Valley Grows
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There are gardens for every ability
There are gardens for every ability Check out this interactive website that gives everyone an
Brown thumb indoors?
Brown thumb indoors? Houseplants aren’t the easiest things to grow. Even the green thumbs have
Beware of salt injury to plants this winter
By Eric Barrett OSU Ext. educator Remember the salt you are using to melt slippery sidewalks and
Expand your growing seasons, plant choices by creating ... MICROCLIMATES
By Pam Baytos OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer As gardeners, we are familiar with our
Pruning herbs spurs new growth
Q. Someone was talking about pruning in the herb garden. Is this a thing? If so, what should I be
Hand Feed a Chickadee
Hand Feed a Chickadee When: Today, 9-11 a.m. What: Black-capped chickadees are inquisitive
Carnivorous plants!
Carnivorous plants! If insect-eating plants are a curiosity, then we have the tools to help you
Build low tunnels for early veggies
Build low tunnels for early veggies Winter is a time for planning! Watch this great video to learn
Make your own bird treats
More than one third of all households in the U.S. feed birds, spending close to $3 billion for bird seed!
Discover delights of winter’s landscapes
By Pam Baytos OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer We used to be winter people, skiing in Vermont,
Fungus gnats travel indoors
Q. How do I get rid of gnats? I don’t have any fruit left out. They are smaller than fruit flies.
Winter Scavenger Hunt
Winter Scavenger Hunt When: Today and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. What: Get out of the house
Leaves won’t leave
Leaves won’t leave Why do some of the oak trees keep their leaves all winter? Can I choose one
Volunteer naturalist training
Volunteer naturalist training If you love nature, love being outdoors and want to learn more
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