Pick the right lavender before you plant
If the aroma and beauty of lavender has enticed you into trying your hand at growing it, just know this. Choosing the right variety before purchasing and planting is key […]
Master Gardeners debunk common gardening myths
There’s so much gardening information out there from so many sources that what’s fact and what’s a myth can be difficult to discern. How do you know if you can […]
2024 winners of ‘People’s Choice’ Green Thumb Awards
The public has spoken and the winners of the National Garden Bureau’s 2024 ‘People’s Choice’ Green Thumb Awards have been decided. The non-profit industry marketing group announced winners in 5 […]
Enjoy music this summer at The Oregon Garden
The Oregon Garden in Silverton, Oregon, celebrates summer with Music on the Lawn, a concert series that fills the garden with music. The event is two Thursdays a month from […]
Learn all about garden blueberries with OSU Master Gardeners video
A new video from OSU Clackamas County Master Gardeners acquaints home gardeners with all they need to know about blueberries. The video is about an hour long and covers how […]
Don’t miss the sights at Wooden Shoe Tulip Fest
Even though the weather has been crazy, don’t miss this year’s Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival. The tulips appear to be a bit early this year with the best color expected […]
New pest raises concern for oak trees in Oregon
A tiny invasive insect from Europe and the Middle East that attacks oak trees has been found several times in Oregon, including most recently in an Oregon white oak in […]
Living with plants and pets — Part 1
Editor’s note: This article has been removed pending further review, due to concerns about some of the information presented. That information is being reviewed in depth and we will follow […]
Summer squash lovin’
Locally grown summer squash, hazelnuts and mint are top Oregon crops, and locally made farmers cheese is another standout Oregon product. All these ingredients can be sourced within a 50-mile […]
Drink your rhubarb
When you’re swimming in pie plant, turn those crimson red stalks into a drink called ‘shrub’ Rhubarb is an especially prolific vegetable crop in Oregon. Good thing it’s so versatile […]