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Interest growing for natural landscapes that perform

By Erica Browne Grivas — Posted July 21, 2026

As home gardeners and municipalities increasingly embrace naturalistic gardens, they have become a force in the green industry. 

Filed Under: Plant Features

For nearly five decades, Gary English has been rooted in service and committed to excellence

By Erica Browne Grivas — Posted May 20, 2026

For more than 30 years, Gary English has been a steady presence in Oregon’s nursery industry — arriving early, staying late, and nurturing both plants and people.

Filed Under: Member Profile

Shrubs are stepping into the spotlight as visually appealing plants

By Erica Browne Grivas — Posted May 20, 2026

A new generation of cultivars and overlooked performers deliver multi-functionality and beauty, while asking for little in return.

Filed Under: Plant Features

Oregon nurseries are capitalizing on natives

By Erica Browne Grivas — Posted April 22, 2026

Growing demand for native plants creates challenges and opportunities for nurseries

Filed Under: Uncategorized

Japanese maples are always in style

By Erica Browne Grivas — Posted March 24, 2026

Collectors and new developments mean Japanese maples are still one of the hottest sellers.

Filed Under: Plant Features Tagged With: Japanese Maple

Retail nurseries harness the power of loyalty

By Erica Browne Grivas — Posted January 6, 2026

Successful retail nursery rewards programs keep gardeners coming back for more

Filed Under: Retail Garden Centers

Profile: Monrovia Nursery Company

By Erica Browne Grivas — Posted November 24, 2025

Monrovia Nursery Company — now based in Dayton, Oregon — is the nation’s largest grower of premium plants by sales and container acreage.

Filed Under: Oregon Nursery Country

Hedgerows are making a comeback

By Erica Browne Grivas — Posted July 23, 2025

The staple of European agriculture provides a profitable, practical approach to biodiversity

Filed Under: Nursery Operations

Color-shifting shrubs keep the excitement going all year long

By Erica Browne Grivas — Posted May 22, 2025

Color-changing shrubs keep the garden exciting year-round, and they’re a trend that’s catching on with gardeners and landscapers.

Filed Under: Uncategorized

New frontiers for Japanese snowbells

By Erica Browne Grivas — Posted March 25, 2025

Styrax japonicus is catching the eyes of gardeners and greater attention from growers

Filed Under: Plant Features Tagged With: Flowering trees

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AmericanHort president and CEO to step down

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Managing Phytophthora: timing, temperature and emerging threats

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OAN leads grower-driven Japanese beetle solution

Prioritizing nursery pest challenges

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FARWEST SHOW UPDATES

2026 Farwest Show issues calls for speakers

Excitement, optimism prevail at 2025 Farwest Show

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Youngblood Nursery wins Best in Show booth honors at the 2025 Farwest Show

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The Value of Membership

OAN members see benefits and rewards from serving ag industry organizations

AmericanHort president and CEO to step down

OAN honors industry leaders at 2025 Convention

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