by Andrea Melnychenko, Garden Designer & MS Plant Biology | May 26, 2026 | Summer Gardening
Tropical plants infuse flamboyant drama and excitement into Pacific Northwest landscapes and container gardens. Available as Spring ends and Summer begins, Tropical plants arrive in our Portland-area nurseries from local Oregon growers looking full, fabulous, and...
by Andrea Melnychenko, Garden Designer & MS Plant Biology | May 26, 2026 | Container Gardening
Tropical landscapes and container gardens use big, bold foliage and dramatic flowers to create lush, immersive experiences and add excitement to any outdoor living area. For gardeners in the Pacific Northwest, tropical container gardens are an ideal way to bring the...
by Andrea Melnychenko, Garden Designer & MS Plant Biology | May 22, 2026 | Summer Gardening
Immerse your senses in the heady fragrance of blooming plants! Fragrant plants are essential to creating a welcoming Summer garden. Introducing spicy, sweet, or woody floral scents into the garden adds a new dimension to your outdoor space. We’ve selected a list of...