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Hello everyone! Your bees may dip into their stores in the month ahead – especially for protein. Protein patties fed in the fall can greatly bolster the health and vitality of your long-lived winter bees. Continue to feed protein into November. At this time of year...
When we're in the middle of winter and it is dark and dreary, it can seem like spring will never get here. However, we are delighted to fill you in on a secret... some flowering bulbs can be forced to bloom early! You can find relief in the bright colors and sweet...
After the long dry summer, the first few showers serve as a reminder that, for your lawn, fall is spring. Proper care now can help you make the most of your turf for the year to come. All Lawns If your soil is acidic, apply granular lime (either calcium lime or...
As early as mid August, some of the plants around us begin signaling the changing season. By the end of September, the changes - in weather, in social rhythms, and in the plants - are unmistakable. In a show as bright and intense as the spring bloom season, they are...
The back-to-school sale that's worth it. Reduce stress, and improve your focus and well-being by growing houseplants where you learn, study, or teach! Starting Thursday September 12th, we welcome you to enjoy 20% off on all houseplants - any size! Sale applies to...
As the season winds down for our bees, there are a few important considerations to keep in mind to ensure your colony has the best chance for overwintering success. Pollen Stored Ensure your hive has adequate pollen storage – if in doubt, a protein patty is a great...
What is Bare Root? A bare root plant has been dug up from growing in the ground, then immediately processed and directly transported to our garden center. Roots are left bare but protected, and once plants arrive at our nursery they are placed in a mulch mix to keep...
We're here to help you freshen up your planters for fall! During our Fall Planting Days weekend from 11am to 3pm, we welcome you to bring in your pots and planters (14" diameter or smaller) from home, and we'll get your purchased indoor or outdoor plants potted in...
Hope all is well in the hives. Did you know that mid-August is widely considered to be the start of the beekeeping year? By this time your honey supers are off (or should be taken off ASAP - reference our July blog), you’re checking mite levels and treating if...
With long days and warm weather, your plants are growing and flourishing. Unfortunately, the same holds for those plants you don't want. Weeds somehow seem to grow even better than the plants you are taking good care of. Here are some approaches to effective weed...
Do you want to grow a love of nature within your children? One way to make this possible is to make it fun by creating a sensory garden. What kid doesn’t like to be told that they can eat the plant leaf? And if there are edible berries growing, happy memories are sure...
Living in Oregon's Willamette Valley, you very well may have a yard that borders a forest line, oak savannah, grassy field or prairie, or a little mix of all. If you’ve found yourself wondering what you could grow to make the scene more pleasant, then we’re here to...
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