Why Garden Centers Say No (And How to Change That)

Have you ever been told "no" when you asked a garden center about special ordering a plant… or wondered why you can't just buy plugs instead of finished plants? In this video, I'm responding to two viewer questions that touch on a common frustration gardeners have: why some requests that seem simple aren't always so simple behind the scenes. We'll talk about: 🌿 Why many garden centers are willing to special order plants — and why timing matters 🌿 What to expect if a garden center agrees to order something just for you 🌿 Why buying plugs isn't as straightforward as it might seem 🌿 Minimum tray sizes, availability, and other realities of the wholesale world 🌿 Why the answer isn't always "no" — and how asking a different question can sometimes lead to a better solution Whether you're trying to save money, searching for a specific variety, or simply curious about how the nursery industry works, I hope this conversation helps bridge the gap between what customers see and what garden centers are dealing with behind the scenes. As always, my goal isn't to tell you not to ask — it's to help you understand why the answer may not always be what you expect, and how to improve your chances of hearing "yes." 🌱 Thanks for watching! ____ Join this channel to get access to perks:    / @upnorthgardenmi   Corey's Charts from Videos: https://upnorthgarden.com/hydrangea-o...