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April 2020

By Bill Goloski — Posted March 31, 2020

Wholesale growers share their experiences with jumping into direct-to-consumer sales after making practical decisions to align their supply chains. April’s issue also holds the first of a two-part series on white blooming plants. Researchers also study using ultraviolet light to control powdery mildew in a greenhouse setting. In this issue: Visions of white: A series […]

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March 2020

By Bill Goloski — Posted March 3, 2020

Take a look at the next wave of annual, perennial, and woody favorites breeders and growers are introducing to the marketplace, and copy down some notes from our valuable column on plant patent and copyright protections. Growers will also benefit from tips for detecting boxwood blight symptoms in the field. In this issue: The next […]

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February 2020

By Bill Goloski — Posted January 29, 2020

Growers are finding new markets with medical facilities as they invest in garden spaces to assist with patient care. Producers are also keeping a tight grip on offering credit to their customers in partners to manage finances. Also in this issue, Todd Nelson shares his background and thoughts on the industry, Mike Darcy predicts a […]

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January 2020 – Nursery Country Issue

By Bill Goloski — Posted January 6, 2020

With its rich volcanic soil, mild weather, and natural resources, Oregon is a great place for wholesale and retail garden center growers. Meet the fantastic business partners who are just one part of Oregon’s nearly one-billion-dollar nursery and greenhouse industry. Here’s a peek at the featured nurseries: Also in this issue, researchers discuss fire blight, […]

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December 2019

By Bill Goloski — Posted November 29, 2019

For anyone looking for inspiration to start their own nursery business or pass their existing operation on to a fresh owner, the Transition Issue shares the stories of many different industry professionals. Articles provide step-by-step guidance for managing a successful succession, transition models, and other planning resources.   In this issue: In the beginning: Startup nurseries […]

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November 2019

By Bill Goloski — Posted November 5, 2019

The Transportation Issue offers insight on how nurseries work closely with shippers to keep their products rolling and customers satisfied. We talked to growers about their efficient processes and well-managed teams to quickly get orders on the road. Plus, OSU researchers test treatment tools against Nostoc, a nuisance on many growing operations. In this issue: Keep […]

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October 2019

By Bill Goloski — Posted September 30, 2019

Learn how retail nurseries are bringing customers into the stores during the off-season. Plus, Christmas tree farmers who weathered through the rough recession share their outlook on the future, and Oregon State University talks about their new hazelnut cultivars. In this issue: Retail for the holidays: Garden centers transform themselves into destinations for fall and […]

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August 2019 — Digger: Farwest Edition

By Bill Goloski — Posted July 31, 2019

The August issue of Digger is your guide to the Farwest Show. You’ll find details on exhibitors, seminars, social events, trade show floor features, tours and much more! Meet us there, August 21­­–23! Also in this issue, our writers share some unexpected picks for ornamental shrubs and creative solutions for ground covers. OAN members Kelleygreen […]

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July 2019

By Bill Goloski — Posted June 25, 2019

Growers share their favorite selections of small trees, conifers and weepers that consumers are looking for, but are still feasible to produce in wholesale quantities. Also in this issue, Amanda Staehely of Columbia Nursery talks about being a member of OAN leadership, and researchers provide a helpful guide for managing pests causing irrigation drip tape […]

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June 2019

By Bill Goloski — Posted May 29, 2019

We explore how ornamental edibles are changing the rules of landscape design. Plus, we share recommended steps to take if you receive an unsolicited offer to purchase your business, and some best practices for testing for Phythophthora in irrigation systems. Mike Darcy also checks in on spring sales at Portland-area garden centers. In this issue: […]

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NURSERY NEWS

Terra Gardens owner’s gesture for his mother opens the door to other wheelchair-bound gardeners

OAN announces 2025 Friends of Nurseries award winners

OAN leads grower-driven Japanese beetle solution

AmericanHort president and CEO to step down

In memoriam: Bill Van Belle

Longtime employee buys Heritage Seedlings and Liners

In Memoriam: Melvin John Steffenson

New USDA Census of Hort arriving in mailboxes this month

More Nursery News

From the pages of Digger

March: The Perennials Issue

February: The Greenhouse Issue

January 2026: The Retail Issue

November 2025: The Transportation Issue

October 2025

More issues of Digger

Pests and Diseases

OAN leads grower-driven Japanese beetle solution

Prioritizing nursery pest challenges

New tools in the battle against thrips

Aiming for precision in pest control

Oregon’s nursery licensing program aims to keep the entire industry healthy

More articles

FARWEST SHOW UPDATES

2026 Farwest Show issues calls for speakers

Excitement, optimism prevail at 2025 Farwest Show

Dazzling plants, products garner Retailer’s Choice Awards

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

Glow Sticks Fescue wins top honors from judges at Farwest Show’s New Varieties Showcase 

More Updates from Farwest

The Value of Membership

AmericanHort president and CEO to step down

OAN honors industry leaders at 2025 Convention

Meet the Leader: Patrick Peterson

More member stories

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