A plant explorer's favorite finds - Chicago Tribune

Chicago Tribune

A plant explorer's favorite finds Chicago Tribune Dan Heims makes no apologies: "I'm a plant nerd and proud of it," he says. Heims is president of Terra Nova Nurseries, a Canby, Ore., company that has introduced 600 new plants to horticulture. "That's almost a world record. and more »

Ask Martha: Have a plan before plant shopping - Richmond Times Dispatch

Ask Martha: Have a plan before plant shopping Richmond Times Dispatch Armed with these helpful tips, you can head out to your favorite nursery secure in the knowledge that when you return, you'll have exactly what you need for your garden. Make a list and set a budget. Look around your garden to note plants that are dead ... and more »

Your plant's in the post: mail-order garden nurseries - The Guardian

The Guardian

Your plant's in the post: mail-order garden nurseries The Guardian Love extends to the environment, too: the nursery is virtually peat-free and uses biological controls. Bare-root plants don't need potting compost or pots, while postage and packaging are reduced. Shop for Grasses and perennials, bare-root plants and ... and more »

Juniper disease came from nursery – expert - Teesdale Mercury

Juniper disease came from nursery – expert Teesdale Mercury A TREE expert claims a disease threatening to wipe out Teesdale's juniper bushes could have started in a North East plant nursery. The expert, who wants to remain anonymous, said he believes that the fungus-like phytophthora austrocedrae was brought to ...

Ornamental pepper's fruits were memorable, but not its name - STLtoday.com

Ornamental pepper's fruits were memorable, but not its name STLtoday.com Q • Several years ago I purchased an ornamental pepper plant at a retail nursery. The peppers were round, about an inch in diameter. The fruits were various colors (green, red, orange, purple and yellow). As I recall, I did not save the seeds as I ...