Think how J. Guy, president of Carolina Nurseries in Moncks Corner, S.C., feels when he sees how Novalis has grown and succeeded. A mere five years ago, Novalis was just an idea in Guy’s head. Now it’s a large, thriving network of growers providing premium lines of plants to independent garden centers.

For his actions, J. Guy has been named the 2007 NMPRO Nursery Grower of the Year, sponsored by Agrium Advanced Technologies. This award also recognizes Guy’s leadership and achievements in employee safety.

In July 2006, lightning struck Carolina Nurseries and five employees were injured. Guy has since consulted with national experts and created a lightning safety program that could set the standard for the industry.

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