How to support bees in a heatwave Note: information courtesy of Oregon State University’s Extension Service Extreme summer heat events are stressful for people. These heat waves can also stress bees. Many gardeners put out shallow trays of water and pebbles to help the bees. What is the science behind this? How honey bees maintain ... Read More
Archives for July 2021
Unwelcome Thistle
By Tyler Goss Musk Thistle (or Carduus Nutans) is a biennial thistle of the Arteraceae family, native to Mediterranean Europe. This invasive grows to stand about four feet tall and has a big purple bulb on top. Unlike scotch thistle, the flower head of the plant is entirely purple. The stalk leading to the flower head ... Read More
Fire-wise Landscaping through Oregon State University Extension Service
Learn how your landscaping can add a layer of fire prevention. The course is free Fire-wise Landscaping Growing Oregon Gardeners: Level Up Series Join us on July 13 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. PDT for this free webinar on how you can create a fire-wise landscape. Register today. Tips for gardening in extreme heat SUSTAINABLE LANDSCAPING ONLINE ... Read More