Not every yard is suited for in-ground gardening. In rental situations or in areas with poor soil, garden space must sometimes be “created.” That's when raised beds and containers come into play.
Gardeners in the Willamette Valley can successfully grow succulent plants by creating conditions that allow them to thrive. That includes well-drained soil and proper watering. Here's a guide.
Fertilizers come in many different forms, from naturally occurring in the soil to commercial or organic products, liquid and dry, and in many different formulations. Here's how to choose what your plants need.
This publication is part of the Living on the Land series. It provides concise information on first steps in starting a small flock of sheep or goats for the backyard and small flock producer. Topics include ...
Susan Kerr, Dani Annala, Brian Tuck, Ellen Hammond, Shilah Olson |
Apr 2015 |
Extension Catalog publicationPeer reviewed (Orange level)
Gardening on the often-extreme Oregon coast might seem intimidating and risky. But Carla Albright, a Master Gardener trained by the Oregon State University Extension Service who lives just north of Tillamook, wants to reassure you...