Tips on growing citrus in the Pacific Northwest
Have you ever wondered about growing oranges, lemons, grapefruit or limes? Believe it or not, it’s possible to do it here in less-than-tropical Oregon if you have some indoor space […]
Supporters campaign to save Leach Botanical Garden
A beloved green oasis in Southeast Portland, Leach Botanical Garden is at risk of closing due to a budget deficit left when city funding expired in 2025, according to the […]
Monrovia launches online sales to home gardeners
Monrovia Nursery Company, one of the most beloved brands, just made it a lot easier for home gardeners to shop for their favorite Monrovia plants. You can now browse a […]
State park showcases unique carnivorous plants
If you’ve ever seen a cobra lily (Darlingtonia californica), you know it’s hard not to become mesmerized by these strangely-shaped plants. This rare plant is a member of the pitcher […]
Portland Japanese Garden and Japan Institute name co-CEOs
Lisa Christy, executive director of Portland Japanese Garden, and Aki Nakanishi, director of Japan Institute and the Arlene Schnitzer curator of culture, art, and education for Portland Japanese Garden, have […]
Terra Gardens’ redesign has accessibility in mind
By Mitch Lies Dan Estacio, owner of Terra Gardens Nursery & Bark in Salem, Oregon wasn’t looking to gain notoriety for being ADA accessible when he renovated his nursery five […]
Applications now open for horticultural scholarships
Do you know a future nursery or landscape pro? The Oregon Nurseries Foundation (ONF) each year awards over $35,000 through 21 scholarships to students pursuing careers in ornamental horticulture and […]
Oregon Farm to School Network unveils 10-year strategic plan
A healthier future: The Oregon Farm to School Network, which includes Oregon State University Extension Service, has launched a 10-year strategic plan that will be a roadmap to ensure every child […]
Make your holidays more sustainable
The holidays can be fun and festive but after the gifts are unwrapped and the tree comes down, the mound of trash left behind can be somewhat deflating. But with […]
Tips on when and how to prune hydrangeas
With their colorful and eye-grabbing flowers in a range of colors, verdant foliage and adaptability to most zones, it’s no wonder that hydrangeas are favorites of gardeners in the Pacific […]