6 winter-blooming plants brighten gardens in dark days
In January and February the flowers of winter arrive, blooming as cheerfully as the showoffs of spring. “One of the coolest things about gardening in the Pacific Northwest is winter […]
Control moss in the lawn by keeping grass healthy
Many homeowners struggle with moss that invades lawns as winter rains provide just the right conditions for its growth. “The most frequent winter time question I receive regarding lawn maintenance […]
8 tips to gear up garden for cold weather
As freezing weather moves in, gardeners may be worrying about how to protect their plants from the cold. Experts with Oregon State University Extension Service, recommend several ways to guard […]
Give charming winter-blooming plants as holiday gifts
Winter-blooming indoor plants are a welcome way to take the edge off the chill and gloom of winter and many are ready to give as holiday gifts.The choices go beyond […]
Take one more go at the garden before retiring for winter
We’re well into the holidays, daylight is in short supply and rain comes down day after day, but if you can get out in the garden or at least the […]
Head off houseplant pests with vigilance and cleanliness
Insects lurking under leaves, climbing up stems and settling into the soil of houseplants frustrate indoor gardeners to no end. But there are answers, according to experts with Oregon State […]
Shakespeare uses the power of plants to tell his tales
From the roses of “Romeo and Juliet” to the lilies of “The Winter’s Tale,” William Shakespeare mentioned plants 200 times in his plays and sonnets. He knew the power of […]
Stay on top of moisture and insect damage or pay the price
Ignoring moisture and insect damage in the home leads to serious problems down the line. Annual inspection is essential to head them off. Whether you do it yourself or hire […]
Open gardens, open minds
Gardening is a constantly changing hobby for many of us. When we visit garden centers, we are often not only buying plants that are familiar to us, but we are […]
Give amaryllis a little push for luscious indoor bloom
The big, beautiful blooms of amaryllis are a wintertime tradition and persuading them to flower couldn’t be easier. Native to Peru and South Africa, the genus Amaryllis comes from the […]