Ah, the freshly cut Christmas tree! The age-old tradition and beloved icon of the season. Sawing down a fresh tree is a little trouble, but well worth it. Cut tree sales continue to be strong year after year, despite the attributes of artificial trees. Since Oregon is the nation’s largest producer of holiday trees, it’s […]| Garden – Eugene Magazine
The rolling hills and fertile valleys of Oregon have long been a haven for sustainable agriculture. But in recent years, a new crop has begun to bloom across the state: locally grown flowers. Unlike their commercially produced counterparts, often flown in from distant countries and heavily sprayed with pesticides, these blooms boast a lower carbon […]| Garden – Eugene Magazine
More than 70 million people will spend the summer planting, pruning, and participating in America’s second-largest leisure activity: gardening. They know something other people don’t — gardening is not only good for the environment, but also good for body and soul. Research shows that gardening provides a wide range of physical and mental health benefits. […]| Garden – Eugene Magazine
On a warm spring afternoon, there’s nothing nicer than relaxing on the front steps and listening to the birds sing and the bees buzz. It’s especially nice to know that while I’m relaxing, someone else — or rather, something else — is working hard in my garden. Many types of bees, from the fat, furry […]| Garden – Eugene Magazine
Anyone can turn a sunny backyard into a luscious oasis with an orchard of dwarf trees. You don’t need a lot of ground to grow a small tree. Fruit trees can be grown in even the smallest of gardens. Put them in containers and surround your outdoor living space with pots of flowering and […]| Garden – Eugene Magazine
Herbs are powerful plants. Simply the scent of fresh rosemary can awaken your sense of smell or conjure up wonderful memories. Dry summers and rainy winters in the Northwest provide climate conditions perfect for many favorite herbs such as thyme, lavender, and sage. Herbs play an important role in a garden. They can enhance pollination […]| Garden – Eugene Magazine
We gardeners usually have the essentials covered — watering, pulling weeds, and pruning. But maybe we’re so busy that we forget to step back, to take a look. When you can see the bigger picture of your garden over time, you can spot what’s working and what isn’t, and take some steps to remedy those […]| Garden – Eugene Magazine
Homeowners are interested in creating a garden that is aesthetically pleasing, with variations in color and textures that complement their home. However, if your house is located near a forest or grasslands, you should consider the flammability of your plant choices in order to reduce fire risk. First, think of the first 30 feet from […]| Eugene Magazine
Warming spring weather means two things: pests and diseases coming out in full force, ready to attack the tender new foliage and flowers that abound. Before you get angry and impatient and reach for that chemical arsenal to do away with the nuisances, consider the fact that healthy, vigorous plants are better able to resist […]| Eugene Magazine
Editor’s Note, G.B. Lawrence provided us with this article in honor of Black History Month in February. Clearly, full support from the University of Oregon!s Athletic Department for its athletes of color is no longer in question. However, that has not always been the case. Take for instance Mack Robinson, older brother of sports legend […]| Eugene Magazine