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Jewels of Winter
Jewels of Winter When: Today and Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. What: Find the spirit of the tropics in
What is that plant?
What is that plant? Understanding what plants are native, what some non-native plants provide and
Prep for spring – soil test
Prep for spring – soil test Planting time will be here before you know it. Be ready by testing
These tiny, round nuthatches head south to our Valley for food
My husband and I watch the birds at our feeder each day. It is quality entertainment for both of us – and our cat and dogs.
Toads eat loads of pesky bugs
Q. Are toads really that good for my garden? If so, how do I get more of them? Julie from Poland
These costly little sponges must be cooked to eat
These costly little sponges must be cooked to eat MOREL MUSHROOMS By Marilyn McKinley OSU
Wrens - territorial insect-eaters help garden
Attracting house wrens is beneficial to your home and yard.
A Wildflower in Bloom Now?
A Wildflower in Bloom Now? When: Sunday, 2-4 p.m. What: Join naturalist Marilyn Williams to
Perennial plant of the year
Perennial plant of the year Stachys ‘Hummelo’ is this year’s plant. A cousin to lamb’s ear that
Heavenly hellebores
Heavenly hellebores The Lenten rose will start to bloom soon, and it will hold up through the
Native to Tanzania, African violets now inhabit US homes
By Lillian Quaranta OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer I’ve had a lot of questions about the
Feral cats visiting the garden
Q. One of the gardeners at our community garden has invited cats to the area. Isn’t this bad for our
Jewels of Winter
Jewels of Winter When: Tuesday-Sunday, through March 3, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. What: Find the spirit
Gardening in the 19th century?
Gardening in the 19th century? There were lots of interesting varieties used years ago. Some are
Yes, gardening is healthy
Yes, gardening is healthy Get more steps. Use your mind. Be creative. These are all a part of