Japanese maples are a common sight in the yards and gardens of the Pacific Northwest because they are such a dynamic addition to the landscape. Japanese maples transform their colors and aspect with the season. In winter the bare branches … Continue reading →
Pruning is one of those things that produces the best results when it’s done gradually and consistently over time. For most of us this fact alone is daunting, but when you add in the specialized knowledge that is required to … Continue reading →
Bare root plants are dormant perennials (trees, shrubs, vines, berries, roses, peonies, flowering shrubs) that are grown, removed from the soil and packed up without any soil around the roots, thus the name “bare root”. As long as the plants … Continue reading →
In the December 14th issue of the Seattle Times I read about Gary Chastagner, aka Mr. Christmas Tree. He is a scientist and WSU professor who cured Douglas Firs of “Swiss Needle Cast” with a fungicide treatment in the 1980s. … Continue reading →
