SHOW GUIDE WE'LL BE THERE August 23-25, 2017 The Biggest Show in the West at the Oregon Convention Center www.FarwestShow.com BE FAR FROM ORDINARY at FARWEST NEW HOURS! AUGUST 23–25, 2017 / PORTLAND, OREGON WEDNESDAY NOON–5PM / THURSDAY 10AM–5PM / FRIDAY 10AM–2PM Farwest offers thecomplete trade show experience. With over 400 exhibitors, Farwest is your connection to EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES the horticulture industry. Whether you’re a grower, retail- Advance your career and business through skill develop- er, wholesale buyer, supplier or a landscape professional, ment and networking at more than 75 seminars, classes you will find a host of new ideas to increase efficiency, and workshops. sales and profitability. TOURS KEYNOTE SPEAKER — FREE! WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 24 WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 23 AT 11AM, ROOM C123 The Gateway to Nursery Country! FREE to Registered Farwest Attendees Sponsored by: and Exhibitors The Farwest Show is truly the gateway to Nursery Coun- Thriving businesses are driven by leader- try. These annual tours help you simplify the process of ship and principles that facilitate success choosing where to start from over 600 Oregon nurseries. and stand the test of time. Companies Take this opportunity to engage with other nursery pro- built on strong foundations lead and fessionals and gain valuable knowledge to add to your influence company culture throughout career bank. We have a tour to fit any job description. generations. Terri McEnaney, President There’s something for everyone — now you just have to of Bailey Nurseries, will deliver this choose which one is for you. year’s keynote address, “Connections: Cultivating Your Company and Your Tour 1: Out West Professional Life.” Terri is a fourth-gen- eration leader at Bailey Nurseries and This tour highlights growers located west of Portland. This a highly recognized leader in horticulture throughout the tour’s focus is on growing successful plant material, from the United States and worldwide. She has been instrumental grower to the retail outlet and all the way to the customer. in the nursery’s growth for over 25 years. She has served Whether you are in plant production, retail buying or mer- on the board of many notable organizations, including chandising, you will gain valuable knowledge about how to AmericanHort, Horticultural Research Institute and HRI’s source and sell your plant material. Seed Your Future Initiative. She will explore how connec- • Eshraghi Nursery • Blooming Nursery tions between growers and among individual professionals • Farmington Gardens • Bailey Nurseries help our industry to thrive. Tour 2: Conifer Production Tour – Coniferific Enjoy a conifer-focused wholesale nursery tour. Conifers are hotter than ever in garden centers and landscapes. This tour will focus on growing the best conifers and show you innovative growing techniques as well as a sneak peek at excellent nurseries in the Willamette Valley that offer superb conifer plant material. • Youngblood Nursery • The Oregon Garden • Peace of Mind Nursery • Western Evergreen Tour 3: Retail Garden Centers of Portland – Secret Garden Discover the “Secret Garden” Centers in and near Portland, Oregon. Visit retail oases in the city and meet the stellar garden centers just beyond the city along the Columbia River. If you are a garden designer, nursery manager or retail plant merchandiser, this tour is for you. Each location offers unique style, aesthetic and exemplary plant knowledge. • Pistils Nursery • Cistus Design Nursery • Thicket Outdoor Living • Pomarius Nursery • Joy Creek Nursery 52 August 2017 Digger Farwest Edition Show Guide RETAILER IDEA CENTER Sponsored by: WALK THE SHOW FLOOR WITH EXPERTS The Retailer Idea Center mini-sessions take WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 23 AT 1PM place on the Trade Show Floor and are FREE with your Trade Show Pass. The sessions cover a “Trend Spotting” with Brie Arthur variety of topics to help you gather quick insight and stay Join Brie Arthur for a conversational walk ahead of the curve, from digital marketing to design and through the trade show floor. Hear her ex- merchandising. See Page 64. pert opinion on what’s new and exciting in the industry and distinguish where to find Sponsored by: GROWER SOLUTION CENTER it at Farwest. Brie has a keen eye for notic- ing new trends in the plant