by Nicole Forbes, Master Horticulturalist & Garden Educator, Andrea Melnychenko, Garden Designer & MS Plant Biology | Mar 3, 2026 | Indoor Plants
In Spring, everything starts to wake up, including indoor plants! The emergence of plants and new leaves outdoors means that the time to repot houseplants has arrived. Repotting houseplants is more than just changing containers—we will outline the best approach to...
by Nicole Forbes, Master Horticulturalist & Garden Educator | Feb 19, 2026 | Gardening
Want to learn more about growing beautiful, healthy roses? Discover dozens of stunning varieties at each of our Portland garden centers—whether you’re drawn to vibrant colors, captivating fragrance, or reliable resilience, there’s a perfect rose waiting for you!...
by Nicole Forbes, Master Horticulturalist & Garden Educator, Andrea Melnychenko, Garden Designer & MS Plant Biology | Jan 28, 2026 | Winter Gardening
Hellebores are beautiful, versatile perennials that bloom when the rest of the garden is asleep, bringing year-round interest to the landscape. Hellebores, often called Winter Roses or Lenten Roses, begin blooming in late Winter or early Spring and are perfect for...
by Nicole Forbes, Master Horticulturalist & Garden Educator | Jan 9, 2026 | Gardening
There once was a clever plant that swallowed a fly… and found it absolutely delicious! In certain corners of the world, soils are so nutrient-poor that some plants had to get creative. Instead of relying on the ground for food, they evolved a taste for insects. While...
by Nicole Forbes, Master Horticulturalist & Garden Educator, Andrea Melnychenko, Garden Designer & MS Plant Biology | Jan 5, 2026 | Gardening, Landscaping
Trees provide structure, scale, and a natural focal point—often becoming the tallest and most defining element in a landscape. While many trees grow to towering heights, there are plenty of beautiful trees under 20 feet tall that are perfectly sized for home gardens,...
