Experience an explosion of color at Swan Island Dahlias
By Linda Langelo Swan Island Dahlias began as a humble operation, growing dahlias on just one acre, and has expanded to nearly 50 acres. In 1963, Nick and Margaret Gitts […]
Is it a good or bad bug?
Ever wonder if that bug in your yard is a friend or a foe? IPM, or integrated pest management, is the best way to manage pests in the garden while […]
Azaleas vs. Rhododendrons
If you’re unsure of the difference between azaleas and rhododendrons, you’re definitely not alone. After all, you may have heard the phrase all azaleas are rhododendrons, but not all rhododendrons […]
Some nursery pots are recyclable!
Spring planting season means new plants — and, often, a growing stack of empty nursery pots. If you don’t have a plan to reuse them, recycling nursery pots helps keep […]
Gardening is good for the mind and the body, report finds
While there are many ways for older adults to stay active, maintain mental well-being and engage with others, one hobby stands out for its simplicity and accessibility. Gardening. A new […]
Al’s Garden & Home opens pop-up in Bend
Fans of Al’s Garden & Home who live in Bend can rejoice. The retail nursery is bringing the color, quality and expertise that fans have come to love about them […]
New cascading Hydrangea provide new options for hanging baskets and containers
Proven Winners® ColorChoice® has released the Fairytrail® series of Cascade Hydrangeas® that provide more options for home gardeners. Unlike traditional mophead or panicle hydrangeas, these varieties feature dramatically trailing stems […]
Your passport to gardens less traveled
Oregon has an abundance of natural beauties across the state, including public gardens. Among the more famous are the International Rose Test Garden in Portland, The Oregon Garden in Silverton, […]
A comprehensive guide to boxwood
Boxwood (Buxus), sometimes referred to as box tree, is a broadleaf evergreen shrub that’s been a landscape staple for many, many years. In fact, it’s one of the oldest-known garden […]
Retail Nursery Spotlight – My Patio Tree
MyPatioTree makes it easy to bring a show-stopping flowering tree to your patio or small yard with a curated selection of proven varieties from trusted brands like Proven Winners, Bloomin’ Easy, and Monrovia—delivered right to your door in protective packaging. Every purchase also supports Plant With Purpose’s reforestation work, so you can grow something beautiful and do some good at the same time.