This publication offers an integrated approach to effective weed management in Christmas trees, incorporating diverse strategies and practices to keep weed populations off balance. It includes strategies for using ...
Ed Peachey, Chal Landgren, Tim Miller-Morgan |
Dec 2017 |
Extension Catalog publicationPeer reviewed (Orange level)
Photo by Judith Ann Kowalski (Cropped from original)
The Extension Service Christmas tree specialist has answered thousands of questions over the years. Those questions usually lead to more questions that require careful observation and a detective's mindset to solve.
Damage assessments after the historic heat wave of June 2021 in Oregon provided lessons for the state's Christmas tree growers. Those assessments showed how damage varied by type of tree and location of farms.
Each Christmas tree species requires special skill and specific knowledge to be grown successfully. This publication outlines how trees grow and the culturing practices necessary to develop the size, shape, and ...
Poison oak plants contain a chemical that causes a severe rash. Learn how to spot a plant, safely remove, and clean your clothes, gear and skin afterward to prevent a rash.
Silage-making has been used to reduce the concentrations of toxins in a variety of crops. But in the case of poison hemlock, the opposite is true — making silage out of it actually increases one of its toxic alkaloids.
Some houseplants seem unhappy no matter how much care and nurturing they get from their owners. But understanding the particular needs of some plants makes the difference between thriving and merely existing.
Tansy ragwort, an invasive weed that can harm certain types of livestock, is making a comeback in western Oregon. Find out how to control it and protect your animals.
Shelby Filley, Andy Hulting, Gene Pirelli, Eric Coombs |
Aug 2011 |
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Houseplants are seeing a surge in popularity not seen since macramé hangers were all the rage. Driving the trend are the variety and affordability of once-exotic plants and their positive effects on indoor environments.