It goes without saying that there are many benefits to a having a garden. Flower and vegetable gardens offer a bounty of perks- from food production to peace of mind. If you look closely, however, you will notice an amazing ecosystem and a vast host of symbiotic relationships. Insects of all types will seek gardens […]
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Companion Planting in the Vegetable Garden
Urban edible gardening is not surprisingly on the rise, and for numerous good reasons. Gardening is a fun, healthy and intelligent alternative to locally sourced eating. From seed to supper, growing food is a truly rewarding endeavor that the entire family can enjoy. Knowing where our food comes from is valuable and empowering knowledge that […]
Read MoreAdd Some Color to Your Winter Landscape
by Laura House As the fall leaves drop and the cooler weather arrives, we can sometimes be left yearning for a splash of color to brighten the winter landscape. That’s when frost-hardy annuals, bulbs, and winter-blooming or fruiting plants can be a welcome addition to the landscape. Annuals: Cabbage and Kale – We are not […]
Read MoreClover comeback? “Bee lawns” gaining favor
Turf grass may be an attractive ground cover for homeowners but it holds little appeal for pollinators. Add some broadleaf plants with flowers to the mix, and it’s a different story: great forage for the birds and the bees. Lower maintenance, too. “Bee lawns aren’t 100 percent flowers. They have some grass included,” said […]
Read MoreReturn On Investment? It’s falling from the trees.
By Walker Leiser Everybody thinks sustainability costs more money, but here’s a little tip that won’t cost you a dime and in fact could save you a lot of money. Imagine taking your leaves to the dump, paying them to take the leaves, and then paying more money to get more compost. We do it […]
Read MoreTransplanting in the Pacific Northwest
By Jamie Sloan Here in the Willamette Valley, we are quite fortunate to be able to enjoy the bounty of many prolific landscapes and gardens. It’s a relatively easy conquest to find swaths of green, undoubtedly dappled with vibrant hues of thriving annuals and perennials. However, like most deliberate creations, much trial and error is […]
Read MoreTips for summer watering
As we get into the dry summer months watering is a key to keeping your lawn healthy and green. You want 1-2” of water a week on your lawn depending on how hot and dry it gets. You can put a tuna can in the middle of a zone and measure the amount of water […]
Read MorePlanting Annuals 101
By Jamie Sloan, Account Manager Once upon time, another lifetime ago, I worked for a retail nursery and assisted many perplexed and overwhelmed customers who would wander the endless rows of diverse colorful annual selections. Slight anxiety and complete uncertainty riddled the faces of even the most avid gardeners. Then there were other customers who […]
Read MoreA Holistic Approach to Rooting Out Plant Problems
By Henry Soto, Account Manager In the line of work that I am in, it never fails that when visiting a friend or family member I am always asked about a plant that seems to not be doing well. Either it looks sick or is just not growing the way it was expected to grow. […]
Read MoreSowing Seeds
Sowing Seeds for Good Health By Jamie Sloan, Account Manager It’s that time of year again in the mid-Willamette Valley to start thinking and planning for your edible garden crops. Yay! There are a few factors to consider when getting started: garden location, soil, sunlight and crop choices. It is best to place a garden […]
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