What's the best part about fall? Some may say it's the pumpkin lattes and comfort food, the cozy scarves and boots, or the crisp air and refreshing rain showers... the list goes on and on. We may be...
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12 Fantastic Trees Under 20 Feet Tall
By providing structure and acting as the tallest point in most landscapes, trees undeniably "make" a space. While most trees grow to towering heights, there are many excellent trees for the garden...
Gardening With Native Plants
Oregon has over 3,600 species of native plants, while Washington State has over 2,300. From flowering blooms to creeping greenery, Pacific Northwest natives can be used in a variety of...
Made in the Shade: Successful Shade Gardening
In an area with an abundance of trees, one of the biggest challenges for gardeners is shade. Generally, a partially shaded area is one that receives 3 to 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. Wet, dry,...
How to Create Your Own Living Fence With Hedgerows
Sometimes called windbreaks, shelter belts, or conservation buffers, hedgerows are layers of trees, shrubs, flowers, and grasses that create living fences with the ability to grow food, shelter...
Gardening to Attract Birds
The Basic Elements of Habitat Food: seeds, nectar, insects, fruits, and berries Water: bird bath, fountain, water feature, stream/pond, sprinkler Cover/shelter: thickets/hedges, dense shrubs, rock...
7 Underappreciated Shade Plants for the Garden
Shady gardens can pose a challenge to even the most creative gardeners. With limited light, sun-loving plants that make buckets of blooms or delicious fruits just won’t succeed. And all too often...
Gardening to Attract Hummingbirds
A well-planned hummingbird garden will fulfill a bird's basic needs (food, water, shelter, space) and in turn, provide you with hours of enjoyment, entertainment, and connection with nature! Along...
Homegrown Herbs for Cooking & Cocktails
Sip and savor the essence of your garden by harvesting fresh herbs for beverages and light snacks, perfect for your next date night or backyard BBQ. Get ideas for herbal teas, mocktails, cocktails,...
May in the Garden
May brings us an abundance of beautiful flowers and fresh, vigorous growth—the garden is really starting to hit its stride! Our early Spring work is finally paying off, and plants are performing...
How to Design, Plant & Care for a Container Garden in Spring & Summer
Spring is in full bloom and now is the perfect time to refresh your entryway, porch, or patio with colorful container plantings! By sprucing up your pots with fresh color, you can bring new life to...
A Rose for Every Garden
Roses are the quintessential garden plant, captivating us with their luscious petals and their intoxicating fragrance. Roses available today have a wealth of delights to offer the modern gardener....