We here at NewPro Corp. received a tall cardboard box from Lechuza the other day and when we opened it up we couldn’t decide if the German company sent us their newest container or a work of art. I’m going to be diplomatic and say “both.”

Lechuza's "Diamante"

The 30-inch tall “Diamante” looks like a jewel – and I’m not just picking a flowery adjective. As you can tell by the photo, its surface design is reminiscent of a polished diamond. In fact the word “diamante” originated about 100 years ago in France and means “set with diamonds.”

Similar in size and shape to its “Rondo” cousin, the Diamante is 16 inches in diameter and features an interchangeable plant liner with a recessed frame handle and overflow function along with the familiar Lechuza sub-irrigation system. NewPro is currently evaluating if or when we will carry it – it depends heavily on customer requests and somewhat on industry buzz.

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NewPro’s first photo contest was such a resounding success that I’m announcing another one that focuses on your fall season trade-out projects. Submit project photos for this year — or completed in years past –to be in the running for a $150 cash award. Second and third place winners will receive $100 credit toward a NewPro purchase on our website or phone order.

Wondering what kind of photos we need? Quality! Each image should be hi-resolution (1-3 MB in file size). Images captured by cell and smart phones, generally yield a lower quality image and will not be considered. I recommend using a point-and-shoot or traditional “SLR” camera.

Need some ideas? Your fall trade-outs on tabletops, window planters, floor planters, partition installs, lobby installs are just a few suggestions. When in doubt send it anyway, we want to see it! Photos that feature Gainey Fiberglass and Ceramics or NewPro products such as Vista, PotLuck, Quadrangle and Rockafillers will be given special consideration. Shots of Lechuza containers, Fiberglass Fishbowls and Orchid Bowls, Vista Fine Metallics, and Mega Outdoor Pots are great too.
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