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  • Gardening Influencers

    Gardeners shape culture just as much as they shape landscapes. From historic designers and beloved authors to modern TV hosts and online creators, gardening has always been guided by people who share their passion, creativity, and ideas with others. These voices influence how we design our gardens, what we choose to grow, and how we

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  • Not All Plant Names Are Latin! A Brief History of Popular Plant Names

    Not All Plant Names Are Latin! A Brief History of Popular Plant Names

    Have you ever noticed that some flowers have common names that sound exactly like their scientific names? Rose and Rosa. Tulip and Tulipa. Iris and… Iris. Meanwhile, other plants have scientific names that look like they escaped from a spelling bee gone wrong: Helianthus annuus, Myosotis sylvatica, Chrysanthemum x morifolium. So what gives? Why do

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  • Piet Oudolf Landscape at RHS Wisley

    Piet Oudolf Landscape at RHS Wisley

    During my 2025 trip to England, I visited many wonderful exhibits at RHS Wisley, ESPECIALLY the Piet Oudolf Landscape. I found unexpected favorites — grasses, perennials, and seed heads that bring beauty, structure, and surprise to the fall landscape. In this video, you’ll learn: These plants are all standouts for their texture and late-season color.

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  • PNW Gardener’s Handbook

    PNW Gardener’s Handbook

    WSU Master Gardener resource: the NEW gardening handbook for home gardeners has arrived! I’m excited to share that WSU Extension has released a FREE Pacific Northwest Gardeners Handbook designed to support home gardeners, Master Gardeners-in-training, and curious green thumbs everywhere. This in-depth guide covers topics like: With examples tailored to Zones 4B–9A, this resource is

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