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A.M. Leonard

A.M. Leonard
Since 1885, when Ashbel Merrel Leonard started a nursery in his backyard in Piqua, Ohio,  A.M. Leonard has grown to be the leader in horticultural tools and supplies. With our line of over 240 A.M. Leonard brand tools, we offer the quality and features that most manufacturers aren’t willing to make –– all at a price that saves money and delivers a great value to you!  A. M. Leonard, Inc. continues today with our emphasis on doing business the “old fashioned way”. With our huge selection of over 8,000 items, all in-stock items, ordered by 4 PM weekdays, ship that same day! A.M. Leonard understands customers have a choice on where to shop and pledges to continue its tradition of exceptional products and service. Try us today, and see our tool of the week!

   

Bayer Advanced
Bayer Advanced is dedicated to helping your customers achieve better results with less effort. Our 100-year history of providing innovative products to the horticultural and professional pest control industries means, you can trust Bayer Advanced to take care of your lawn and garden needs. At Bayer Advanced this is more than a tag line. It is our mission to deliver "Better Thinking, Better Results" in everything we do. To our customers this means delivering better solutions to help care for their lawns and gardens.
Phone: 877-229-3724, 8:00 am - 5:00 p.m. CST

   

Black Gold
Since 1983, the Black Gold product line has been available at many fine garden centers for the gardening delight of their customers. All Black Gold® mixes are professionally formulated to ensure success, and many of our products have been certified by the Mulch & Soil Council, which shows our products are made with the highest quality ingredients.

Black Gold® is made by a world-class horticulture company, Sun Gro Horticulture. For more than 80 years Sun Gro Horticulture has been a leading producer of quality products for commercial growers.
contact us at: (425) 641-7577

   
Blue Seal
In 1868, the Blue Seal brand was created when HK Webster started making feed in a small New England town on the banks of the Merrimack River. Featuring only superior quality ingredients, Webster's horse feed supported a lifestyle that was part livelihood and part a way of life. That tradition endures to this day. More than 140 years later, the Blue Seal brand is part of a family-owned company that continues to honor and maintain the same commitment to innovation, quality and the craftsmanship that went into the very first bag of feed. It continues to support a country lifestyle - and customers who value authentic, rewarding connections that come from caring for animals. Connections to family…to the land…and to our past. Like our customers, the maker of Blue Seal feeds, understands that raising animals is an act of passion. This passion translates to responsibility, companionship, tradition and ultimately a spirit that is a real tribute to our heritage. We will continue to work with pride - and with purpose - to support and promote this way of life. Blue Seal
   
Bonide Products
Congratulations! Bonide celebrates 75 years of offering gardeners only the finest products available to solve lawn, plant, insect, and home and garden problems. Bonide's product line is so complete that when gardeners visit their award-winning website, they'll receive great product and gardening information to solve almost any gardening problem. Bonide has provided customers with education and problem solving since 1926.
Phone: 315-736-8231
   

Bonnie Plants
Bonnie Plants is the preferred brand of vegetable and herb plants for many gardeners throughout the country. Known for providing high quality vigorous plants, the company is also known for a green approach to gardening. Bonnie's  biodegradable, plantable pots keep more than a hundred million plastic pots out of landfills each year.

The company began in 1918 when a farming couple named Bonnie and Livingston Paulk planted two pounds of cabbage seeds so they could sell starter plants to provide income for the winter. Transporting the plants by horse and buggy, they sold that first batch to neighbors and other customers in their hometown of Union Springs, Alabama. It wasn't long before they began selling other crops and Livingston named their new company after his wife.

Continuing a tradition of family management the current president of Bonnie plants is the grandson of Bonnie and Livingston, and the company still calls Union Springs home. Today, Bonnie Plants offers gardeners more than 250 varieties of vegetables and herbs - all grown in greenhouses in nearly every stat to supply fresh healthy plant to nearby markets.

Bonnie Plants are available at garden retailers during the planting seasons in your area. Check the dealerlocator at BonniePlants.com to find a store near you. To learn more, visit Bonnie Plants ,then follow us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Pinterest.

   
Close to Infinity
The Brunton MacroScope is both a revolution and a revelation in optical instruments. With its innovative and unique side-mounted focus wheel you can now view all the way from "infinity" to an unbelievably close 18 inches and everything in between. There is simply nothing else like the Brunton MacroScope on the market! We promise you have never, ever seen anything like what you will see through your Brunton MacroScope. Everyone, from birder's to engineers, geologists, horticulturists, archaeologists, forensic scientists, butterfly watchers, hikers, naturalists, those with muscular degeneration or just the curious will surely appreciate the new view in town!
Phone: 907-258-1505/ 1586
Compost Tumbler
The Best Selling Drum ComposterFor over 40 years the ComposTumbler has made it easy for gardeners to have a steady supply of compost. The ComposTumbler is the best-selling drum composter in the world. This amazing gardening product was developed in 1974, by an Australian named Peter Whiteside, who designed the drum to be the perfect shape and size to create fast decomposition of organic materials when turned daily. Since 1979 the ComposTumbler has been manufactured in the United States and sold from the manufacturing and business headquarters in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. To maintain consistent quality and lowest-possible pricing, the product is sold direct to consumers. There are now four different models of ComposTumblers. The Compact size was introduced in 1991, the Back Porch size was introduced in 1997, and the ComposTumbler2 was introduced in 2003.
Compost Tumbler

Have Questions?
Call 1-800-880-2345. Operators are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week!

