Crispy trout with kiwi and mango salsa
There’s something familiar with deep frying fish, but there can also be an exotic side. As Americans, we’re comfortable with battered or breaded and deep-fried seafood: shrimp, fish, squid, oysters. […]
Foodscaping adds edibles to landscapes
Stephanie Mack, the yard buyer at Portland Nursery since 2003, was inspired by her grandparents’ vegetable garden when she was growing up. “I remember there being garlic and onions planted […]
When to plant depends on your region in Oregon
In Oregon, with so many regions with different climates, the ideal time to plant vegetables depends on which region you live in, according to the experts at Oregon State University […]
New gardening books from independent publisher Octopus Books
Independent publisher Octopus Books has four interesting books this year for the passionate home decorator and gardener.
Portland Rose Festival, Portland Nursery announce official rose
‘Time to Shine’ is the official rose of the 2025 Portland Rose Festival. It’s a stunning yellow-gold grandiflora rose, accented with vibrant magenta hues, and promises to be a captivating […]
Entice hummingbirds with a few magnets
There is not much to dislike about hummingbirds in the garden, and many gardeners will select plants that specifically, when flowering, will attract them. Gardeners often refer to these plants […]
Improved plant breeding leads to an explosion of Echinacea
The popularity of coneflowers seems boundless. The iconic native plant with star appeal has become the emblem of the pollinator gardening movement, and the cultivars just keep coming, with expanding […]
All-America Selections announces winners for 2025
All-America Selections has announced its AAS winners for the 2025 gardening season. AAS winners are trialed throughout North America by independent, professional, volunteer judges who grew new entries next to […]
Why mulch woody ornamentals?
Mulches have many positive effects on soils. In general, organic mulches conserve water, reduce weeds, improve soil quality and enhance plant growth, according to the Oregon State University Extension Service. […]
Chipotle adds a kick to delicious apple galette
Don’t let the name “chipotle” intimidate you. A chipotle pepper is a common jalapeño that has been smoke dried. Its flavor is amazingly complex, smoky, earthy and usually only packs […]