Northwest Garden Show

Three years ago it began dropping the inside leaves to the point that the inside of the bush is almost completely bare of holly leaves. Every year after you shear, cut one-third of the branches back by two-thirds. The key to encouraging internal growth is to symmetrically thin the exterior branches to allow air and light into the tree. Hence, when you shear every year, new growth occurs only at the end of the branches. It may take a few years for new growth to sprout, but if you continue to add thinning to your yearly pruning routine, I suspect you'll see marked improvement over time. Q: I read that now is the time to start tomatoes indoors from seed for planting out into the garden in April. The holes you create on the surface won't be all that apparent, but they'll allow enough light in to stimulate growth where you made the internal cuts. Leaves can't survive without adequate light, and before long, the inside becomes a dead zone, resulting in the hollow tree you describe.

Currently showing at the Entree Gallery during June is “Botanicals and Animals”, an exhibit of contemporary and rustic accents for home and garden. On display at both the Reeder Bay and Coolin Bay galleries, this diverse selection of regionally-crafted work includes pottery, fountains, bird baths, framed mirrors, forged iron pieces, garden sculptures, Amish furnishings, and unique reclaimed... I've made a living with my art: marketing and design, graphic illustration, art, journalism, and sundry odd jobs that make for interesting stories but never captivated me as much as teaching, which I love. As a special 2-day exhibit on June 18-19th, from 11am-5pm, the Reeder Bay gallery will also present “Earthen Song”, highlighting the Americana-style garden benches and furnishings of “American Maids” Hanna Moreland and Mandy Matlock.   Sculptress: About Me I'm FROM North Idaho, where I teach public school art, write about art and (try to) develop my own artwork. Before that, Montana (sort of), California, Pennsyslvania, New Jersey, Germany, New York, Georgia--some places more than once--and a bunch of places in between. The two artists, whose country roots are reflected in their country-style accents and furnishings, use and reuse found wood and other items in their designs, using something old to create something new.

A small water feature makes a big impact with the right plants

These talented gentlemen were responsible for the Washington Arboretum Foundation's display at Seattle's 2011 Northwest Flower & Garden Show. Winning both a gold and the Pacific Horticulture Magazine award, this clever garden celebrated the Arboretum's

Away From Home: Flower Show, Garden Party, Tours And A Faerie Festival

The Newport (RI) Flower Show is Friday through Sunday, June 24 through 26, on the grounds of Rosecliff at 548 Bellevue Ave. Themed floral exhibits highlight Newport's history of entertaining, horticultural entries, garden designs and photography.

West Seattle Saturday: Morgan Junction, NW Paddling festivals; diaper-drive ...

RECOVERY GARDEN CLEANUP PARTY: Volunteer help is welcome at Brandon and 26th Ave SW, 10 am – noon. This small park within North Delridge's Cottage Grove Park honors those on the path of healing from substance abuse. Join a unique partnership with a

Chelsea Flower Show 2011 Report: Part 2 – Garden Highlights

Looking at these gardens, I look at our own Northwest Flower and Garden Show and I feel like our displays are fairly comparable in terms of execution. The biggest difference is the plant palette since our winter show tend to utilize winter blooming

Community Events Calendar

BITE OF BEND: Food festival includes local food booths offering bites of their creations, a beer garden, wine, a Top Chef competition, a children's area and live music; proceeds benefit The Hunger Prevention Coalition of Central Oregon;

The Northwest Gardener's Resource Directory

Gardenwalks in the Pacific Northwest, Beautiful Gardens Along the Coast from Oregon to British Columbia

The Ann Lovejoy Handbook of Northwest Gardening, Natural-Sustainable-Organic