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Olive trees may be perfect for arid Oregon summers

By Mike Darcy — Posted January 6, 2026

The purpose of Neil’s trials is to broaden the palette of plant selections that may be new to our area and perhaps have not yet been readily available locally.

Filed Under: Mike Darcy, Plant Features

Terra Nova Nurseries unveils Pantone-inspired plant list for 2026

By Vic Panichkul — Posted December 12, 2025

The 2026 selection of Terra Nova plant pairings includes 20 best-of-breeding varieties

Filed Under: Plant Features

Foodscaping incorporates edibles into ornamental landscapes

By Emily Hoard — Posted September 9, 2025

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.

Filed Under: Plant Features

New cultivars are breathing new life into Weigela

By Emily Hoard — Posted July 23, 2025

Growers have developed new Weigela cultivars with more flowers and more compact forms with denser branches that don’t need to be pruned.

Filed Under: Plant Features

Working with the ODA, nurseries develop sterile varieties of Buddleja

By Emily Hoard — Posted June 25, 2025

Butturfly Bush (Buddleja) is in high demand because it’s easy to grow and it’s a magnet for hummingbirds and butterflies.

Filed Under: Plant Features

Green drenching creates peaceful garden spaces

By Emily Hoard — Posted April 21, 2025

Gardeners are tapping green’s soothing nature to create peaceful spaces, and nurseries are following suit.

Filed Under: Plant Features Tagged With: Consumer trends

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

Breeders respond to rising demand with an Echinacea explosion

By Erica Browne Grivas — Posted February 24, 2025

The iconic native plant with star appeal has become the emblem of the pollinator gardening movement, and the cultivars just keep coming.

Filed Under: Plant Features Tagged With: Perennials, Plants

Some annuals are better than others when it comes to attracting pollinators

By Kym Pokorny — Posted January 27, 2025

With concern for pollinators on the rise, the demand for annuals that provide nourishment for bees, hummingbirds and butterflies is growing.

Filed Under: Plant Features, Uncategorized Tagged With: annuals, pollinators

Nurseries capitalize on fondness for grasses

By Debbie Teashon — Posted January 7, 2025

The increasing popularity of ornamental grasses is fueling a drive for new varieties and innovations.

Filed Under: Plant Features Tagged With: Grasses

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NURSERY NEWS

GOP gubernatorial candidate Christine Drazan visits Farwest Show

Deciphering Oregon’s plastics recycling law

J. Frank Schmidt & Son Co. celebrates 80 years as a nursery standout

Monrovia Nursery Company celebrates 100 years of innovation and looks to the future

New AmericanHort CEO introduces himself to OAN

Bailey Nurseries removed dams to build environmental resilience

The new NurseryGuide.com powers up with new features

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

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Pests and Diseases

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Managing Phytophthora: timing, temperature and emerging threats

Managing slugs and snails in Pacific Northwest nurseries

OAN leads grower-driven Japanese beetle solution

Prioritizing nursery pest challenges

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FARWEST SHOW UPDATES

GOP gubernatorial candidate Christine Drazan visits Farwest Show

Sofia® Cherry Laurel and Saturnalia™ American hybrid oak shine at New Varieties Showcase 

Eschenfelder Farms wins Best in Show at Farwest

A sense of excitement in the air at Farwest

Deciphering Oregon’s plastics recycling law

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The Value of Membership

ONF scholarships help recipients launch their career in horticulture

New AmericanHort CEO introduces himself to OAN

OAN members see benefits and rewards from serving ag industry organizations

More member stories

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