The dawn of lawn alternatives
Miniclover, ecolawn and a wide variety of groundcovers offer low-water options to grass The expansive lawns in Europe and the invention of golf in the late 1900s launched America’s obsession […]
Grow your own salsa garden
Salsas come in many varieties. but whatever the ingredients, they add flavor and color to a host of dishes. They can be vegetable- or fruit-based, hot or cold, spicy or mild. […]
Quintillions of reasons to love winter squash
OK, just maybe it’s a bit of an overstatement to say there are a billion-billion reasons to love winter squash. But with so many versatile, vividly colored and flavorful winter […]
Succulents for indoors
These popular plants offere easy care, interesting looks and fun colors Ann Patterson, houseplant buyer at Portland Nursery, has been collecting succulents for a long time. “They’re interesting looking with […]
Are you thinking of raising chickens because of record-breaking egg prices? Do your research
The record-breaking price of eggs has encouraged some people to consider raising chickens in the backyard, but it’s important to do some research before buying those cute little chicks. Raising […]
Spring Garden Fair announces 37th edition set for May 6-7 in Canby
Clackamas County Master Gardener™ Association has announced the 37th annual Spring Garden Fair, with more than 100 garden vendors, is happening Saturday–Sunday, May 6–7, 2023, at the Clackamas County Fairgrounds […]
Oregon’s pollinator license plate sells out of initial pre-orders
Oregon State University’s Horticulture Department quickly sold out of pre-orders on its newly designed “pollinator paradise” license plate, which aims to celebrate the more than 600 bee species in the […]
Fruit trees need attention this time of year
It’s the time of year when fruit trees are on the minds of beginning and experienced backyard enthusiasts. More and more homeowners are adding fruit trees to their landscape and […]
7 winter-blooming plants to nourish bees
During the bleak days of winter, bees and other pollinators look to gardeners for the nourishment that keeps them going until the more abundant seasons of the year arrive. “Black-tailed […]
Kokedama Moss Ball Workshop at Dennis’ 7 Dees Landscaping & Garden Centers
A fun activity for plant-lovers, this ancient form of Bonsai is done by encasing a plant’s roots in special soil and wrapping it in moss (no pot)! Kokedama may be […]