You can help slow the spread of the emerald ash borer
There’s a tree killer among us and there’s no way of stopping it, Oregon Public Broadcasting reports. An invasive green beetle called the emerald ash borer arrived in the Midwest […]
Proven Winners™ offers gardeners inspiration
It finally feels like springtime in Oregon. Some gardeners are already knee deep in dirt, sprucing up their gardens and planting. But if you’re still looking for inspiration for your […]
Level up your garden skills with free webinars from National Garden Bureau
Spring into better gardening! The National Garden Bureau and their expert members are offering free webinars to help you grow a greener thumb. From beginner tips to advanced techniques, they’ve […]
Garden Future project helps gardeners grow climate resilient gardens
Oregon State University has partnered with the Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Program to launch the Garden Future project, an online resource and community gathering place to offer climate resilience advice […]
We’re surrounded by color shifters
Roses are not generally grown for their foliage, yet when I visited a garden recently, the new growth I saw was primarily red. This particular rose garden had more than […]
Create a home landscape for pollinators
Home gardeners can help stem the decline of pollinators due to habitat destruction by creating a pollinator haven in home landscapes by following some guidelines provided by Oregon State University […]
Celebrate spring with dandelion greens pesto, lasagna
For most of us, dandelions are obnoxious weeds. They’re something to be pulled, yanked and banished from well-manicured lawns. But consider this: Their leaves are edible and according to the […]
Monrovia’s 2025 Best Landscape Plans help create beautiful gardens
Monrovia’s new 2025 Best Landscape Plans guide offers inspiration for every garden on every page. Whether you’re looking to attract more pollinators, create a serene seating area, or add a […]
New blueberry varieties adapted for small spaces, containers
Blueberry plants are a fantastic fruit-bearing landscape choice — they’re delicious and nutritious. They thrive in various spaces, including small gardens and containers, making them suitable for limited spaces, like […]
Some lesser-known trees to consider
There are many choices when it comes to trees for our home gardens. The selection process deserves some research, which unfortunately is often neglected. Of course, the ultimate size of […]