Years Established:

1983

Property Type:

Lease

FF&E:

$ 57,000

Inventory Value:

$ 1,392,000

Premise Details:

This company is registered as an S-Corporation and headquartered in New Hampshire. They operate from a 20 acres 5 buildings facility that includes a 5000 sq. ft of showroom, main office, loam compost structure, small greenhouse, maintenance garage, warehouse, and nursery shed. They also own and operate a bark processing yard in Massachusetts, a Very Large parcel of gravel pit in Maine and a 37-acre site used as a stone transfer yard in New York.

Competition:

Stocking specialty products and offering a wide selection of merchandise within a category helps garden center and farm supply store differentiate from competition.

Expansion Potential:

Business can capitalize on the growing environmental movement by stocking more organic lawn and garden products or plants with low water needs. Offering locally grown or native plants and customized container plantings also advantages store. Garden centers have experienced an increase in sales for edibles and vegetable seeds, according to a Today's Garden Center survey. The popularity of vegetable gardening has helped increase interest in edibles and seeds. More consumers are seeking to grow their own food in efforts to save money and promote health. By going beyond retailing and offering industry expertise and advice, company can develop valuable customer relationships and loyalty. Many gardeners and hobby farmers are DIYers and often require help when attempting projects. Knowledgeable staff can help customers select proper plants and prevent unsuccessful plantings. Offering landscape design generates an alternative revenue source and can help company sell more plants. Even experienced farmers and gardeners can appreciate staff versed in current trends and new products.

Employees:

35 + 10

Support & Training:

The owners are willing to stay with the Company during a transition period in order to ensure a seamless transfer of ownership.

Reason For Selling:

Retirement