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Web Development and Custom Websites

Looking for a totally unique website built from scratch? We will create a custom website according to your requests, challenges and individual circumstances. Our web design department can work with you to create a site that fits your image, unique situation and budget. TEMPLATE WEBSITES Our template websites are designed to promote maximum customer response while requiring minimal effort from you and your staff. Portfolio,photo album and other custom pages are also available for an additional fee.

Benefits of a template website: Seasonal article updates, 6 times per year, that you edit - Outstanding graphics, content and design 0 Low monthly fee - Easy to personalize and maintain CMS WEBSITES Content Management System (CMS) websites are designed to provide you with the efficiency and flexibility of managing your own content and images. It affords you the opportunity to add additional content and images beyond what we provide. The ability to immediately add,delete and change content is at your fingertips 24/7/365. Benefits of a (CMS) Content Management System Site: - Low monthly fee - same as the template websites - Allows additional content and images beyond what we provide, to be added your website - Manage who creates, edits and changes your content - Allows you to add or update important information easily, frequently and quickly at any time that is convenient for you and your staff - FREE training A well designed website clearly and accurately conveys your brand. A well maintained and promoted website has the ability to generate more business and a greater awareness of the products and services that you offer. Garden Center Solutions offers comprehensive web packages that include the design, construction, copywriting, maintenance and hosting of your website,as well as domain name registration,site management and search engine optimization.We can also supply valuable statistics about your website including hit counts, viewer information and traffic reports.

Website development services offered:

• Professional web design
• E-commerce
• Content Management Systems (CMS)
• Database management
• Website statistics packages
• Website analysis

Plastic Postcards

Distinguish yourself from the competition with this unique direct mail piece that will stand out amongst the clutter in your customers' mailboxes. Plastic postcards have a fantastic redemption rate, up to 52% reported with a targeted list! Why not bring them in twice, at no additional cost, with our 2-card option? Campaign results are easily measured with POS compatible barcodes or with customer codes and our easy-to-use tracking website.

• 1 and 2-card options available
• Customer code, barcode or magnetic striping
• Easy to track and compatible with your POS
• Variable data lets you personalize your offer
• Gauge your campaign success with our convenient tracking website

Postcards

Postcards promise profits, prompt action and are one of the most cost-effective advertising tools. When used consistently, postcards are one of the best ways to embed your name and professional image into the minds of your customers.Get the quality you deserve - our postcards are 14pt stock with a high gloss coating that pops!

BASIC SIZES
Standard- 4.25" x 6"
Jumbo - 5.5" x 8.5"
Super - 5.75" x 11"
Folding - 12" x 9" (folds to 6" x 9")
Specialty sizes also available

Every Door Direct Mailer (EDDM)

This program from the US Postal Service provides saturated mailings to specific carrier routes in your area, for a fraction of the regular postage costs. GCS works with you to find the best areas to target, using demographic information for your chosen zip codes. We then design and print your custom postcard, finalize your paperwork, and send you everything you need to take to the post office to complete your mailing. With EDDM you can:

• Target specific neighborhoods near your store
• Print as few as 500 pieces for your mailing
• Complete a mailing in about two weeks (from art approval)

Planting Guides

Knowledge is power! Another creative way to differentiate your business is to provide written instructions to educate your customer in planting and plant care. Our Planting Guide includes your guarantee and recommended products resulting in increased sales, customer success and reduced refunds due to plant failure.

Choose from our Planting Guide templates, edit the content,add your guarantee and include your list of recommended products.We will insert your logo,store information and any other pertinent information to make this piece truly unique to your business.

Size - 8.5" x 11"(folds to 8.5" x 3.75")

Email Campaigns

Email Marketing is a fast, effective and economical way to keep your customers informed about new products, services, special promotions and events. Customized email campaigns are one of the most flexible marketing tools with an outstanding return on investment.

Email Marketing services include:

• List building and hosting
• Email design and delivery
• Email campaign management
• Campaign result tracking
• Email integration into social media

Newsletters, Flyers & Brochures

Promote your image as a customer-oriented independent garden center. Newsletters, flyers and brochures, that provide specific information to make your customers successful, add a personal touch that big box stores can't compete with.

• 2, 4 or 6 page layouts
• Half or tri-folded for mailing
• Use your content or ours, or a combination
• Beautiful, eye-catching graphics

Loyalty Programs

Create customer loyalty and zero in on your target market with loyalty cards or key tags. Our programs include single cards, cards with key tags or simple key tags.

We offer templated designs or custom layouts with corresponding brochures, signage,buttons and other promotional material to get your program off to a great start. By implementing a loyalty program, you can identify your customer's buying habits and effectively target your marketing dollars to be used most effectively.

Gift Cards

Professional plastic gift cards can result in an increase in sales over traditional paper gift certificates (from 50% - 300%). Choose from a traditional 'gift card' style or 'hanging gift card' that can be easily displayed anywhere in your store.

Complete Branding Package

Branding - it is the fundamental footing of any successful business. It clearly conveys to the consumer who you are and what they can expect from you. Effective marketing increases sales. Effective branding increases loyalty, turning customers into advocates, even campaigners, for your business.

Garden Center Solutions is one of the few leading marketing strategy companies in the country that specializes in IGC branding. We guide our clients through the process of brand development with a distinctive and effective approach combined with exceptional design.

Our offerings include: Brand Strategy, Brand Implementation & Design, and Brand Management