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2015 Farwest Show

Here are posts about the 2015 Farwest Show, August 27–29 at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland, Oregon. Further down are posts about previous editions of the show.

Farwest Keynote: John Stanley: Don’t Serve Me, Make My Day

By Curt Kipp — Posted August 21, 2014

This is a time of change. Businesses will change more in the next five years than they have in most people’s lifetimes so far. And that’s why it’s crucial that businesses adapt if they wish to survive and succeed. That’s the word according to author and retail/horticulture consultant John Stanley, who gave the keynote address […]

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Farwest Seminar: Thug-a-licioius: When Bad Plants Go Good

By Curt Kipp — Posted August 21, 2014

It may not sound impressive when Irvin Etienne mentions that he is responsible for the horticultural displays at the Indianapolis Museum of Art. But you’ll be forgiven for not knowing that the museum has a little acreage. Just a little. “We actually have 152 acres,” Etienne told an appreciative audience at this morning’s Farwest Seminars. […]

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Farwest Seminars: Dirr speaks on the marketing of new introductions

By Curt Kipp — Posted August 21, 2014

The visor with the oval “G” was on the table at the head of the room, and people working in horticulture should know what that means: Dr. Michael Dirr in the house. The renowned breeder, author and University of Georgia horticulture professor held court this morning at the Farwest Trade Show with his presentation, “The […]

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Farwest Trade Show Preview: Day One: Thursday, August 21

By Curt Kipp — Posted August 21, 2014

If you’re in Portland for the 2014 Farwest Trade Show, welcome! And likewise for those joining us only in spirit. From now until they roll up the carpets on Saturday evening, we’ll be posting here regularly about show happenings and highlights. Here are some can’t-miss experiences and opportunities Farwest has “on tap,” in one case […]

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Farwest Tour: Growing Excellence

By Curt Kipp — Posted August 21, 2014

This sold-out bus tour included stops at Youngblood Nursery, Carlton Farms and Monrovia. Among the attendees were retailers seeking new and interesting plants, growers wanting a glimpse at exceptional production practices, and the landscape community seeking inspiration. Like a glass of fresh-squeezed orange juice in the morning, a stand of radiant orange bottlebrush ginger (Hedychium […]

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Farwest Tour: Creating Landscapes

By Curt Kipp — Posted August 20, 2014

Both of today’s Farwest Trade Show tours sold out, and it’s easy to see why. One of them toured three of the top growers in Oregon — Carlton Plants, Monrovia and Youngblood Nursery — and the other explored interesting landscape designs that utilize native plants while also pushing the envelope. The landscapes on the second tour truly […]

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The 2014 Farwest Trade Show is almost here!

By Curt Kipp — Posted August 19, 2014

The nursery industry is coming to Portland this week to “Find It All” at the 2014 Farwest Trade Show, and there certainly will be a lot to see. The show itself may not get underway until Thursday, but people started arriving in town on Sunday night and Monday morning, and for good reason. It’s a […]

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April Digger showcases creative containers

By Curt Kipp — Posted April 2, 2014

Hot off the press, the April issue of Digger showcases the nearly limitless planting possibilities when gardening in pots, boxes and hanging baskets. Click here to read the article (PDF). Other articles in the issue include: • “For the birds” (PDF) — Mike Darcy calls for a common-sense response to the recent controversy surrounding Nandina domestica […]

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Nursery Country Video #5: Rickels Tree Farm

By Curt Kipp — Posted January 13, 2014

“Welcome to Nursery Country!” This special January issue of Digger, formerly known as the State of Perfection issue, has been showcasing outstanding Oregon nurseries for six years now. Five nurseries are featured in this year’s edition. We also filmed a short video at each nursery. Today’s fifth and final Nursery Country video features Rickel’s Tree […]

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Nursery Country Video #4: Native Grounds Nursery

By Curt Kipp — Posted January 10, 2014

“Welcome to Nursery Country!” This special January issue of Digger, formerly known as the State of Perfection issue, has been showcasing outstanding Oregon nurseries for six years now. Five nurseries are featured in this year’s edition. We also filmed a short video at each nursery. Today’s video features Native Grounds Nursery, which is located in […]

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