As the warmer weather returns, it’s a good idea to evaluate your garden for the upcoming summer. Take a lesson from the 2021 historic heat dome and be prepared to help plants through hot and dry weather as the season progresses. Here are some tips from Oregon State University Extension Service experts for preparing for […]
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Verbena can rock any spot in the garden during the hottest days of summer!
Overview and history Verbena are known for withstanding the pressure of hot, dry conditions. Luckily for all of us, there are many new hybrids that have been bred just for this job! Verbena is a member of the Verbenaceae family, which is comprised of 800 species in 32 genera, many of them native to the Americas […]
Fall in love with container gardening: Five great reasons
Container gardening, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways. Here are five great reasons to give container gardening a try: Beginning gardeners Plant Anywhere Architectural Interest Simplify maintenance Accessibility Additional points 1. Container gardening provides a baby step for the beginning gardener. The idea of gardening appeals to many people but sometimes the reality […]
Fabulous flowers for your cutting garden
What should you grow in your cutting garden? If you adore bold colors and textures, choose cheerful zinnias and sunflowers in vibrant colors. If you prefer a softer palette and delicate blooms, consider sweet peas or cosmos. The choice is yours. You should grow what you love! To ensure you enjoy a long season of bouquets, […]
OSU Extension set to release tiny wasp that targets destructive fruit fly
After 12 years of research, a parasitic wasp that controls a highly destructive fruit fly will be released by Oregon State University agricultural scientists in June. Vaughn Walton, Extension entomologist and professor in the College of Agricultural Sciences, said the U.S. Department of Agriculture has permitted release of the wasp (Ganaspis brasiliensis), a slow process […]
As avian flu outbreak reaches state, experts say it’s OK to leave bird feeders up
With the current outbreak of avian flu, wild bird enthusiasts wonder if they should take down backyard feeders. Since songbirds very rarely catch the illness, experts say there is no need to remove the feeders. “Currently veterinarians tell us there is very low risk to native songbirds from the highly pathogenic avian influenza strain, said […]
What to do in your garden in June
June is one of the best times to enjoy gardening. The days are long, the sun is hopefully out, and it’s a prime time to see things grow and bloom. Just get out and enjoy! But if you’re looking for stuff to do, one can build structures for climbing plants and vegetables, prune back things […]
Gardeners flock to phlox
This wildflower perennial works well in woodland, prairie and meadow landscape Phlox are an easy-to-find wildflower stretching from Florida and Quebec to Alaska. One of the classic American perennials, this was one of the earliest North American natives to enter cultivation. With vibrant flower colors and blooms lasting many weeks, it is easy to understand what […]
Oregon’s lushest gardens
Republished with permission from TravelOregon.com Gardens not only make the world a more beautiful place, they’re good for you. In fact, plants make life healthier. Researchers have found that people who spend time outdoors basking in the beauty of plants — in gardens, parks and other green spaces — benefit from increased activity, leading to […]
Cascade Nursery Trail nurseries are having a spring fever open house
Three day extravaganza of garden touring, plant sales and special events at their annual open house, perfectly timed for peak garden photo ops! Feel the fever of plant lust and the thrill of finding those alluring beauties as you fill your wagon at each stop, pausing for some sage gardening advice from your nursery hosts […]