   
Damminix Tick Tubs
This remarkable solution consists of small tubes filled with cotton balls. The cotton is treated the mild insecticide Permethrin. To use it, simply place Damminix Tick Tubes® in areas around your yard where mice frolic. That's it. Mice will do the rest for you by gathering the cotton to build nests in their burrows. Young ticks feeding on the mice are killed by the insecticide before they can spread Lyme Disease to you, your family and your pets. Each mouse nesting with Damminix Tick Tubes® can kill hundreds of ticks each season. Studies have shown that Damminix Tick Tubes® actually reduces the risk of exposure to an infected tick by up to 97% on a treated property. Now, you can Take Back the Outdoors!
Toll Free 800.234.8425
   
   
Dramm
In the early 1940s, Manitowoc florist John G. Dramm, with a gift for invention, designed a product that was to become the cornerstone of the Dramm Corporation. He called it the 400 Water Breaker(TM). Today Dramm Corporation still manufactures millions of Water Breaker hose nozzles along with many other Professional Watering Tools. In addition, Dramm produces its' very own All Natural Organic Fertilizer for commercial growers, master gardeners and enthusiasts throughout the world.
Phone: 800.258.0848 order toll free
 
Dr Cs Garden Products
   
Dr Earth
“Dr. Earth organic products have led the organic revolution since 1992. Milo Lou Shammas, Founder & Formulator invented the very first living-probiotic® organic fertilizers & soils that have revolutionized the entire world of organic gardening. Dr. Earth invented it, was the first to test it and the first to market it. In the quest for commercial profits and quantity, quality has been left behind. But behind the quality of our plants is the quality of our soils. Humans and animals depend on the health of the soil, for our food and the biodiversity of our environment. Dr. Earth is founded with roots in organic integrity. We care about our customers, our environment, and your health. Milo owns an organic farm that all products are tested on, when a product is ready, we share it with you. We practice what we preach, healthy living starts in the soil and we deliver results every time. Please visit www.drearth.com”
   
Dynamite
Dynamite Complete Plant Food is just that ... it's complete ... Including not only the three major nutrients nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium, but also micro-nutrients that all plants need in smaller quantities. The Dynamite complete plant food line has several formulas including an All-Purpose indoor/outdoor; a Flowers and Vegetables formula; and there's even an organic formula specifically for tomatoes called Mater Magic. Dynamite can be worked into the soil at planting or added later by just sprinkling around the plant's root zone. Click and visit our Website for the entire Dynamite story. You'll learn why the patented fertilizer coating releases nutrients slowly for the best plant growth and health. For bigger blooms, more vegetables and more color, use Dynamite complete plant food.

 

   
   
Espoma Company
For over 75 years The Espoma Company has been the leading manufacturer and marketer of natural organic plant foods for the lawn and garden industry. Our brands, including Holly-tone, Plant-tone and Rose-tone, are recognized by professional and amateur gardeners as the finest, safest, and most reliable plant foods available.
Phone: 888-ESPOMA1
   
Environmental Factor

From Grub Busting nematodes to spray able corn gluten, The Environmental Factor provides you with the tools necessary to successfully maintain your yard naturally. Since 1991 Environmental Factor has been at the forefront of creating effective natural lawn and garden solutions with the mandate of Protecting The Earth One Lawn At A Time. Explore what makes Environmental Factor unique, operating pesticide-free since day one:

* safe for people and pets, but gentle on the environment
Recent company innovations include developing an attach and spray liquid corn gluten, and the creation of a easy to use natural grub control in sustainable packaging. This year protect your lawn from white grubs with Nema-globe Nematodes- the immediate solution for lawn and garden soil pests!
Web: http://www.environmentalfactor.com.


   
Fafard Fafard

For almost a century, Fafard have prided ourselves on being far more than just a soil company. Our mixes are superior and the most consistent on the market. Our quality-control process is rigorous, to say the least. And no other growing media is perfectly formulated to grow a masterpiece. We also offer professional growers almost a century of industry expertise and experience to help grow their operation, their yield and their bottom line. Our comprehensive in-house Horticultural Services provides analytical testing and on-site consultations, and we employ a technical team who oversees production at each of our manufacturing facilities. Whether you need a superior mix or custom blend, or help determining how to improve your growing operation, you won’t find a more passionate group of people dedicated to helping grow a horticultural work of art.

