Gardening
What are pollinators?
Bees are not our only pollinators in the Pacific Northwest. According to the National Park service: “A pollinator is anything that helps carry pollen from the male part of the flower (stamen) to the female part of the same or another flower (stigma). The movement of pollen must occur for the plant to become fertilized…
Read MoreRaising Chickens in Portland: Meet the Experts
Chickens have been used to eat bugs for farmers for centuries. And there is nothing more entertaining than watching your chickens scratch and peck. Many say chickens are the gateway bird to other livestock, but perhaps you’re just considering a few hens. Whether it’s three hens or ten, look no further! Expert advice When it…
Read MoreWinter gardening tips
Design your garden, winter-pruning, feeding birds, and cleaning tools are all winter gardening activities you can enjoy One of the best projects is designing and planning your garden during the winter months while you dream of planting veggies. It’s also a great time to clean garden tools, properly care for trees, prune and monitor the…
Read MoreHelp detoxify your home with safe plants that purify your air
Plants that detoxify the air Many non-toxic plants help purify indoor air for pets Wildfire smoke causes a lot of problems for our pets, especially those with respiratory illnesses In addition to plants, there are other ways to increase indoor air quality for your animals, including keeping the windows open Your animals are exposed to…
Read MoreOregon Native Plants You Can Grow including SW Washington
There are many beautiful native plants that are easy to grow in the region Important pollinators help our fruit and nuts grow Consider planting wildflowers native to the region Invasive plants compete for space with our native plants Five Oregon Native Plants Oregon’s native plants attract pollinators and benefit the environment in many ways. There…
Read MoreWinter Houseplants: Top 10 Low-Maintenance Varieties
Winter houseplants help keep the house from feeling dreary and depressing. It is easy to find a handful of low-maintenance winter houseplants to add to your collection at our garden center, and our staff can help explain the best care and maintenance for new greenery. There are also ways to make your winter houseplants thrive…
Read MoreTop Five Plants for your Medicinal Herb Garden
You can add many amazing plants to your medicinal herb garden, but we have five we’ve been growing for years. Two plants are lavender and calendula; both herbs take off during summer. According to The Chestnut Herbal School of Medicine, here are five top picks for your medicinal herb garden. 1. Calendula (aka pot marigold):…
Read MoreFall Crops: Everything You Need to Know
Do you have your August garden calendar ready? Now is a great time to plan your fall crops. While you enjoy your summer veggies and admire the dahlias blooming you should consider planting before the days get shorter again. Your calendar should include some maintenance for your garden too. Fertilize cucumbers, summer squash, and broccoli…
Read MorePoisonous Plants for Dogs and Cats
Here are the top 15 Spring showers make spring flowers! But be mindful of the top poisonous plants for dogs and cats! Dogs dig under all plants so many of the flowers in your yard may be an issue. You may not even realize it. The bulb family of plants is dangerous for our pets…
Read MoreWhat to Plant in Spring
Veggie plants you can start in April and May in Oregon It’s April, so start your seeds now! Our garden experts know that everyone is itching to get in their gardens this weekend. Some of you are planning containers, and others are hoping to get veggies started. So this is a primer on what to plant…
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