Adam, our head of sales, visits stores constantly. He recently visited Green Earth Garden Supplies in Surrey, British Colombia, and got some great information about their shop for our blog. I love how even though I’ve never been there, I can tell I would love the store by the massive ammounts of thriving and beautiful plants that I can see growing inside the window! Owner Bob took some time to share about Green Earth Garden Supplies.

GH Blog: Where did the inspiration for opening a grow shop come from?

Green Earth: I’ve worked within different areas of the industry for 10 years. I got my start with a manufacturer/wholesaler in 1999 and later got into retail where I managed a shop for 5 years. When the opportunity came up, my partner and I bought the store and Green Earth Garden Supplies was born.

GH Blog: What sorts of growing products do you specialize in?

Green Earth: My partner and I have a combination of 25 years of indoor gardening knowledge. We consider this to be our main specialty. We sell everything to meet our customers’ indoor gardening needs.

GH Blog: Do your customers mostly grow in soil or hydro systems?

Green Earth: We have 80% soil customers and 20% hydro customers.

GH Blog: What is your favorite product?

Green Earth: Flora Blend for sure. Also love the Flora Nectar, awesome stuff guys.

GH Blog: In your geographical area, what are the most pressing environmental concerns? Is it heat? Pests? Humidity? And tell us what product you recommend to customers that come to your store trying to combat the problem?

Green Earth: All of the above problems exist so we have to be able to trouble shoot all of these concerns frequently. I can proudly say between Daren, Liana and myself, that anyone who comes in to our store will leave with the right knowledge and products that will allow them to overcome all of their environmental challenges.

GH Blog: Can you give us a growing tip?

Green Earth: Always keep your garden clean. Get your climate in check. Having a “bang on” room or green house is a major key to success. Don’t cheap out or cut corners.

Get in touch with Green Earth Garden Supplies by phoning 604-532-7106