Found in abundance at winter farmer’s markets in January and February, celeriac is, in fact, not a root but rather a “hypocotyl.” That’s the name for the bulbous part of the plant that grows below the leafy stalk, but above the plant’s roots. Adding to the confusion, celeriac and celery are basically the same plant, […]
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Landscaping for Wildlife workshop
East Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District will host a free Landscaping for Wildlife workshop at 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 22, 2023. It will take place over Zoom. When it comes to attracting beneficial wildlife to an outdoor space, it’s all about food, water, and shelter. This workshop will provide a broad and brief overview […]
Houseplant Swap at Al’s Garden & Home
Al’s Garden & Home is hosting a houseplant swap from 1–3 p.m. Saturday, January 28 at all store locations (Sherwood, Wilsonville, Gresham, Woodburn). Participants can bring their pest-free plants to find them a new home and find a new plant project of their own. It’s an opportunity to meet like-minded houseplant homies/friends and chat with the […]
Dried Flower Workshop at Al’s Garden & Home
Al’s Garden & Home will host a Dried Flower Workshop from 5–6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 8 at all four locations — Woodburn, Sherwood, Wilsonville and Gresham. The cost of instruction and materials will be $40 per person. While fresh flowers are in short supply this time of year, dried flowers can be used to create gorgeous […]
Top 10 stories cover a wide range of topics
On the cusp of a new year, some stories of 2022 rise to the top. From invasive insects to soil care to a new website, Oregon State University Extension faculty have been busy. We invite you to take a seat, pour a beverage of your choice and settle in for a fun and informative ride […]
Hot Peppers! From Seed to Salsa webinar
“Hot Peppers! From Seed to Salsa” will be the topic of a free Zoom webinar presented from 7–8 p.m. Tuesday, February 7 by the Washington County Master Gardener Association. Ezequiel Lopez-Reyes will talk about planting and growing peppers, and how they relate to Latinx culture. Ezequiel will focus on tips such as the pinching process, when to […]
The Garden Conservancy – Winter 2023 Webinars
The Garden Conservancy – Winter 2023 Webinars The winter 2023 webinar lineup features four speakers who are exceptional in their vision of gardening. Tickets and details for these virtual talks are available at gardenconservancy.org/education Jason Williams – Small Space Gardening Thursday, January 12, 2 – 3 pm (Eastern) Lily Kwong – Virtual Talk Thursday, January […]
What to do in your garden in January
It’s a new year, which means looking ahead. That includes looking ahead to garden season! You can clean out winter damage, scout for pests, dormant treat trees and roses, plan your vegetable garden, enjoy your houseplants and a whole lot more! (You can also plant that Amaryllis bulb from Christmas that’s still in the box.) […]
Get the scoop on gardening with 10-Minute University™
Clackamas County Master Gardeners 10-Minute University™ offers a series of short classes offering research-based gardening know-how. All presentations are free! Pruning Ornamental Trees Wednesday, January 18, 2023, Noon–1 p.m. This online seminar is free with advanced registration. Are you confident with pruning? Do your trees have a strong framework and pleasing form? If not, this […]
Classes address wildlife-friendly, low-water gardening
The Environmental Learning Center at Clackamas Community College is once again offering a free series of Zoom classes on wildlife-and-water-friendly gardens. Back by popular demand, this series will provide tips on how to garden with less water, manage too much stormwater, and generally provide a healthier habitat for birds, pollinating insects, and more. Each week, a […]