October in the garden means maintenance and cleanup
Feel the crisp air in the morning? October means it’s time to focus on maintenance and cleanup in the garden. The experts at OSU Extension have a list of to-dos […]
Bring your lawn back to life this fall
By Kym Pokorny, OSU Extension Lawns often languish in the summer heat without regular watering — but that doesn’t mean the grass is dead. Once fall rains return, grass typically […]
Columnar trees offer options for small lot sizes
By Linda Langelo As residential density increases and lot sizes shrink, homeowners need to make smarter choices that suit their compact landscapes. Industry experts at Standard Nursery and Bartlett Tree […]
August in the garden
Summer is here and things may be humming along in your garden, but don’t sit back just yet. August is the perfect time for planning and doing, according to OSU Extension Service. […]
Let plants go to seed in fall and winter
As the blooms fade and your garden settles into the quieter months, it might be tempting to tidy everything up — cutting back stems and clearing debris before winter sets […]
Climbing hydrangeas make a statement in the garden
By Samantha Huisman, Proven Winners Climbing hydrangeas are probably not the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the word “hydrangea,” but they are incredible plants that make […]
Getting ready for fall color
By Linda Langelo With summer upon us, it may seem counterintuitive, but now is the perfect time to plan to add rich color to the landscape in fall. As fall […]
Experience an explosion of color at Swan Island Dahlias
By Linda Langelo Swan Island Dahlias began as a humble operation, growing dahlias on just one acre, and has expanded to nearly 50 acres. In 1963, Nick and Margaret Gitts […]
A blast from the prehistoric past
Wollemi pines are a prehistoric tree that’s hard to find in nature — let alone stores. Gardeners are always seeking out the next new plant. These new introductions are often […]
Is it a good or bad bug?
Ever wonder if that bug in your yard is a friend or a foe? IPM, or integrated pest management, is the best way to manage pests in the garden while […]