No one wants to think of harvest’s end as the vegetable garden reaches peak, but now’s the time to plant over-winter cover crops to improve the soil for next season. If you’re not acquainted with cover crops, here’s the rundown: These hardworking plants can add organic matter and aerate the soil, protect it from compaction […]
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How to prune Japanese maples for beauty
Iseli Nursery partnered with the Portland Japanese Garden to host a hands-on Japanese maple pruning workshop during the final day of the International Japanese Garden Training Center’s “Waza to Kokoro–Hands and Heart” seminar on July 30, 2022. Led by Sadafumi “Sada” Uchiyama, the chief curator of the Portland Japanese Garden, and Maryann Lewis, co-founder of […]
10 new plants to create a multi-season hummingbird haven
Is there anything more entertaining than watching the aerobatic antics of hummingbirds? Whether they’re visiting for a sip of sugar water at the feeder, zooming through the garden (where you’ll often hear their whirring wings before you see them), or engaging in an aggressive chase with a rival, hummingbirds provide hours of enjoyment. (Who needs Netflix […]
Cascade Nursery Trail holding Colors of Fall Festival Sept. 24–25
The Cascade Nursery Trail Nurseries is holding their Colors of Fall Festival event September 24-25, 2022 under the banner of “fall is the best time to plant.” CNT is an alliance of seven different independent, family-owned, specialty nurseries in the northern Willamette Valley. All of them will be open 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Sept. […]
2022 Portland Fall Home and Garden Show set for Oct. 7–9
The Portland Fall Home & Garden Show will return to the the Portland Expo Center Friday–Sunday, October 7–9, 2022. Attendees can visit approximately 160 vendors, live and in-person, to find ideas and inspiration for their home, garden and outdoor living spaces. Vendors include remodelers, yard tools, landscapers and landscape suppliers, gardeners, spa companies, tile and […]
2022 Lane County Home Improvement Show set for October 14–16
The Lane County Home improvement Show will take place October 14–16, 2022 at the Lane Events Center/Fairgrounds, 796 W. 13th Ave., Eugene. The show will feature more than 200 home and garden exhibits. Visitors can get ideas to transform their home inside and out, and meet trusted experts to start their projects off right. There […]
Nobody ever has to be a retired gardener
Gardening is an activity that most of us do because we want to. We do it because it’s pleasurable, healthy, puts fresh produce on the table, beautifies our environment, and the list goes on. However, when the breathing gets more difficult or the knees or back give out, many gardeners call it quits, hang up the trowel, […]
Don’t worry, maggots help break down compost pile
Most people shudder when they see maggots in their bin composter or compost pile. They may be startling in their appearance and movement, but they won’t hurt you or the compost. In fact, they play a role in breaking down plant and animal tissues. Often, these maggots are the larval life stage of compost-dwelling soldier […]
Autumn is for planting: seed starting for a fall garden
It’s about time to get started on your fall garden. While it’s viable to find starts at the local farmer’s market, or the nearby hardware store, nothing is more rewarding than starting your entire garden from seed. That’s why we’ve decided to put all those preparations in one place – right here! We’ll discuss what you need […]
Registration for Small Farm School 2022 is now open.
The Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District’s 11th annual Small Farm School program is now open for registration. It’s a one-day educational event for beginning and intermediate small-scale farmers and rural land stewards. This year, Small Farm School 2022 will host in-person sessions at Clackamas Community College on Monday, September 12, 2022. Registration (Aug 4– Aug […]