My latest aromatic favorite, seldom cultivated in Seattle, is Umbellularia Californica (an evergreen native of southwest Oregon and Northern California). It is also known as Oregon Myrtle, California Laurel, or California Bay Laurel, California Bay, Headache Tree, Pepperwood, Spicebush, Cinnamon Bush, and … Continue reading →
Having evergreen perennials in your garden may not seem like a big deal now in May when everything is lush green and blooming. But I haven’t forgotten the many days of winter, looking out into the mostly barren garden, wishing … Continue reading →
Let’s just be honest. Nobody is growing Chinese paper bush for its looks. A few may enjoy its umbrella like habit, or its foliage that is gray green on the bottom and a darker green on the top. The yellow … Continue reading →
Today marks the fifth anniversary of Fresh by Northwest. Click here to read the very first post. When I started the blog I didn’t think about how long I would continue. I was spending most of my time and energy … Continue reading →
