Coax tomatoes and peppers to maturity
Use plastic sheeting to warm the soil.
Candace Stoughton - Water Conservation
Candace Stoughton, Low Impact Development Specialist, gives a tour of the East Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District building and the many demonstration projects on the grounds that soak up stormwater
Tips and tricks to save water during a hot summer
Prolonged heat wave amps up need for water in the garden
Spice up your garden with the perfect pepper
If you've become exasperated trying to make peppers thrive in Oregon's short-lived growing season, don't give up hope just yet.
Growing vegetables in the Pacific Northwest coastal region
Asparagus, beets, carrots and summer squash are some of the vegetables you can grow along the coast. Learn what to watch out for in a region known for cooler temperatures.
Lawn Watering Guide for Eastern Oregon
During the summer, nearly half of all residential water in Oregon is used to irrigate landscape areas around homes. A significant reduction in water use can occur by using efficient water ways to maintain our lawns and gardens. The Lawn Watering Guide offers suggestions to gain efficiency while maintaining an attractive lawn
Landscape Sustainability Checkup
Is your yard ready to be an "Oregon Sustainable Landscape"?