Join the Washington County Master GardenerTM Association for a free in-person class that will cover methods to remove turf and look at options on what to do next. Whether installing an […]
Visiting gardens is a great way to see how other gardeners use plants in unique combinations while socializing with other gardeners. But probably my favorite reason to go is to […]
The Gresham Japanese garden and the North American Japanese Garden Association will host a Regional Workshop from Thursday through Sunday, September 21–24 at the Gresham Japanese Garden, 219 S. Main […]
Even as the days shorten precipitously during the onward march to fall equinox, August heat is still a threat. Temperatures of 100 F and up are expected next week. Hydrate […]
The emerald ash borer has arrived, but Oregon won’t see full effect for years In the year since the emerald ash borer was detected in Oregon, questions have been pouring […]
Five Oregon gardeners recognized with statewide awards The Oregon State University Extension Master Gardener Program and nonprofit Oregon Master Gardener Association have recognized five Oregon gardeners with statewide awards that […]
Bishop’s Close Garden at Elk Rock in Portland will eventually reopen to the public, after it was purchased by descendants of founder Peter Kerr, the Oregonian/Oregonlive (Portland, Oregon) reported. The […]
Locally grown summer squash, hazelnuts and mint are top Oregon crops, and locally made farmers cheese is another standout Oregon product. All these ingredients can be sourced within a 50-mile […]
The Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District has identified tansy ragwort (Senecea jacobaea) as its Invasive Weed of the Month for July. Tansy ragwort (Senecio jacobaea) is an invasive weed […]
As water runs down roofs, over driveways and patios and off other impervious surfaces, it might pick up pollutants as it flows directly into streams, wetlands, lakes and groundwater aquifers. […]