availability and The Grower Solution Center offers quick garden center markets. instructional sessions to help growers solve troublesome challenges they might encounter with soil health, pest and disease issues and new technology. The THURSDAY, AUGUST 24 AT 1PM sessions are FREE with your Trade Show Pass. Look for details on Page 65. “Plant Spotting” with Sean Hogan Led by Sean Hogan of Cistus Design Nurs- NEW VARIETIES SHOWCASE Sponsored by: ery, walk the show floor with a plant con- noisseur’s perspective on where to source SEE THE MOST IMPRESSIVE NEW plants at Farwest. The Northwest plant PLANTS ON THE MARKET palette is constantly evolving. Many plants thrive in our climate and are underutilized by growers Find a large variety of new plants in this popular and in nurseries. show feature. The New Varieties Showcase puts a spotlight on new and improved selections for gardens across the na- Meet at the show main entrance under the Dragon Boat tion. You’ll find exciting new plants that will grow your busi- in C Lobby. ness, beautify your surroundings and elevate your custom- ers’ gardens. Grab the easy-to-read Macore tags identifying plant information and licensed growers so you can easily RETAILERS’ CHOICE AWARDS find the Farwest exhibitors offering them for sale. JUDGING WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 23 NEW PRODUCTS SHOWCASE Join fellow retail- ers as you find NEW AND EXCITING PRODUCTS TO HELP and share the YOUR BUSINESS REACH THE NEXT LEVEL best new prod- ucts, supplies and Discover new ways to enhance your production practices, green goods available at the 2017 Farwest Show. expand your retail product offerings and increase your workplace efficiency. The New Products Showcase offers Retailers will meet up with Danny Summers, The Gar- modern solutions and highlights the latest in green in- den Center Group’s Managing Director, at show opening dustry products. These featured products are new to the at noon on Wednesday, August 23, at the show main U.S. market (introduced in either 2016 or 2017), and some entrance in C Lobby (under the Dragon Boat). You’ll make their debut here at Farwest! receive guidelines and a nominating form. Working at your own pace, you’ll then discover YOUR favorite new GROWING TRENDS SHOWCASE products as you explore the show floor. The group will reconvene at 5pm in Room A103 to turn in URBAN LIFESTYLE GARDENING nominations, find out what others found and select the Vertical elements, farm-to-table, curb appeal — all this winners. The awards presentation will be at 3pm Thurs- and more is on display in the Growing Trends Showcase. day, August 24 in the Retailer Idea Center. Urban Lifestyle Gardening is here to stay and this year’s display features popular consumer trends and how you can create them in landscaping or at your garden center. MORE SHOW INFORMATION In addition to display and merchandising ideas, find out Show at a Glance ...........................................................................55 which growers are producing the plants that fit these Find Your Way Around.........................................................56–57 unique design trends and get connected with the show Find Your Network — Social Events ......................................59 exhibitors ready to provide them to you. Find Your Network — Networking Events ..........................59 Seminars at a Glance ............................................................ 61–62 Retailer Idea Center .................................................................... 64 Grower Solution Center ..............................................................65 Come to Farwest, Portland Dining and Lodging .......................................... 66–67 The Biggest Show in the West Exhibitors by Product .......................................................... 68–71 Exhibitors by Alphabetical Order ...................................73–93 Register now at www.FarwestShow.com New Products Showcase .................................................... 95–97 www.FarwestShow.com #FarwestShow 53 Let’s grow something good together Oregon Association of Nurseries Leonard Adams Insurance Access more plan options and 5201 SW Westgate Drive lower rates through the Oregon Portland, OR 97221-2424 Association of Nurseries. 503-296-0077 866-907-1850 Visit our exhibitor booth (No. 14026) during the Farwest Show, Aug. 23-25. 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