Building a Landscape that Works
Landscape contractors and garden center professionals operate in a marketplace driven by plant purpose and resiliency. High-performance selections provide site stability while standing up to heat. They manage water wisely and support local wildlife while providing curb appeal. Intentionally creating a landscape that functions as a living ecosystem while maintaining a clean, professional aesthetic is…
Precision from Field to Destination
Every healthy landscape begins with a well-harvested tree. To maintain plant quality, we time our field digs to match the natural growth cycle of the species. Loma Vista Nursery’s process is a disciplined approach that provides our wholesale clients with premium in-ground stock. Our 650-acre tree farm in Willow Springs, Kansas sits on premium farmland…
Growing with Sarah Diggs
While her name suggests she was born for a career in horticulture, Sarah Diggs took a detour through the gray-blue hues of the U.S. Navy before finding her true calling in the greenhouse. As Loma Vista Nursery’s propagation manager, she uses that military precision to oversee the delicate birth and early growth of every plant…
Duane Huss on Growing Careers in Horticulture
The horticulture industry is rich with opportunities in multiple sectors of focus, including in production, service and marketing. There is a place for anyone with a passion for plants and a desire to make a difference. In honor of Green Career Week, presented annually by Seed Your Future, a movement to promote horticulture and inspire…