Love thy NeighborHOOD by sporting Hood Growers swag! Hats, Hoodies, Ts & Tanks! Spring in Big Bear can be brisk so layer up in our threads for any outing. Grab your Hood Growers swag in the nursery or email us... Continue Reading →
Grow North America’s native penstemons, also known as beardtongues, to attract hummingbirds and support bees Amy Grisak Published May 12, 2026 4:00 AM PDT ‘Parade of Parrots’ penstemon; Whipple’s penstemon; Lyall penstemon It would be nice to have a... Continue Reading →
It is common for new tree planters to assume that improving the soil in the planting hole will give the new tree a better start. Soil amendment is the practice of mixing organic materials like compost or peat moss directly... Continue Reading →
Spring color renews hope. It affirms that warmth and life are returning. There are few things as exciting as seeing our Big Bear gardens coming to life as winter ends. Part of assembling an amazing garden should include selecting four-season... Continue Reading →
Yes, it’s been 10 years. Hood Growers was birthed a decade ago like a sprout from an acorn. We were small. “Makeshift” would be kind. We were “make-do”. We had curb alert tables to display plants, and opened just on... Continue Reading →
This article outlines the how and why of root-washing when you plant. This practice is very important for a successful start. https://www.finegardening.com/article/root-washing-why-and-how-to-wash-roots
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