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Flowering Magnolia

Flowering Trees Show First Signs Of Spring

The first signs of spring are vibrant buds that start to emerge from once-dormant branches—magnolias, redbuds, and cherry blossoms, to name a few—each bursting with color to lead the way from winter to the new season.

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Image of a Sacramento Oak Tree in Cezar Chavez Plaza

The Story of Sacramento's One Millionth Tree

Take a stroll through Sacramento, and it’s easy to see why it’s called the City of Trees. The city boasts tree-lined streets, lush public parks, and vibrant green neighborhoods. For over a century, Sacramento has been expanding its urban forest, with its one-millionth tree planted in Cesar Chavez Plaza. Read on to learn about this historic tree and why urban forests are so benefical.
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Persimmon Tree

Fall In Love With Persimmons

Persimmons are a delightful and underrated fruit, offering sweetness with each bite. Originally from East Asia, they are gaining popularity worldwide, especially the Fuyu and Hachiya varieties. In this guide, we will cover everything from growing tips to the nutritional benefits of this versatile fruit.
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Marigolds on Alter for Día de Muertos

Marigolds for Día de los Muertos

As Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) approaches, marigolds take center stage in vibrant altars and celebrations. Known as cempasúchil in Mexico, marigolds are more than just a burst of color—they hold deep cultural and spiritual significance.
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Crimsion Clover

Benefits of Planting Cover Crops

Discover the benefits of growing cover crops over winter. Learn how cover crops improve soil health, suppress weeds, control pests, and promote regenerative soil practices. Enhance your garden’s productivity and sustainability with our expert tips.

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Apricot 'Brittany Gold'

Bareroot Fruit Tree Varieties 2025

Start your own backyard orchard this season. Our nurseries have over 60 varieties of bareroot fruit trees this season. The trees are potted in easy-to-plant fiber (pulp) containers that help protect new roots so they don't break or dry out.
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Sweet Mademoiselle Hybrid Tea Rose VISIBILITY: :CA

Bareroot Rose Varieties List 2024

We're offering over 60 varieties including climbing, grandiflora, hybrid tea, and floribunda, along with 24" and 36" patio trees. Our bareroot roses are planted in pulp (fiber) pots to protect the roots and for ease of planting. Simply score the container, amend the soil, and plant.
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Rose Hybrid Tea 'Henry Fonda'

Bareroot Rose Varieties List 2025

Roses are some of the most popular shrubs selected for home gardens. Their appeal comes from the many varieties, colors, and sizes available, so you're sure to find something you love for your garden. Bareroot season offers the largest selection at the best prices, including over 60 varieties of hybrid tea, floribunda, grandiflora, and climbing, along with 24" and 36" patio trees. Our bareroot roses are planted in pulp (fiber) pots to protect the roots and for ease of planting.  Simply score the container, amend the soil, and plant.
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Yellow mum

October Garden Tasks

We've had a long, hot summer and fall is bringing cooler temperatures, along with the perfect opportunity to put something new in the ground and refresh for the fall season. Cooler temperatures allow new plants to establish themselves by developing strong, healthy roots for coming seasons. Browse our fall planting ideas which include updating container plantings, new and improved lawns, cover crops, along with a few other garden tasks that can be checked-off this month. 
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