The sun is out, and plants are starting to put on noticeable growth which means flower buds are transforming into beautiful blooms. We are here to help you grow what makes you feel good. So here is your guide to the magnificent variety of flowering plants that are...
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Growing Guidance for Container Gardening with Shrubs and More
Here are four essential steps to make sure your potted plant flourishes: CONTAINER & PLANT SELECTION If you want to grow plantings for long-term enjoyment, then choose plants that are hardy to our USDA zone 7 or 8, and hardy to USDA 5. Match the size of the...
Mother’s Day Gifts – We Deliver!
Show Some Love for Mother's Day There is nothing comparable to a Mother's love. No words can adequately describe it. No gift can truly represent the depth of gratitude for it. Whether your Mom is near or far, here or passed on, we hope you can create some time and...
Your Bees in May
. May is here, and our goal is to help the bees reach maximum colony strength at blackberry blossom in June. The bee brood developing right now is going to bring in the food that provisions the colony through fall and winter, and your personal honey harvest as well....
Perennials that Support Hummingbird & Butterfly Habitat
A wholesome habitat for wildlife offers more than flowers. When growing a place for hummingbirds and butterflies to find refuge, there are a few aspects to consider that will help meet all their needs. Meeting Their Needs Use shrubs, like Flowering Quince...
Annual Planting Days | May 3-5
Join Us for Our Annual Spring Planting Days! 11am to 3pm | Friday, May 3 to Sunday, May 5 We’re here to help you grow a beautiful container garden! Bring your pots and containers 14″ and smaller, and we’ll plant your purchased blooming flowers, vegetables, and herbs...
When Should I Plant Vegetable Starts?
Do you feel like you are falling behind the planting season? Concerned that you have run out of time to plant your favorite fresh garden crop? You're not alone. The schedule for marketing and selling vegetable plant starts for planting in the garden is...
Trees for Spring Blooms in the Willamette Valley
Few plants have more impact on your landscape than trees. Here are a few highlights of spring flowering trees that will grow in your Willamette Valley landscape. Large Trees Robinia 'Purple Robe Locust' - 40 ft Tall x 30 ft Wide Highly fragrant and very...
Quick Guide to Annual Geraniums
Aw, the beauty of growing Pelargonium species geraniums. This South African warm-season bloomer graces our Willamette Valley Oregon outdoor containers, hanging baskets and flower beds from spring through fall. Not only are the blooms long-lasting, they’re also found...
Missed a Class? Our Spring Class Recordings are on YouTube!
We try our best to offer learning opportunities that fit the lifestyles of our customers and the workflow of our staff. We apologize if you weren't able to attend one of our classes, but know that they were recorded and are available to watch anytime on our Shonnard's...
Shonnard’s Sweet Honeybee Photo Contest
Are you a nature lover, a gardener, a beekeeper, or a photographer? Everyone is welcome to participate in the Shonnard’s Sweet Honeybee Photo Contest! We are looking for bee and beekeeping related photos, including but not limited to: Honeybees in the hive Honeybees...
Package Bees Pick-up Day – Saturday April 20th
PACKAGE BEE PICK UP DAY SATURDAY April 20th There will not be extra packages to purchase on pick-up day; you must have placed a pre-order in order to get bees. The pick-up times below are suggestions aimed at reducing waiting time when you arrive - you may certainly...
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