Gardening

Patrimonium Private Equity and Wille Finance acquire majority stake in :em engineering methods AG

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Venerdì, Maggio 10, 2024

With the new platform investment, Patrimonium Private Equity is acquiring another participation in the digitalization, IT and software sector.

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  • With the new platform investment, Patrimonium Private Equity is acquiring another participation in the digitalization, IT and software sector.
  • Consulting on the digital transformation of engineering and manufacturing companies in the area of product lifecycle management and the introduction of "digital twins" is an attractive growth market.
  • True to the vision "We deliver the digital future for engineering", :em AG supports the implementation of digital transformation and thus, among other things, increases efficiency, productivity, agility and shortens time to market.
  • The Patrimonium Private Equity team has advised on over 20 platform investments in the DACH region and over 50 add-on acquisitions.

Ideal Property Mallorca Set to Reduce Operating Expenses in Property Management Despite Raising Trend

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Lunedì, Maggio 6, 2024

Mallorca, Spain--(Newsfile Corp. - May 6, 2024) - The vacation rental experts at Ideal Property Mallorca explain how it's possible to minimize operational expenses by delegating property management regardless of the opposite trend.

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  • Mallorca, Spain--(Newsfile Corp. - May 6, 2024) - The vacation rental experts at Ideal Property Mallorca explain how it's possible to minimize operational expenses by delegating property management regardless of the opposite trend.
  • The upward trend no longer surprises property owners, but it still represents a disproportion in the budget allocated to operational expenses for each property.
  • The professionals at Ideal Property Mallorca , a company specialized in vacation rental management, explain that operational expenses can be reduced with innovative strategies designed by those who deeply understand the market.
  • The experts at Ideal Property Mallorca have achieved good results for their clients through the digitization of their processes.

Bobcat Reveals Backyard Makeover Contest Winner’s Transformed, Accessible Outdoor Space

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Mercoledì, Maggio 8, 2024

Turlock, Calif., resident Julie Rummer now has her dream backyard thanks to the Bobcat backyard makeover contest.

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  • Turlock, Calif., resident Julie Rummer now has her dream backyard thanks to the Bobcat backyard makeover contest.
  • Last summer, Bobcat Company – a global equipment, innovation and worksite solutions brand – announced that Rummer had won the contest, which awarded her a $25,000 backyard makeover using Bobcat equipment .
  • Having complete access to nature and my garden is freedom.”
    The backyard makeover demonstrated the power of Bobcat equipment to get the job done, transforming the overgrown and compact backyard into an accessible and aesthetic space for the Rummer family.
  • For Julie Rummer’s backyard, Bobcat and the project contractors incorporated the following key design elements into her backyard transformation to create an accessible outdoor living space.

GrowGeneration Reports First Quarter 2024 Financial Results

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Mercoledì, Maggio 8, 2024

GrowGeneration Corp. (NASDAQ: GRWG) (“GrowGen” or the “Company”), one of the largest retailers and distributors of specialty hydroponic and organic gardening products in the United States, today announced financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024.

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  • GrowGeneration Corp. (NASDAQ: GRWG) (“GrowGen” or the “Company”), one of the largest retailers and distributors of specialty hydroponic and organic gardening products in the United States, today announced financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024.
  • As we look to the rest of 2024, we remain optimistic around forward looking opportunities for profitable growth.”
    Net sales declined $8.9 million, or 15.7%, to $47.9 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2024 compared to $56.8 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2023.
  • Store and other operating expenses in the first quarter of 2024 were $10.6 million, compared to $12.6 million in the first quarter of 2023, a decrease of 15.8%.
  • Selling, general, and administrative expenses in the first quarter of 2024 were $7.9 million, compared to $6.8 million in the first quarter of 2023, an increase of 15.6%.

DoMyOwn.com Celebrates 20 Years of DIY Pest Control and Lawn Care

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Martedì, Maggio 7, 2024

DoMyOwn.com , a leading provider of do-it-yourself pest control, lawn, gardening, animal care, and equipment solutions, part of the Central Garden & Pet Company portfolio (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA), is excited to mark its 20th anniversary this year in May.

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  • DoMyOwn.com , a leading provider of do-it-yourself pest control, lawn, gardening, animal care, and equipment solutions, part of the Central Garden & Pet Company portfolio (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA), is excited to mark its 20th anniversary this year in May.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240507515540/en/
    DoMyOwn.com, part of the Central Garden & Pet portfolio - celebrates 20 years of DIY pest control and lawn care.
  • “Our journey over the last 20 years reflects our team’s commitment to helping our customers find the best DIY pest and lawn care solutions for their homes and businesses,” said Michael Gossling, Co-Founder and President of DoMyOwn.com.
  • DoMyOwn.com will kick off its 20-year celebration in May with exclusive savings and deals on select lawn and pest control products.

"Miniclover," a Top Trending, Sustainable, Drought Tolerant, Low to No Mow Grass Alternative for Yards Across America, Available at Outsidepride.com

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Martedì, Maggio 7, 2024

"Clover lawns" went viral on social media last fall and became the most searched home improvement trend on Google in 2023.

