Plants native to the Northwest are well adapted to conditions near streams where the groundwater table is shallow enough to interact with plant roots. Here's a guide to selecting plants for areas near streams.
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Jul 2018 |
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Depending on where in Oregon you reside, you may need to protect your garden from the harsh end-of-summer heat or start preparing for frost and gusty winds in September. Learn more in this guide.
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June is time to prune flowering plants, harvest ripening berries, apply mulch to flowerbeds and prioritize watering as temperatures rise. Learn more in this guide.
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Irrigation and pest control are top priorities for gardeners in August. Some plants may also benefit from temporary shade and cover from the harsh sunlight. Learn more in this guide.
As Oregon gardeners have noticed, our climate is changing — it's hotter, drier and more severe. Learn how to adapt your home garden to climate change, from consuming less to planting with the environment in mind.
This guide is intended for use by volunteer leaders in the Oregon 4-H clothing project. It includes lesson plans for Basic Skill Levels 1, 2, and 3. All levels include suggestions for specific activities to ...
Drought conditions have drastically reduced hay yields in the last year or two. With dry conditions forecast to continue, livestock producers need to rethink strategies for conserving forage.
This guide is intended for use by volunteer leaders in the Oregon 4-H clothing project. It outlines activities and tips for use in guiding youth through four progressive skill levels: First Year (Level 1), Basic...
This guide is intended for use by Oregon 4-H members enrolled in the clothing project. It consists of a series of steps that allows 4-H members to set personal goals and learn at their own speed.
Heavy precipitation in December means that gardeners should check their drainage and be wary of fungi and other signs of rot on their plants and stored produce. Learn more in this guide.