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Maintaining a moss-free roof takes some effort
After cleaning the shingles, low-toxicity products can be used to kill the moss. But shedding more sun on the roof works more permanently.
Coastal risks and land use policy create economic tradeoffs for armoring the Oregon Coast
An Oregon land use policy creates a large economic value for some private homeowners who are allowed to protect their shoreline against erosion, according to a new Oregon State University study.
Dig into hundreds of publications from OSU Extension online catalog
Have a gardening question? Find an answer in one of OSU Extension's publications.
Light exposure key for growing successful houseplants
A fundamental rule of gardening is to give houseplant the conditions they need to thrive.
Care and Maintenance of Wood Shingle and Shake Roofs
Care and Maintenance of Wood Shingle and Shake Roofs has been a popular section of the PNW Plant Disease Management Handbook for many years.
Looking for Frog-Friendly Moss Control
Q: Does moss treatment that is typically used on roofs hurt frogs?
Wristband samplers show similar chemical exposure across three continents
Oregon State University researchers deployed chemical-sampling wristbands to individuals on three continents and found that no two wristbands had identical chemical detections – but the same 14 chemicals were detected in more than 50 percent of the wristbands.
Why is my patio turning black?
Q: My pergola and wooden fence, even rocks and stone are getting black residue. Is it mold?
Finding and Removing Variegated Carpet Beetles
This beetle is one of the most common pests of dry organic materials found in homes and warehouses.
Insects and spiders out to find shelter for winter
The insects trying to get into homes aren't going to hurt humans or houses.