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Alex LaVilla

Winter Pruning of Ornamental Grasses

Winter Pruning of Ornamental Grasses

Some of the most frequently asked questions by gardeners relate to taking care of their ornamental grasses: ”Which grasses do I prune and when should I prune them?” The easiest way to answer these questions is to divide the grasses into their two major categories: evergreen and non-evergreen.

Hardy Fuchsias for Summer and Fall Blooms

Hardy Fuchsias for Summer and Fall Blooms

When planting for late-summer blooms, look no further than the hardy Fuchsia. For those with mixed garden conditions - some sun, some shade, some of everything in between - hardy Fuchsias are excellent for providing a continual source of color from late June until the first frosts of late October and November.

5 Container Gardens for Fall and Beyond

5 Container Gardens for Fall and Beyond

Fall is a beautiful time of year in the Pacific Northwest. We're fortunate to have spectacular scenery around us, and the beginnings of the rainy season bring back the bright hues of green, but sometimes our container gardens begin to feel a little flat after the colorful flowers of summer have faded. Not to worry, there are many plants that will thrive as the weather cools and offer you dynamic container gardens that will hold up all winter (even through frost)!