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  • "Clover lawns" went viral on social media last fall and became the most searched home improvement trend on Google in 2023.
  • We sold out of it the past two years, even with a two-fold increase in production.
  • Grass lawns are not sustainable; they're the most maintenance-intense portion of yards, requiring regular fertilization, mowing and heavy irrigation to look good.
  • Some regions employ continuous, strict regulations on watering lawns or bans on the use of drinking water for irrigating grass.

BCT-Bank of Charles Town Announces Promotion of Leslie Crabill to Executive Vice President of BCT Wealth and Investments Division

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Lunedì, Maggio 6, 2024

CHARLES TOWN, W.Va., May 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- (OTC: PTBS) – BCT-Bank of Charles Town, also known as The Community's Bank, recently announced the promotion of Leslie D. Crabill to Executive Vice President, Director of BCT Wealth and Investments.

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  • CHARLES TOWN, W.Va., May 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- (OTC: PTBS) – BCT-Bank of Charles Town, also known as The Community's Bank, recently announced the promotion of Leslie D. Crabill to Executive Vice President, Director of BCT Wealth and Investments.
  • Ms. Crabill will continue overseeing this division that includes BCT Wealth Advisors and BCT Investments while also joining the executive team at BCT-Bank of Charles Town.
  • With over 25 years of investment and comprehensive financial planning experience, Leslie provides substantial industry knowledge within a personalized client experience.
  • She previously served as Senior Vice President, Director of BCT Wealth Advisors and BCT Investments.

Palmstreet App Launches as Remarkable Live Selling Marketplace for Live Plants, Crystals, and Handmade Home Decor

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Giovedì, Maggio 2, 2024

SAN FRANCISCO, May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Palmstreet, (https://palmstreet.app/), is the one-stop shop for live buying and selling marketplace for plants, crystals, handmade pottery, and decor. The app is not only a live buying and selling marketplace but also offers unique insights into caring for rare and exotic plants where users can tune in to live interactive streaming and watch trusted sellers sell plants, crystals and more in real time. Palmstreet's live streaming provides an immersive and interactive shopping experience like no other. Allowing shoppers to tune in to a live stream where they can engage directly with sellers, ask questions about the products, and even see demonstrations in real time. This creates a dynamic atmosphere where customers can not only discover unique items but also connect with sellers on a personal level to see what exotic plants, crystals, or handmade pottery truly fit into their homes and lifestyles. The Palmstreet app is free to download via iOS and Google Play with new member benefits including free shipping on the first three orders, a 10% off coupon, and a $5 plant credit to be used on your first purchase. Buyers are also able to sign up for free and start selling immediately with easy download or scan the QR code directly off the Palmstreet website.

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  • A New Live Buying & Selling Platform That Fosters Community Engagement, Exceptional Growth for Plants and More
    SAN FRANCISCO, May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Palmstreet, ( https://palmstreet.app/ ), is the one-stop shop for live buying and selling marketplace for plants, crystals, handmade pottery, and decor.
  • Buyers are also able to sign up for free and start selling immediately with easy download or scan the QR code directly off the Palmstreet website .
  • Created by Chen Li , the app, originally a dedicated place for plant parents has now expanded to include a wide range of products.
  • Accessible Anywhere: Live shopping and live classes all in real time at your fingertips.

International Horticultural Exhibition 2024 Chengdu Opens

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Venerdì, Aprile 26, 2024

CHENGDU, China, April 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On April 26th, the International Horticultural Exhibition 2024 Chengdu (Expo 2024 Chengdu or EXPO) officially opened with the central theme of "Park City, Beautiful Habitat", and will continue until October 28th.

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  • CHENGDU, China, April 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On April 26th, the International Horticultural Exhibition 2024 Chengdu (Expo 2024 Chengdu or EXPO) officially opened with the central theme of "Park City, Beautiful Habitat", and will continue until October 28th.
  • Meanwhile, international gardens like those from Montpellier, Manchester and the Berlin "Berlin Iceberg Rose Garden" reflect the diversity and exchanges in global horticulture.
  • During the span of the EXPO, more than 2,000 activities like international flower gardening competition and intangible cultural heritage exhibition will also take place in Chengdu, so as to promote international interactions and collaborations between gardening, horticulture, floriculture and nursery industry, humanities and fine arts.
  • As to why this year's International Horticultural Exhibition is hosted in Chengdu, perhaps people can find the answer in a book by the British horticulturalist and botanist Ernest Henry Wilson.

Inspiring High Country Gardens’ waterwise yard photos debunk myth that xeriscaping is “zeroscaping”. Experts offer advice on getting started this spring.

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Martedì, Aprile 16, 2024

Industry experts share solutions to top concerns when considering a water-saving, turf-reduction project.

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  • Industry experts share solutions to top concerns when considering a water-saving, turf-reduction project.
  • Zero Landscaping: “Zeroscape implies that there are no plants and nothing but rock” shares Shaun Moser, Conservation Garden Park Manager and Localscapes Instructor.
  • Alternatively, Ross Shrigley Executive Director of Plant Select explains “Xeriscaping results in fully planted landscapes, where all the plants touch.
  • Cynthia Bee, Sustainable Landscapes Expert at Utah Water Ways adds “One of the biggest challenges is ‘all or nothing’ thinking.