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Preserving a collector’s dream

By Mike Darcy — Posted December 1, 2015

The Clematis collection amassed by Brewster Rogerson lives on,
thanks to the support of numerous volunteers and donors.

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Low- and no-water plants

By Mike Darcy — Posted October 1, 2015

Despite a summer that shattered records for heat and lack of rain,
some plant varieties thrived.

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Sustaining pollinators

By Mike Darcy — Posted August 1, 2015

Retailers can take advantage of the buzz that’s been building about the benefits of gardeners who provide habitat for honeybees, hummingbirds and butterflies.

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Attracting hummingbirds — and customers

By Mike Darcy — Posted June 1, 2015

Certain plants can act like magnets for hummingbirds,
and where they fly, gardeners flock, too.

Filed Under: Mike Darcy Tagged With: Digger, Digger magazine, Plants, Retail Nurseries

Adding to the plant palette

By Mike Darcy — Posted April 1, 2015

Columnist Mike Darcy explains why he thinks Arctostaphylos and Mahonia deserve to be planted in more gardens.

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Drought spouts new opportunities

By Mike Darcy — Posted February 1, 2015

California’s water restrictions could have a positive impact on Oregon’s green industry.

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A hardy group for hardy plants

By Mike Darcy — Posted December 1, 2014

What makes some plant societies and garden clubs grow in membership while others struggle?

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