On Wednesday, 14th May, we hosted a special after-hours event at our Newlands site to encourage networking among our valued customers. Over the years, we’ve seen many well-established customers retire, taking with them a wealth of knowledge and experience. This initiative aimed to bridge that gap by connecting newer businesses with seasoned professionals.
We invited a group of 22 customers for a guided tour of the Newlands site, followed by a detailed explanation of how the cash and carry operates. The event was held after hours to avoid disrupting our day-to-day operations and to better accommodate our customers’ busy daytime schedules.
The group included an even split of landscapers and garden designers—what we fondly referred to as “the diggers and the drawers.” Everyone wore name badges, and we provided a printed directory with all attendees’ contact details to encourage follow-up communication. Interestingly, the directory proved almost unnecessary as the group quickly took the initiative to set up a WhatsApp group themselves.
It was fantastic to witness the organic interactions between attendees—many of whom had only previously known each other through Instagram. Several discovered they lived nearby, and conversations quickly turned to potential collaborations, shared challenges, and exchange of ideas.
Overall, the event was a great success.
On Tuesday, 24th June, we were proud to host 16 customers from Whitings and BCA Architects for a nursery tour and lunch. The day was a great success, with guests offering enthusiastic feedback and praise for both the facilities and the warm hospitality.
The visit began with arrivals and a welcome of pastries and hot drinks, followed by a split schedule. Group 1 toured the Newlands site, including informative sessions with the Incoming Goods and Dispatch teams, while Group 2 visited the Cattal site to learn about pest and disease control, beneficial insects, and peat-free growing media. Both groups then came together at Cattal for a propagation demonstration and the chance to view stock highlights and ask questions. Lunch was provided by Johnsons, after which the groups swapped locations to experience the other half of the tour. The day concluded with an optional cash & carry walkthrough before departures at 3:30 PM.
A big thank you to everyone involved in planning and setting up the event—your efforts made it a smooth and enjoyable day for all.
Are you one of our customers? Are you interested in visiting us, and having a tour of our nursery and operations? Get in touch with us today.
Posted 30th Jun 9:33am
