Breeders are focusing on extending flowering season and improving plant and flower structure
Tree-form shrubs give a big bang in a small space
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As the demand grows for container gardening on patios, nurseries are responding by offering shrubs that have been shaped into trees. These can create a large impact in a small space. Brothers Chris and Josh Robinson grew up in the nursery industry. In 2008, they officially joined their family’s business, Robinson Nursery Inc. (Farwest booth […]
Perennials that beat the heat
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Breeders are developing plants to meet increased demand for heat-resistant, sun-tolerant perennials
Consumer fascination with hues of red, pink and burgundy is fueling a growing tropical plant trend
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Tropical plants with red leaves or flowers have been popular for a long time, but consumer fascination shows no signs of waning.
Plants with dark, rich tones are striking consumers’ fancy
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Goth gardens celebrate deep purples, velvety blacks and smoky greens to create spaces that are both mysterious and elegant.
Profile: Columbia Nursery
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Columbia Nursery specializes in growing rare and unique conifers and Japanese maples.
Foodscaping incorporates edibles into ornamental landscapes
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The concept of incorporating edible plants into ornamentals is known as foodscaping. It’s of interest not just to consumers, but the retailers and growers who serve them.
New cultivars are breathing new life into Weigela
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Growers have developed new Weigela cultivars with more flowers and more compact forms with denser branches that don’t need to be pruned.
Working with the ODA, nurseries develop sterile varieties of Buddleja
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Butturfly Bush (Buddleja) is in high demand because it’s easy to grow and it’s a magnet for hummingbirds and butterflies.
Green drenching creates peaceful garden spaces
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Gardeners are tapping green’s soothing nature to create peaceful spaces, and nurseries are following suit.