Fall is here and it’s time to think about pumpkins and spice along with fall cleanup of your annuals, perennials, shrubs and trees.  We are asked nearly every day if fall is a good time to plant. Actually, fall is the best time to plant.  Planting now gives plants the opportunity to establish a good root system for the upcoming year.  And your plants will benefit from our cool fall days with warm soil conditions.  Of course you still need to follow our 2 pages of planting ins

The Home & Garden Store is the ideal spot for finding that perfect plant. A well-maintained yard will enhance your landscape.

Understanding you own reasons for growing chickens will help you choose the right flock and setup with the right equipment.

A healthy, thriving garden is less likely to suffer from severe pest problems.

Since the death of my son Dustin, I haven't felt like posting gardening information on my website. I'll try to do better. Charlie

Dustin - Picture taken when he was about 3 years old Dustin around 1978 My son, Dustin passed away on March 10, 2025. He had a heart transplant a few weeks ago and seemed to be doing fine, but died unexpetedly this week. Because of all the medication Dustin was taking for his heart condition, his kidneys also failed him and thus he was on dialysis 3 to 5 times each week. A few days prior to his death, he also caught RSV. Dustin was 49 years old. The picture above was one wh

Working for 49 years in this business has been a blessing for both me and my family. And as I stated above, I'm not really retiring because I just can't do that, I just plan on working a little less and not have the responsibility that goes with managing a business. Hopefully Dennis (the owner) and Shannon (the general manager) will want me to continue helping them in some way and both have stated that to me. I know they each have their thoughts and ideas of running a busin

Shannon and Dennis have been working diligently in the "Retail" center this past few months getting our garden center ready for spring. If you get a chance, please stop by and say hello to both of them. We are starting to receive garden decor, hard goods, perennials, and nursery stock as the weather reminds us of spring. We hope to see you at The Home & Garden Store soon. Shannon, Dennis and staff

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Photo taken in Newport, Oregon by Charlie in August 2019