Don’t Miss Your Chance: Apply for the 2025 Texas Garden Retailer Awards
Published on September 5, 2025
The Texas Garden Retailer Awards (TGRA) shine a spotlight on the very best in our industry — and the deadline to enter is October 3, 2025. If you’ve been waiting to start your application, now’s the time!
Why Enter?
Why Enter?
- Recognition that sets your garden center apart across Texas.
- Celebrate your team’s creativity, customer service, and community involvement.
- Gold winners automatically advance as finalists for Retailer of the Year in their revenue category.
- All winners will be honored at the TNLA Awards Festival during the Lone Star Hort Forum.
- Apply Online: Submit your entry at tnlaonline.org/tgra. Entry fee: $225 for TNLA members, $300 for non-members.
- Upload Photos + Captions: Provide 20 high-quality photos (1280×1024 pixels, 300dpi) with 1–2 sentence captions each.
-
Judging Criteria: Applications are reviewed on Innovation, Quality, Merchandising, and Culture. Gold contenders may receive a visit from a TNLA-selected Secret Shopper.
Tips for Success
Ready to Apply?Show Texas what makes your business stand out. Submit your application before October 3, 2025:
👉 Apply for the 2025 Texas Garden Retailer Awards
-
Start snapping now: Highlight your store in its current seasonal look — fall color, décor, or merchandising displays.
-
Tell the story: Captions are your chance to explain why each photo matters.
-
Focus on strengths: Showcase what sets your business apart, from sustainability practices to community events.
-
Don’t delay: With less than a month until the deadline, completing your entry now ensures you won’t miss out.
Ready to Apply?Show Texas what makes your business stand out. Submit your application before October 3, 2025:
👉 Apply for the 2025 Texas Garden Retailer Awards