Meet The Sunnyside Experts
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Blaine Johnson, CHT
What began as a seasonal job has become a full-time career. Blaine is a Certified Horticultural Technician who has experience with concrete fountains, statuary, and landscaping. Currently, Blaine oversees the day-to-day operations in the tree lot.
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Brad Watson
A veteran at Sunnyside Greenhouses Ltd, Brad has over 22 years of experience and knowledge in all aspects of the business. His expertise encompasses patio furniture and hard goods, including pots, fertilizers, chemicals, tools, sprinklers, garden hose, bulbs, and seeds. In addition, Brad assists with the care and management of the pet department.
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Cara Pagnucco, CHT
With a passion for perennials, Cara is a Certified Horticultural Technician who has over 15 years of experience in the horticulture industry. She also holds a pesticide applicator’s license, two diplomas in horticulture, and she is working to complete the Master Gardener Training Program. Currently, she oversees our Tree Lot Information Centre. Through hands-on training, combined with formal education, Cara has gained a wealth of horticultural knowledge and is able to help customers with all kinds of inquires and concerns.
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Darren Fuller, CHT
Darren’s keen interest in horticulture inspired him to become a Certified Horticultural Technician. An expert with live products, Darren focuses on tropical indoor plants, ranging from exotics to all flowering varieties. He specializes in plant care, identification, and information regarding our product lines.
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Dawn Cochran
Dawn’s passion for animals has provided her with over nine years of experience in taking care of the smaller members of our Sunnyside family; our pets. She has developed extensive knowledge through hands-on experience to help customers with any pet-related questions and concerns.
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Jonathan Fong
Jonathan has experience in many departments throughout the store. Currently his main focuses include patio furniture, hard goods, and garden accessories. Jonathan is well-versed with all areas, products, and services. He is known with our customers and staff for his welcoming smile and friendly attitude.
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Michael Lopes, CHT
Michael is a Certified Horticultural Technician. He also holds a diploma in agriculture and a pesticide applicator’s license. He began his career in the greenhouse industry over twenty-five years ago. Although Michael has a vast knowledge of all aspects of gardening, he works mainly with the annual plants during the busy spring season and with his beloved tropical plants throughout the rest of the year.
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Neil Vincent
With over 25 years of retail experience, Neil has extensive knowledge of products, merchandising, and purchasing. He specializes in patio furniture and a diverse line of hard goods, including pots, fertilizers, chemicals, tools, sprinklers, garden hose, bulbs, and seeds.
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Sarah MacDougall
Having great love for the outdoors and respect for the environment, Sarah brings her knowledge, courteous and helpful manner to the tree lot, perennial house and information desk. Sarah is always working with customers and staff to fulfill a positive experience here at Sunnyside.
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