Get inspired by designers using living screens to block ugly views and divide space, or read about gardeners who are breaking records with long gourds. For pest and weed control, container growers share their experience using hazelnut shells and other mulches to keep pests and weeds at bay and researchers evaluate ways to manage turfgrass […]
November 2018 — The People Issue
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November 2018 — The People Issue In Oregon, nurseries and their people ship close to $1 billion worth of ornamental nursery and greenhouse plants per year. That’s why you will seldom find a nursery owner or manager who does not appreciate the critical role of employees at every level. In this issue: Introduction: People. That’s […]
August 2018 — Digger: Farwest Edition
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The August issue of Digger Magazine not only includes the Farwest Show Guide and New Products Showcase, but other original green industry feature stories and news content. In this issue: Plants for pollinators: Strong consumer interest drives demand for pollinator friendly plant selections. Where plant demand is headed: Nurseries are navigating a new landscape as consumer […]
July 2018
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Growers can read about the pros and cons of creating a display garden for buyers to explore on site, or check out the colorful varieties of Agastache which are becoming a perennial favorite in this month’s Digger issue. Plus, the Farwest show is almost here! Explore the Farwest Show New Variety Showcase insert to see the latest […]
June 2018
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Kym Pokorny shares with us the ways plant communities are an emerging concept in landscape design, plus other stories about olive tree trials for cold hardiness and the impending threat of the emerald ash borers to Oregon’s urban ecosystems. In this issue: Natural by design: The concept of designed plant communities combines the synergy of nature with […]
May 2018 — The Efficiency Issue
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The Efficiency Issue Rising costs, labor scarcity and competition create challenges for growers. Greater efficiency can be the answer. In this issue: Your efficient nursery business. We talked to more than a dozen growers and industry colleagues who have become more efficient, and increased their bottom line, by improving their management, workflows, inputs and workspaces. Managing for […]
April 2018 — The Greenhouse Issue
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The Greenhouse Issue From growing under the seasonally gray sky of the Pacific Northwest, to matching up perennials and grasses for compact urban landscapes, the Greenhouse Issue will bring you up to speed on how Oregon prepares for spring. In this issue: Small, tall and packed together: The trend toward smaller spaces drives intensive use of perennials […]
March 2018
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Growers and retailers are tapping into a renewed interest in indoor houseplants. For them, deciding what products will meet customer demands takes a bit of study. In this issue: A houseplant awakening: Many businesses are making smart, interesting choices for choosing houseplants to sell. Plus, ten helpful tips for business owners who wish to target customers looking […]
February 2018 — Membership Issue
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The value of membership The North American Green Industry is made up of companies in all 50 states plus Canada and other countries. Whether large or small, family owned or corporate, those companies rely on interaction with others, and thrive on the strength in numbers that can only come from participating in trade groups. In […]
December 2017
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December’s issue is packed with smart solutions, including recommendations for utility-friendly trees to plant near powerlines, how to prevent water erosion on your property, and ways to reduce the risk of herbicide resistance. In this issue: Growing under the lines: Growers and researchers seek short, tidy and tough trees that can coexist with utilities. Maximizing your natural […]