Website: www.fafard.com

 

   

Green Prints

There are over 100 how-to gardening publications in this country. Only GreenPrints magazine shares the human side: the joy, humor, frustrations, and heart in fine prose and fine art. It's the best personal garden writing, old and new. It's funny. It's tender. It's truthful. It's inspiring. There is absolutely no other gardening magazine like it. If you love to garden, you'll love to read the magazine of personal garden writing: GreenPrints, "The Weeder’s Digest!" GreenPrints—like gardening—offers hope, joy, encouragement, peace, humor, comfort, beauty, friendship, and so much more. And who couldn’t use those things, now or anytime? It’s a much-cherished present—for yourself and your gardening friends and family!
Our international corporate headquarters is our home, a passive solar domicile that lies right between a mountain and a creek in lovely Fairview, North Carolina. There, in a cluttered office looking over our garden, "The Weeder's Digest" comes to life. Stories by gardeners from Florida to Alaska, art from 16 different illustrators, photos, letters, quotes—it all blooms together to form an honest, intimate magazine, a heartfelt dialogue among gardeners and friends. An 80-page quarterly journal that shares the best personal garden writing, old and new, from all over the country. Green Prints
   
   
Jonathan Green
Jonathan Green has many products dealing with lawns and gardens. They have many fine products to offer for your lawn and flower or vegetable garden offer geared to the home landscaper.
With their help, you'll be able to create and maintain a restful, park-like setting at home. In a short time your family can escape the hectic world outside, while relaxing in your own private lush green oasis.
   
JRM Chemical Inc.
Soil Moist is ideal for applications where watering is a concern. The complete non-toxic polymer design helps to reduce plant watering by 50%. Soil Moist helps save water and reduce evaporation of moisture from the soil. Its time release fertilizer keeps your plants hydrated and in great shape all season. Soil Moist encourages deep root penetration, reduces soil compaction, minimizes transplant shock, will last several seasons and is cost effective and environmentally friendly.
Phone: 800-962-4010
Website:www.soilmoist.com
   
Lynwood Laboratories

Lynwood Laboratories
In 1951, DR. Kanin a young practicing veterinarian in the suburbs of Boston Mass was experiencing a heavy infestation of hornets and flies from an adjacent farm. These insects were covering the screens and the windows of the animal hospital and were entering the hospital as the door open and closed. Dr. Kanin began to experiment with various insecticides. He finally formulated a mixture that when applied to the screens, windows and the ceiling eliminated the bug problem. The residual lasted for several weeks! This product became Lynwood's Screen and Surface the first of many effective products available today at your local Home and Garden Center and Hardware store. DR Kanin also invented the first long distance spray for Hornet and Wasp. Today with new products like Hari Kari for Japanese beetles and Shoo-Mold the first pump applicator for mold problems inside your home and basement DR. Kanin is still busy working on new projects for the future. Fax 781-444-2454 Tel 781-449-6776

   
   
Monterey Lawn and Garden Products is a distributor of plant protection chemicals and fertilizers. We are based in Fresno, in the heart of California’s agricultural region where we are committed to bringing home gardeners new products that can help them with their biggest gardening challenges. Our growing line of products provide economical and effective solutions to yard and garden problems, and really are “Products That Work!” For labels and more information on any Monterey Lawn & Garden Product contact us at info@montereylawngarden.com
   
Organic Laboratories

Organic Laboratories, Inc.

Organic  Laboratories is one of the leading producers and marketers of earth friendly pesticides and fertilizers in the country. For the professional, Organic Laboratories has cutting edge solutions, oriented products specifically designed for the nurseries and the greenhouse industry.  For the home gardener who is increasingly turning away from harsh chemicals for lawn care and growing food at home, we offer a complete line of enviromently friendly products to increase your choice of natural and organic based products.  You can feel confident using our products around your home, children, and pets. 

   
shake-away Shake-Away
Create the illusion that predators are present in your lawn or garden! Shake-Away uses the Laws of Nature for your lawn or garden with no harm to the animal! Look at these advantages Shake-Away provides to you:
Urine granules are less messy than liquid urine and our patented granular formula neutralizes the acid in the urine so it won't burn your plants. Granules are heavy. They won't wash away in the rain. Granules won't evaporate or freeze. Granules are naturally moist for better clinging.
   
Tesselaar

Yes, our business is about searching the world for brilliant plants that are environmental friendly and easy to grow with a minimum of fuss. You’d think that alone would keep us busy, but we also put a massive amount of effort into making sure our plants are a good as we say they are. We’ve trial gardens around the globe, and we carry out research and development in areas such as plant diseases, managing water and identifying plants which grow well with less chemicals. Not that we do all this alone. We’ve collected together a worldwide network of breeders and growers who together make this possible. Of course we’re happy to take credit for innovative promotion and market support, supported by a very simple personal philosophy based on strong ethical practices and friendship.


