Smartphones are everywhere these days — even in the garden. These digital devices can be useful tools for growing a new generation of gardeners.

Millennials in the garden, and much more

People born around the turn of the 21st century are digitally obsessed and socially charged — and they’re the fastest growing group of garden consumers in the country. Learn all about Millennials in the December issue of Digger magazine. Download a PDF of this article

Other features in the new issue include:

Thankful for blessings: OAN President Mark Bigej says it is a great time to give thanks — and get involved. Download a PDF of this article

Positive signs for garden centers: Retailers are looking to build on last year’s strong sales by capitalizing on the key trends for 2017. Download a PDF of this article

Helping horticulture find its niche: The goal of NICH (National Initiative for Consumer Horticulture) is to get 90 percent of U.S. households gardening by 2025. Download a PDF of this article

Seven wonders of the OAN Convention: When the industry gets together at Convention, memories get made. Download a PDF of this article

You can also read this month’s flipbook edition of Digger (Flash required; fast connection recommended). Please send your comments on the issue to editor Curt Kipp at [email protected].