Tasty Thai Tacos
Tacos have become such a part of mainstream American cuisine that on the West Coast other ethnic groups have begun topping the ubiquitous corn tortilla with their cultural culinary specialties. […]
New, updated Plant Something Oregon Road Map is available
The new 2026-27 edition of the Plant Something Oregon Road Map to garden centers, specialty nurseries and public gardens is now available! Order your free copy to be mailed to […]
The long-term value of favorite trees
Trees provide so much for our planet and for our very existence, and yet they require so little in return. Their roots help hold the soil together, the leaves give […]
Embrace bacon and fish: Dover Sole wrapped in prosciutto
Being born in Thailand, I’ve always loved seafood of all kinds: fish, clams, mussels, crab, cockles. You name it. I enjoy eating it. But it wasn’t until much later in […]
Tips on growing citrus in the Pacific Northwest
Have you ever wondered about growing oranges, lemons, grapefruit or limes? Believe it or not, it’s possible to do it here in less-than-tropical Oregon if you have some indoor space […]
Supporters campaign to save Leach Botanical Garden
A beloved green oasis in Southeast Portland, Leach Botanical Garden is at risk of closing due to a budget deficit left when city funding expired in 2025, according to the […]
Monrovia launches online sales to home gardeners
Monrovia Nursery Company, one of the most beloved brands, just made it a lot easier for home gardeners to shop for their favorite Monrovia plants. You can now browse a […]
New perennial varieties that beat the heat
With weather warming up in most of the country, and temperature extremes becoming more common, home gardeners are on the lookout for plants that can tolerate full sun and beat […]
A look at some unusual perennials
Sometimes a word that gardeners often use can convey different meanings, depending on the context. The speaker’s intended meaning can be quite different from what the listener hears or understands. […]
State park showcases unique carnivorous plants
If you’ve ever seen a cobra lily (Darlingtonia californica), you know it’s hard not to become mesmerized by these strangely-shaped plants. This rare plant is a member of the pitcher […]