Stick a thermometer in the soil before planting vegetables
Using a thermometer to monitor the soil takes the guess work out of when to plant vegetables.
Soil Fertility in Organic Systems: A Guide for Gardeners and Small Acreage Farmers
This publication discusses the many types of fertilizers and soil amendments available for organic plant production. Fertilizer formulations, nutrient availability, and application practices for common organic products are also explained. While the primary focus is on building and maintaining fertile soil, information about how to protect soil and water resources in this context is included.
Tired of bolting spinach? Plant while soil is cool.
Plant spinach when soil is cool, then other heat-tolerant greens in the summer.
Wait for soil to warm up to plant cukes
Wait until your soil warms up about 70 degrees to plant cucumbers.
Coax tomatoes and peppers to maturity
Use plastic sheeting to warm the soil.
OSU expert recommends waiting to plant vegetable garden
A few days of sunny weather isn't enough to warm the soil
Hydroponics: Speed fresh vegetables to the table by growing in water
You don't need soil to grow a productive garden
Add new flavor to the table with 8 unusual vegetables
OSU Extension master gardener educates people about underused vegetables
Runner beans are beautiful and edible
If you have trouble getting other green beans to germinate in early May because of cold soil, try planting a patch of scarlet runner beans first before your pole and bush green beans.
Checklist for putting your garden to bed for winter
The glistening cold of the Willamette Valley's first frost has ushered in the right time to clean up the garden.