Get a jump on spring at Gardenfest Plant Sale May 4
Join Washington County Master Gardeners for a fun-filled day and get a jump on spring gardening. Shop for amazing plants, ask questions of Master Gardeners, get free ‘how to’ guides […]
Dandelions add a bite to green pesto
For most of us, dandelions are obnoxious weeds. They’re something to be pulled, yanked and banished from well-manicured lawns. But consider this: Their leaves are edible, and according to the […]
10 trees perfect for small lot sizes
With today’s smaller lot sizes and smaller front and back yards, trees might be the last thing that you would think of planting. But in celebration of Arbor Day this […]
Don’t miss Clackamas County Spring Garden Fair
Join Clackamas County Master Gardener Association for the annual Spring Garden Fair. The event began as a small fuchsia sale and has grown to a two-day event with more than […]
A simply delicious poached rockfish celebrates spring
Sometimes my most frustrating days at work end up being the most productive and inspiring in the kitchen. It’s as if I just need to forget about work and lose […]
Activities to help Mother Earth on Earth Day
Earth Day is just around the corner and there are plenty of activities around the state to help celebrate Mother Earth. Activities range from mulching and planting to simply attending […]
Monrovia guide helps plan front-yard improvements
Thinking about updating your front yard landscape? Get help creating the front yard of your dreams with The Front Yard Design guide from Monrovia. The guide makes it easy with […]
Celebrate spring with crab rolls
It’s springtime, finally. Why not celebrate with a little Asian/Northwest fusion? It’s still Dungeness crab season in Oregon so grab some cooked Dungeness crab and use it to stuff Vietnamese-style […]
Learn about climate-friendly lawns from Master Gardeners
It has become fashionable among some to condemn lawns as wasteful and damaging to the environment. But, if you think about it, all plants have the potential to capture carbon […]
Porcini and pinot noir kick pot roast up a notch
Few dishes comfort us as well as a lovingly rendered pot roast, just as Champagne tickles the tongue and heart with feelings of joy and celebration. Like roast chicken, there’s […]