Speaking as a self-proclaimed “plantaholic” who likes just about all things with foliage, fronds, or needles, one plant I started to salivate over in the 1990’s was Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia sp.). For us in northern latitudes, these mythical plants were uncommon and were perceived as…


We are truly blessed here in the PNW with so many useful and attractive spring blooming botanical treasures. These early bloomers help wake us gardeners up from our long winter slumber as they…