Ann Loves Plants: a life in horticulture

  • Gently Navigating Career Changes in Horticulture
    Gently Navigating Career Changes in Horticulture

    Reflecting on growth and resilience amidst the challenges of career transitions in horticulture. After a difficult period, Ann’s embraced newfound strength and autonomy, expressing gratitude for supportive relationships.

  • Fall Round Up

    Our summer was a bit of a dud here in the NW due to El Niño. What’s funny is that I remember another summer like this during the 80s when I was a young girl. My family lived on a medium-sized creek and each summer I was able to purchase a new raft for my…

  • Oregon Native Plant Nursery, Part One

    A week ago today, my friend and I drove south of Portland to our friend’s nursery in Woodburn, Oregon to pick some of his delicious blackberries. Located in the middle of the Willamette Valley, Douglas’s 10-acre spread had more than enough un-sprayed berries to suit both of our needs, so of course, as can be…

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