If you have a passion for gardening, blasting some Pantera might be just what you need. According to the newly published First Saturday Lime Study that did some digging and investigated the correlation between music, gardening and homesteading, Pantera seems to be one of the more popular acts to listen to while gardening. As a…
Events are free unless noted. Please email calendar submissions at least three weeks in advance to [email protected]. ONGOING Parade of Homes: Through Sept. 22. Explore three luxury homes on large lots at the Reserve at Lake River in Felida, Washington. clarkcountyparadeofhomes.com. Annual Dahlia Festival: 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday through Sept. 29. Stroll through…
CORVALLIS – Not ready to hang up your gloves and spade just yet? The fearless gardener still has a chance to plant some cold-hardy vegetables to harvest next spring. But don’t dawdle. “Winter gardening is a risky business,” said Jim Myers, plant breeder and researcher at Oregon State University. “It may work one year with…
Timely advice on garden chores, fertilizing, pest control, and more from OSU Extension. These tips are not necessarily applicable to all areas of Oregon. For more information, contact your local Extension office. The Oregon State University Extension Service encourages sustainable gardening practices. Practice preventive pest management rather than reactive pest control. Identify and monitor problems…
In the three decades since Debt-Proof Living (formerly known as Cheapskate Monthly Newsletter) began, I’ve racked up more than 1.4 million air miles on book tours, speaking gigs and TV and radio appearances. It’s been a blast, and I’ve mostly loved every minute of it. The year was 1998. I was in San Francisco, getting…
Of all the veggies to come out of a home garden, fresh tomatoes are among the most commonly prized. From big, juicy heirlooms to snackably sweet cherries, homegrown tomatoes come in a range of delicious possibilities and are easy enough even for beginners to grow — but certain practices can help ensure a more successful…
As temperatures warm and perennials start to pop up, gardeners across Michigan are digging out bulbs and organizing seed packets for another season of growing. But not all flowers and plants grow well in certain regions. A big factor in where certain things grow best is your area’s cold season. The U.S. Department of Agriculture…
