Fresh plants and flowers start to fill the tables at our Garden Centers in Spring, but don’t forget to take a walk inside to browse our gorgeous range of Summer-blooming bulbs available now! Some of...
The Whys & Hows of Mulch
Mulching over the tops of new or existing beds in your landscape is one of the best investments you can make for the health of your garden. Find out more about what mulch is and why, when, and how...
A Guide to Spring Flowering Trees
Countless flowers appear at once, exploding out of thin, bare branches. The grey lines of dormant limbs that crisscross the cloudy sky suddenly release blossoms in a flurry of pinks and whites. The...
Growing the Best Backyard Berries in the PNW
Picking and eating your own homegrown berries, still warm from the sun, is one of the greatest pleasures a gardener can know. The flavor and quality of blueberries, strawberries, or raspberries...
All About Roses: Selection, Planting & Care
Looking for roses? Well, you've come to the right place! We have dozens of varieties for you to choose from at each of our Portland garden center locations, including grandiflora roses, floribunda...
March in the Garden
March is the first month of Spring and the last month of Winter, often shifting between these two seasons at the drop of a hat. As new life emerges from the ground, this is a great time to do some...
Amazing Scent & Winter Blooms of the Daphne odora Plant
The fragrance of Daphne odora, or Winter Daphne, is iconic and signifies the start of Spring in a way that few other plants can match. It is a shrub that brings energy and life to coincide with the...
The Whys & Hows of Dormant Winter Pruning
Pruning in the winter months before plants are actively growing is essential for plant health—it allows for the removal of old, tired growth, creating space for the plant to reinvigorate itself....
Starting Seeds Indoors
Starting plants from seed is an immensely rewarding experience and an economical way to grow a garden. There are several clear advantages to growing plants from seed: Access to a wide selection of...
Valentine’s Day Gifts Inspired by Your Love Story
Love is a many-splendored thing and worth marking with intention in February. Whether you're using Valentine’s Day to demonstrate your love for your partner, your closest friend, or a dear family...
7 Romantic Plants for Garden Lovers
Soft, blousy blooms in shades of white and pink. Fragrance that lights up the garden. Names that evoke love and longing. Glossy, heart-shaped leaves... All these characteristics and more can be...
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....
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