Alan provides answers and insight about espaliering fig trees.

Alan Uchida gives advice on how to keep gazanias flowering and not "looking like sad weeds."

Bellefontaine's own Alan Uchida weighs in on the nutgrass issue, offering valuable counterpoint.

Ever had raccoon dig up your lawn? Melanie Polinger of Manhattan Beach is feeling your pain. For an answer, the Times turned to Alan Uchida, a third-generation nurseryman at Bellefontaine Nursery.

For an answer they turned to Alan Uchida, nurseryman at Bellefontaine Nursery. Read on!

Alan Uchida on Mistletoe: Mistletoe may symbolize love and prompt a kiss this time of year, but what if it's killing your trees?

The L.A. Times turned to Alan Uchida of Bellefontaine Nursery. His answer: Japanese maples can get brown leaves, especially in hot Southern California. Salts in the soil; dry, windy conditions; and watering methods all play a factor. (more)

The L.A. Times turned to Alan Uchida of Bellefontaine Nursery. His answer: Lilacs are wonderful performers in the Southland and can deliver fragrant blooms, even without an East Coast chill. (more)

The L.A. Times turned to Alan Uchida of Bellefontaine Nursery. His answer: Freesia bulbs are actually thick underground stems called corms. They are best planted in the fall. (more)

Scroll down and catch a glowing review! We are proud to be called a "Treasure In Our Midst!"

Bellefontaine Nursery garners an important award, inspiring journalist Adam Gropman to wax philosophic. We were voted Best Family-Owned Nursery as a Tale of the American Dream. We are proud to think they created that category just for us!