What do we know about heavy metals in soil? What do we know about lead exposure through soil and garden plants? What do we know about cadmium and arsenic in soils? What can I do if I’m at risk for heavy metals in my garden soil?
Jul 2016 |
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When temperatures begin cooling off in the fall, it is time to put your perennials to bed for the winter. Learn how to mulch and water perennials to protect them from central Oregon's cold, dry soils and freeze-thaw cycles.
Amy Jo Detweiler |
Jan 2009 |
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The month of February is a chance to lay the groundwork for a successful growing season through planning, pruning and maintenance. Learn more in this guide.
When winter hits, the growing season may be over but work in the garden goes on. Here's how to winterize your garden and position it for a successful growing season.
Selecting roses for landscape use may seem like an impossible task, but with a few key elements in mind, you can select a rose or a group of roses to complement your new or current landscape.
Designed to help those preparing for the wood preservative pesticide licensing examinations administered by the state departments of agriculture in the Pacific Northwest. Describes specific wood pests, including various ...
Gary Thomasson, Joseph Capizzi, Frank Dost, Jeffery Morrell, Donald J. Miller |
Nov 2015 |
Extension Catalog publicationPeer reviewed (Orange level)
Properly drying solid wood products before use improves the wood's performance once it is in service. Describes how to properly air-dry lumber to a target moisture content; including orientation and layout of the ...