   
Turbo Tiller

The Turbo Tiller 1000 is our best selling Garden Tool. With its patented six-tine cyclonic tiller head, there is no job to large for the TT-1000. The Turbo Tiller is a precision, quality-made garden tool for just about any garden or landscape project you can think of. Simply attach it to your drill motor and you're ready for extreme gardening. We do recommend a side-handled drill motor for optimal ease and control.

Shovel Vane Tumbler is the kind of innovation that separates us from the rest in the Garden & Landscape Industry. With the S.V.T. attached, you   have a built-in 360 degree shovel as part of your arsenal. Working your soil and moving the soil around with the S.V.T. makes gardening a snap.

Innovation: With our three-piece aluminum drivers, you can do your garden work on your knees, or standing up.

Turbo Tiller Applications are endless. There are no restrictions regarding all the garden applications. For example: weeding, mixing amendments, installing a small to medium size sod lawn, trenching for sprinkler lines, bulb planting for your annuals or perennials, turning your soil, and mulching.

Turbo Tiller Plus, Gardening Tools Made for the 21st Century...

   
Vitaminsea Seaweed
If you've ever stepped foot in the ocean or walked the beach after a storm or at low tide, you have already been introduced to seaweed. Strewn and tangled on the shoreline or drying and decaying in the sun, it does not make a lasting first impression. However, seen growing underwater in its natural environment, waving gracefully from side to side with the movements of the currents, it is a majestic sight that's hard to forget. For a plant with such a humble name and origin, seaweed boasts an abundant storehouse of healthful nutrients. Other than needing some sunlight, seaweeds are self-sufficient in their environment; they can absorb everything they need to sustain life directly from the seawater that surrounds them. Scientists know there is a secret to life in the sea, although they have never been able to identify this mysterious component. However, the earth's oceans not only make up nearly 70 percent of the planet's surface, by they also absorb 70 percent of the sun's energy. And much of the solar(radiant) energy is absorbed by seaweeds. That's an amazing expanse of potential energy to be investigate as a vital source of nutrients! Step into our world... Welcome to VitaminSea Seaweed!
   
Wet and Forget
WET & FORGET Moss Removal, Mold Removal, Mildew & Stain Removal Wet & Forget has a unique combination of biodegradable selective surfactants for Moss Removal, Mold Removal, Mildew & Stain Removal on any exterior surface. When diluted with water and applied, it immediately attacks that unsightly moss, mold and mildew. Each time it rains, this safe, cleansing combination reactivates to help flush off the moss, mold and mildew without damaging the surface it has infested. Be patient. Results are visible 1 to 2 weeks after application. Good things take time. Wet & Forget continues to work for up to a year.
Website: www.wetandforget.com
   

Wild Delight Bird Food
Wild Delight Bird Food Wild Delight produces three varieties of wild bird food and wildlife food. Advanced Formulas are premium products that contain no corn or milo, have a complete range of vitamins and minerals, in addition to added grit plus electrolytes and essential amino acids. Natural Formulas are made from the finest natural ingredients, uniquely cleaned and packaged in reclosable zipper bags. No inexpensive fillers such as corn or milo are used. Wildlife Formulas are specifically designed for backyard pets such as squirrels, raccoons, ducks, geese and others. Again, they are uniquely cleaned and are made from premium ingredients preferred by selected species. Wild Delight products are manufactured to meet the nutritional needs of birds and other backyard wildlife and to ensure that the most desirable birds are attracted and that young birds have the nutrients needed for growth, reproduction, feathering and color. 1-800-543-3308 Website: www.wilddelight.com Email: sales@ddcommodities.com Phone:

   
Wilt-Pruf

Wiltpruf
Sixty years ago WILT-PRUF® was discovered and became the first anti-transpirant on the market. A product such as this was needed in horticulture to enable nurserymen to transplant shrubs and trees any time of year without fear of excessive transpiration which could cause plant failure.

Over the years, it was discovered that anti-transpirants had many additional but related uses -- protection against drying out when evergreen roots were frozen in wintertime, as well as during periods of drought. These times of stress deprive plants of their normal moisture intake. Anti-transpirants were found to be effective on cut Christmas trees, wreaths, and greens to retard needle drop by keeping existing moisture in the foliage. It was discovered that many indoor plants could survive longer periods without watering by treatment with an anti-transpirant. And ornamentals exposed to excessive warm or cold winds were protected from drying out by spraying with an anti-transpirant. Storage of tubers, bulbs, and bare root stock was more successful when they were first dipped in an anti-transpirant solution.

Phone: 1-800-972-0726
web site: www.wiltpruf.com

   

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