As a forestland owner, you’ve undoubtedly needed a map of your property at some point.
As a forestland owner, you’ve undoubtedly needed a map of your property at some point.
Question: I want to add mint to my garden, but I know from previous experience that it can be invasive. What precautions should I take?
When our normal winter rain pattern stopped in late March, I was pretty sure we were headed for the hottest year since the record heat of 2015. It seems like day time high temperatures in the 90s has become pretty common, with night time lows around 60 degrees.
Question: I like delicate flowers and easy to grow plants that are more drought resistant than thirsty. Would coral bells be a good fit in my garden?
Question: I have never grown fennel and would like to add it to my garden. I have been reading that there are many plants that should not be planted with fennel. I don’t know much about growing this plant and am curious. What information can you share?
Question: What carnivorous plants are native to Oregon? Can they be grown in the Umpqua Valley?
The 2020 Labor Day wildfires across the state spurred a call to action for all Oregonians to take on the responsibility of preparing their homes, neighborhoods and communities for wildfire.
Question: Recently, the Master Gardener Plant Clinic received an email from someone who has an invasive plant sprouting up in her backyard. Along with sending a photo of the plant, she asked us to identify it and how to get rid of it!
Over the past few years we have heard about beneficial insects like honey bees and bumble bees being killed by pesticides or poor management practices. What home orchardists need to be working toward is a pest control strategy that hits the bad guys pretty hard but leaves the secondary pests…
Question: I just finished building a new home in a foothill area and am very aware that wildfire is a real threat. My goal is to create a landscape that is both fire-resistant and drought-tolerant. Any suggestions?
Five Roseburg residents will welcome guests into their gardens Saturday when the League of Women Voters of Umpqua Valley Spring Garden Tour returns.
Question: Is it possible to grow lemons here in Douglas County?
Question: Is it possible to grow celery in the Umpqua Valley?
Question: There is a new invasive species of earthworms found in Oregon that I’d like to know about.
Since Oct. 1, 2020, central Douglas County has received about 24 inches of rain versus our 30 year average for the same time frame of 32 inches.
Question: While walking by a home recently, I noticed a very strong, nauseating smell and thought maybe it was coming from a dead animal. Much to my surprise, the source of this rancid smell was a huge purple flower! Can you identify it and give me any information about this strange plant?
Question: I have been cooking at home so much more this past year and have been experimenting with recipes that call for fresh herbs. They are expensive to purchase in the grocery store, and I like the idea of picking my herbs fresh on an “as needed” basis. So, I would like to plant a culina…
Question: What are the recommended techniques for growing basil in the Umpqua Valley?
Question: It’s finally spring and we found the most beautiful wildflowers on our walk this morning. They look like wild orchids. Can you tell us about them and is it possible to grow them in our garden?
Douglas County is home to over 18 school gardens in various stages and uses.
Question: How can I collect some of my heirloom pepper and tomato seeds and have them produce the same fruit?
April’s Arbor Day is an annual reminder of how important trees are to our lives. Trees shade our homes, clean the air, sequester carbon from the atmosphere, offer habitat to wild life and provide beauty to our landscapes.
Question: With all the warm weather we’ve recently been experiencing, I’ve noticed the grass in my lawn is really taking off. Could you give some advice on how to successfully manage my turf so it’s healthy and less weedy?
If you have been to the farmers market, grocery store or several local restaurants this year, chances are you have seen microgeens. You may be curious what these tiny, edible plants are, or what makes them different from sprouts. Maybe you have tried to grow them at home or want to but are n…
Question: Each year I try to grow something new and different in my garden. This year, I have decided to grow sunflowers. Looking through an Oregon-based seed catalog, I noticed that there are over a dozen varieties that will grow locally. Not only will sunflowers be a beautiful addition to …
Question: What are the recommended techniques for growing great cucumbers in the Umpqua Valley?
Question: I’ve noticed a pretty plant called heather for sale at the local nursery. What is the difference between heath and heather, and are they good plants for my garden?
The relatively mild climate of Western Oregon allows gardeners to have a very long planting season, depending on what you are planting.
Question: What are some ways that I can attract beneficial insects to my garden?
Question: I have purchased my first home and have room to plant my favorite flower, roses. I need a type of rose that is low maintenance and disease resistant. Someone suggested that I plant Knockout Roses. What are Knock Out Roses?
Question: What are the recommended planting techniques for growing great peas in the Umpqua Valley?
For forestland owners in Western Oregon, winter is the time to get out on the land to plant the next generation of trees. There are many important things to keep in mind when planting seedlings, whether you’re planting 10 or 10,000. Keep these things in mind and refer to the publications lis…
During our wet cool, winter in Oregon we have one plant that flourishes, especially in shady areas, and that’s moss.
Question: It’s almost Valentine’s Day and I would like to surprise my sweetie with a plant or tree that would feature heart-shaped leaves or flowers. Do you have any recommendations?
