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And the favorite ‘Moment in the Garden’ is the photo 'Bumbles on Bumble Rumble'! Congratulations! A big thanks to all the contestants for sharing your photos! Know that you’ve created smiles and sparked inspiration for many. We hope everyone enjoyed viewing the photo...
Hope all is well in the hives. Did you know that mid-August is widely considered to be the start of the beekeeping year? By this time your honey supers are off (or should be taken off ASAP - reference our July blog), you’re checking mite levels and treating if...
With summer BBQ's in full swing and wanting to be outside in the landscape more, you might be noticing the yellow jackets as they forage for food and water. Yellow jackets can be a real nuisance this time of year and no one wants to get stung or...
We had asked about what challenges you face while growing an edible garden in summer. The response was great! This blog aims to address those challenges, giving suggestions, including various local resources. As always, we invite you to come to our store with pictures...
Young berry plants need consistent attention, and even established berry plants still benefit from regular care. Provide proper watering and fertilizing to get the most out of your plantings. Aside from feeding and watering, proper pruning is important - consult a...
The Oregon coast is a large place, with many variations in local microclimates. Few sites are more challenging to find plants for than the shoreline. Many plants on coastal plant lists are worth trying in these sites, but there are a few shrub and perennial selections...
July is here and that means honey flow in your hive needs to be checked to determine if it’s time to harvest. Your hive work in July will have a definite impact on your colony’s chance of winter survival. During this time your goal is to create the optimal conditions...
Advice from Darren Morgan ~ As we finish out the days of June, look ahead to early July as a sort of mid-point in the gardening season in the Willamette Valley - the end of harvest for overwinter and spring crop plantings, and the last chance to plant main season...
The Oregon coast is a place of beauty, and a welcome respite from the interior heat. It can also be challenging for gardeners - and not just tomato growers. Even sunny sites are often cool, and the winds and salt air take a serious toll on many summer...
Extreme heat, particularly in early summer when plants haven't acclimated to the heat, can have harsh effects on the garden. To minimize heat damage there are several things you can do to protect your plants: Water Properly High temperatures can take moisture from the...
Tomatoes come in all sorts of variations so it's no surprise you may feel a bit intimidated when making your decision on what type to grow in your garden. Luckily, we are here to guide you and keep it simple! When searching for your tomato, consider days to maturity...
Beekeeping season is here! The honey flow in the Willamette Valley is on! Right now, you should be seeing fresh white wax and a lot of nectar coming into your colonies. At this point in the season, it is better to have a few strong colonies rather than a larger number...
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