consideration, even if they are labeled for a pest. Daily contact with growers from Maine to Georgia allows our technical support team to constantly update these lists, adding and deleting products from our recom-mendations based on this intimate contact with growers and their experiences. If a product is no longer effective because of resistance issues, even though it remains labeled we may chose to omit it from the list in order to save growers time and minimize ineffec-tive applications.

Once a product is selected from the Mode of Action tables in poster I, if it is an insect or mite outbreak poster II is consulted for specific application and mixing recommendations. If the problem is a disease poster III is consulted for similar recommendations. Each of these posters also contains conversion tables that help break down application rates for small applications. Lastly, each poster also contains a blank rotation strategy table that can be filled out with an erasable marker. This allows for a complete

application strategy for the specific outbreak to be recorded from the beginning, making multiple applications clear with product rota-tion identified.

Time and moneyThe tech team has carefully assembled this poster set to save growers both time and money. Savings are realized as a result of eliminating wasted time and expense associated with application of products that are less effective due to pest resistance. Also, responsible mode of action rotation helps extend the useful life of pesticide products, allowing them to be effective longer which saves money over time. GGSPro is vendor neutral as well and free to recommend the most effective products known to control insect, mite, and disease pests.

New Posters for 2010Two new posters will be released soon by the GGSPro team. Weed control in the greenhouse and nursery will be published first, followed by plant growth regulation. Please watch for these posters in the months ahead.

For more information on this GGSPro poster set please contact your Griffin representative or visit www.ggspro.com.

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Jump Start™ Pellet Greenhouses • Fast-expanding, earth-friendly biodegradeable pellets • Reusable vented dome maintains humidity and warmth

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Organic Big Daddy Coco Gro Bag • Supersize Your Plants • Perfect for veggies, fruits, herbs - just add water, seeds or starts & let them grow • Stylish gro bag expands to 10" x 10" x 8" • Perfect indoors or outdoors

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IteM # SIze COlOr QtY/CS PrICeClassic Banded88-3516EA 16" Earth 12/cs $135.6688-3516IV 16" Ivory 12/cs 135.6688-3516WB 16" Black 12/cs 135.66

Tumbled Scroll88-3616EA 16" Earth 12/cs 135.6688-3616IV 16" Ivory 12/cs 119.2488-3616CE 16" Cement 12/cs 119.24Lattice88-3716EA 16" Earth 12/cs 135.6688-3716IV 16" Ivory 12/cs 135.6688-3716CE 16" Cement 12/cs 135.66Damask88-3816CE 16" Cement 12/cs 135.6688-3816IV 16" Ivory 12/cs 135.66Beaded Scroll88-3916EA 16" Earth 12/cs 135.6688-3916IV 16" Ivory 12/cs 135.6688-3916WB 16" Weathered Black 12/cs 135.66

Weathered BlackIvoryEarth Black Cement

Due to the designs there will be some color variations

Super Saver

Tumbled ScrollColor shown: Ivory

LatticeColor shown: Ivory

DamaskColor shown: Cement

Beaded ScrollColor shown: Weathered Black

Classic BandedColor shown: Earth

For more information or to order contact your local sales rep or call Griffin at: 1.800.659.4346

Enviroblend PlantersOur newest line of planters uses an exclusive, eco-friendly material we call ENVIrOBLEND. It is a combination of: 55% recycled plastic, 44% stone & porcelain, and 1% color & binding agents. Not only are these new planters manufactured using 99% recycled and natural materials, but they require far less materials for packing and ship-ping than comparable planters. The design of the planters allows them to nest very efficiently, and the durability of the ENVIrOBLEND material allows us to use less cardboard and foam during shipment. We have also incorporated a retail hang tag that is printed on recycled (and recyclable) cardstock and attached with natural jute twine.

Save 10%on Enviroblend Planters.

(Discount taken off of original prices shown below.)Offer valid on orders

through 2/28/10