Hornbeams (Carpinus) may be lesser-known trees, but their toughness and versatility makes them suitable in a variety of landscapes, including as street trees or for screening. It’s no surprise that […]
Espaliers are multitasking space-savers in the garden. By using the vertical plane, they multiply your available growing space — letting you fit in more plants, which is always a good […]
Mother’s Day is just around the corner and for that special mom in your life, here are a few gift ideas available from Al’s Garden & Home, Portland Nursery and […]
New to gardening? Learn to “Grow Your Own” with a practical guide to gardening from the Master Gardeners at Oregon State University Extension Service. The booklet has everything you need […]
Join Washington County Master Gardeners for a fun-filled day and get a jump on spring gardening. Shop for amazing plants, ask questions of Master Gardeners, get free ‘how to’ guides […]
For most of us, dandelions are obnoxious weeds. They’re something to be pulled, yanked and banished from well-manicured lawns. But consider this: Their leaves are edible, and according to the […]
With today’s smaller lot sizes and smaller front and back yards, trees might be the last thing that you would think of planting. But in celebration of Arbor Day this […]
Most gardeners would like to think of themselves as being good stewards of the earth — people do what they can to care for and nurture our planet. With the […]
Join Clackamas County Master Gardener Association for the annual Spring Garden Fair. The event began as a small fuchsia sale and has grown to a two-day event with more than […]
Sometimes my most frustrating days at work end up being the most productive and inspiring in the kitchen. It’s as if I just need to forget about work and lose […]