Episode 147: Lilacs

Episode 147: Lilacs

Lilacs are fragrant powerhouses every spring. The blooms spray in a variety of color and their fragrance enlivens the air. They are easy to grow, requiring little maintenance making them a great option for all types of gardeners. Our best bareroot selection is...
Episode 146: What now? Late February thru March

Episode 146: What now? Late February thru March

You can stop staring out the window and start getting dirty folks – gardening season is upon us. This list of what you CAN do in the garden is much longer than what you can’t. In this episode, we help navigate what tasks to tackle first in this episode....
Episode 145: Valley’s Legacy Trees

Episode 145: Valley’s Legacy Trees

There are plants in the ground at Valley older than the hosts of the podcast and nearly as beautiful (but certainly not as charismatic). The trees work to enhance the property and serve as examples to what plants purchased here can grow to be. On this episode –...

Episode 144: How to be a Horticulturist

We already believe that our nursery is something special. Our team of Certified Professional Horticulturists elevate our ability to serve our customers with their extensive plant knowledge. Their willingness to help folks diagnose problems or plan for planting or...
Episode 143: A Conversation with Saltwater Seeds

Episode 143: A Conversation with Saltwater Seeds

We chat with Katie Miller from Saltwater Seeds about cultivating seeds specifically for our Maritime Northwest climate. Valley offers more than 60 varieties of seeds from this local producer and talking with Katie about the work and responsibility of being a steward...
Episode 142: Prune to get more fruit

Episode 142: Prune to get more fruit

You’ve pruned for shape and air and light, now it’s time to focus the fruit tree’s energy on what they are made for … fruit. Fan favorite Sam is back for another insightful interview on this episode. Listen to "142: Prune to get more fruit" on...