Get a leg up on fruit tree problems with dormant oils
Just when you’re ready for a long winter’s nap, it’s time to tend your fruit trees. If you don’t, chances are they’ll struggle in the coming season. Giving them attention […]
Turn to gardening books for comfort and inspiration
If you can’t garden, why not read about it? Books bring us comfort when the gloomy weather of winter is upon us. Even gardeners who love winter enjoy a good […]
New OSU volunteer program tackles statewide native bee inventory
Oregon is the first state in the nation to form a Master Melittologists program of trained community scientists dedicated to preserving and cataloguing bees that are native to the state. […]
Gifts for the gardener
What do gardeners really want for the holidays? That depends, for gardeners are as unique as the plants that they tend. Here are some ideas that may spark inspiration for […]
Are you looking for that perfect Christmas Tree or holiday décor?
The following OAN members have told us that they carry Christmas trees or holiday décor. We recommend visiting their website for more information and to verify any Covid-19 shopping requirements. […]
Some U-cut Christmas tree farms closed but supply adequate
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the landscape of Christmas tree sales in Oregon this year, according to Oregon State University Extension’s Christmas tree specialist. Supply should still be adequate — […]
Take one more go at the garden before retiring for winter
We’re running right into the holidays, daylight is in short supply and rain comes down days at a time, but if you can get out in the garden or at […]
A gardener’s optimism has no limits
Resilient is a good word to describe Diana and Colby Lamb. Resilience is defined as spirit, hardiness, toughness, strength, buoyancy, and resistance. On September 8 at 12:15 a.m., there was […]
What’s the real story? Garden myths debunked
Reality can get skewed when there are so many sources of information – books, magazines, newspapers, nurseries and, most of all, the internet and social media open up lots of […]
10 trees for fiery fall foliage
When trees get dressed with the colors of fall, it’s time to go shopping. “If you’re specifically interested in fall color, it will soon be the time to start looking,” […]