Chase Away The ChillNeil Sperry's Gardens The fact that it’s almost as tricky to pronounce the word chiminea (chim-in-AY-ah) as it is to spell it makes little difference to folks who want to create a backyard conversation hub, add a festive glow to the twilight, roast a marshmallow on a stick, or extend the season by taking the chill out of the air. Read more |
Bigger Gardens, increased Garden-Related Purchases Expected in 2024 A new study released by Axiom Marketing shows positive signs that new and novice gardeners will expand their gardens, plant more, spend more money and spend more time gardening in 2024. This bodes well for 2024 and beyond; however, it will be important to continue to learn more about their needs, desires and shopping habits Read More |
Landscape Industry Trends for 2024 So far, the 2020s have been banner years for the landscape industry. However, the upcoming presidential election, talk of a potential recession, climate change and other factors are all impacting client demand and trends. Landscape professionals across the country share what they are seeing when it comes to these elements influencing consumers and what they see happening in 2024. Read More |
Discover The 7 Trends That Will Define 2024 The 23rd annual report focuses on seven trends: “Zoom Out,” “Horti-futurism,” “Delight in the Dark,” “Bugging Out,” “Hanging in There,” “Nature Calls” and “Color of the Year.” Garden Media Group said the seven upcoming trends will influence consumer actions in the coming year. Read More |
Upcoming Events
JANUARY 7-10, 2024
Lone Star Hort Forum (LSHF)TNLA's Lone Star Hort Forum will be held at the Hilton DFW Lakes Executive Conference Center. Participants can connect with colleagues, earn CEUs, enjoy keynote presentations and breakout sessions, take a tour (separate registration required), and celebrate at TNLA's Awards Festival! Learn more about this by clicking here.
JANUARY 9, 2024
Region IV & V Come & Go Social
Open to all in the Green Industry,Region IV and Region V are excited to combine this social event during the Lone Star Hort. Forum. $5 per person, heavu hors d'oeuvres served from 5-8pm at Grapevice Parks & Rec Bessie Mitchelle House. RSVP Deadline is Jan 5, 2024 email tnlaregioniv@yahoo.com
February 2, 2024
Region II Winter Workshop! Clases en Español!
Save the Date for the Region II Winter Workshop happening at HCC Alief Hayes Campus, 2811 Hayes Road Building C, Houston, TX 77082 from 7AM-5PM. There will be classes in both SPANISH and English, earn Irrigation & Pesticide CEUS plus many more details to come, so stay tuned! RSVP to or if you have any questions please reach out to Ryan Laid rlaird@sanjacsupply.com
Lone Star Hort Forum (LSHF)TNLA's Lone Star Hort Forum will be held at the Hilton DFW Lakes Executive Conference Center. Participants can connect with colleagues, earn CEUs, enjoy keynote presentations and breakout sessions, take a tour (separate registration required), and celebrate at TNLA's Awards Festival! Learn more about this by clicking here.
JANUARY 9, 2024
Region IV & V Come & Go Social
Open to all in the Green Industry,Region IV and Region V are excited to combine this social event during the Lone Star Hort. Forum. $5 per person, heavu hors d'oeuvres served from 5-8pm at Grapevice Parks & Rec Bessie Mitchelle House. RSVP Deadline is Jan 5, 2024 email tnlaregioniv@yahoo.com
February 2, 2024
Region II Winter Workshop! Clases en Español!
Save the Date for the Region II Winter Workshop happening at HCC Alief Hayes Campus, 2811 Hayes Road Building C, Houston, TX 77082 from 7AM-5PM. There will be classes in both SPANISH and English, earn Irrigation & Pesticide CEUS plus many more details to come, so stay tuned! RSVP to or if you have any questions please reach out to Ryan Laid rlaird@sanjacsupply.com