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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


Tease photo

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