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The best vegetables to grow in Oregon's coastal climate

Growing vegetables along the Oregon coast requires gardeners to choose plants that do well in cooler climates. The list of possibilities is long and diverse, from root crops and brassicas to lettuce, potatoes and beans.

Sharon Busby, Carita Edson, Sally Reill | Dec 2025 | OSU Extension Catalog Peer reviewed (Gray level)

Growing vegetables in the Pacific Northwest coastal region

Grow vegetables successfully on the Oregon coast. Learn how to choose the right site, improve soil, protect plants from wind and cold, and select varieties that thrive in coastal conditions.

Sharon Busby, Carita Edson, Sally Reill | Dec 2025 | OSU Extension Catalog Peer reviewed (Gray level)

Garden challenge helps Oregon families grow food, skills and health

Grow This! initiative boosts food access, nutrition skills and classroom learning

Lauren Tobey | Nov 2025 | Impact story

What is this deformity on my heirloom tomatoes?

Q: I really enjoy heirloom tomatoes, especially the ‘Black Krim’ variety. I noticed this year that I have a larger quantity of tomatoes with a type of deformity. Is this normal for heirloom tomatoes or do I have some types of deficiency in my soil?

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Is wildfire ash on garden produce safe to eat?

OSU Extension shares guidance for cleaning fruits and vegetables after wildfires.

Kym Pokorny | Sep 4, 2025 | News story

Why does my butternut squash taste bland?

Q: We planted butternut squash that produced prolific fruit, but it just did not have flavor. The squash looked fine inside and out. What went wrong? Variety? Soil nutrients?

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Plant cold-hardy vegetables now for a spring harvest

With planning and luck, winter vegetables can thrive in Oregon.

Kym Pokorny | Sep 2, 2025 | News story

Can I eat volunteer vegetables from my compost?

Q: I maintain a fairly productive compost pile that I use to replenish my raised beds each year. This year, I have a large number of plants (mainly squash and tomatoes) that have come up in beds where this compost was ...

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OSU Extension food safety and preservation helpline opens for the season

Starting July 7, the toll-free helpline, 800-354-7319, is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Grace Xue | Jul 3, 2025 | News story

Is jelly made from dandelion or grape hyacinth tea considered safe?

Q: I made dandelion tea and grape hyacinth tea by soaking the petals in boiled water before eventually straining. Are they safe to process as a shelf stable product using a basic fruit jelly recipe? Or should they only be used for freezer jellies?

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