Gardening - Get Good At It!

When the insect damage becomes too great and you need to reduce the pest population one of the least toxic solutions is insecticidal soap.

We live in the desert and the sun and weather we love so much can be a threat to our plants but there are ways you can protect them.

Hot, dry weather in Central Oregon leads to many issues that all gardeners should address. This week we'll explain how to maintain your veggie garden.

If you live in an apartment or have a small patio, we'll help you discover that containers filled with vibrant colors can create a dramatic effect in a small space.

Western Gall Rust affects our Pine Trees - how would you recognize it and how can you treat it?

Early June is a perfect time to plant your vegetables outdoors so let's make certain your garden area is ready.

There are a few final steps to take your seedlings out into the great wide world.

Garden catalogs show pots & planters that make it even easier to grow fresh vegetables outside your door.

Do you wonder why your plants don't thrive? Learn about 4 common mistakes we all make in our garden.

Even Master Gardeners make mistakes and kill plants…but we learn by doing. We’ll help you avoid these 5 mistakes.

How can you prevent the wildlife pests, mainly deer, from destroying your garden and landscapes? Master Gardeners have a few tools in our garden shed.

There is nothing magical about people known as green thumbs. Beautiful gardens are the result of research, trial-and-error, and experience & you can "grow" one yourself.

You may enjoy the beauty and bounty that a garden offers but wonder about the effects of garden chemicals. You can take steps to minimize the dangers.

Why do your houseplants drop leaves? There are many reasons, but most are related to improper care or poor growing conditions. We'll give you some pointers on care of your houseplants this Winter.

Sustainable gardening is about achieving a balance between costs and benefits for a garden that will flourish with less water, pesticides, fertilizers and even work!

Now that you've grown your seedlings, you can learn how to keep them healthy and productive.

A licensed arborist explains why many people wonder about the high desert junipers and wonder “Aren’t they considered weeds?”

An old Chinese proverb says “The beginning of wisdom is to call things by their right names.” We'll explain why it's important to identify your plants.

All aspects of gardening require advance planning, including seed selection. The selection depends on your preferences and needs, space available, and time that you can allocate to gardening.

Gather up the seed catalogs and settle down for a good read. Even if you buy locally, you can learn much from catalogs if you understand a few key terms and all that may be packed into the descriptions.

Spiders! Some people just don’t like them, some even have a phobia about them. The truth is that they help us by eating the insects that damage our crops, invade our homes, and are vectors for disease.

It IS possible to grow almost anything in the high desert.

Why would you want to grow Microgreens on your windowsill? We'll explain what they are and how to grow them.

Trees sometimes have that annoying habit of growing just where you planted them, sometimes into the driveway itself!

I am not the only one who experiences the feeling of joy of flipping through pages and perusing pictures of what might be a vase of summer flowers or vegetables on my dinner table. There is history and tradition in seed and garden catalogs.

Many gardeners wonder about winter care of their indoor plants and bulbs; we'll cover some of the more common questions.

If you want to grow tomatoes in Central Oregon, you’ll want to be aware of the challenges and how to meet them head on.

The Declaration of Independence and the US Constitution personify the grandness of our founding fathers. In that spirit, this week we investigate our most famous heritage gardens.

Do you see pitch masses on your pine trees? You may have the Sequoia Pitch Moth.

Food insecurity is a problem in this land of plenty for individuals and families who do not have access to adequate nutrition. Join the Master Gardeners and Grow a Row!

Edible landscaping plants can be just as attractive as ornamentals while producing fruits and vegetables for your family.

If you live in the High Desert, now is the time to think about planting the vegetables you’d like to have ready by Halloween.

Several perennial and annual vines grow well in Central Oregon climate. We'll tell you which ones you may want to grow.

Something is happening to the bees in our gardens. And the unseen threat to these pollinators is a very real threat to our world, too.

Longer Spring days bring out a craving for color in the garden - time for some annuals!

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Potatoes grow well in Central Oregon and we'll explain how you can grow a beautiful crop.

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Starting seeds indoors is a great way to extend our short outdoor growing season. We’ll tell you how to be successful!

More information on vegetable gardening can be found on our website: www.gocomga.com

The next few weeks is the best time to start seeds indoors. Which ones? We'll give you a list.

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Where can we get gardening advice? The good news is, there are lots of resources. The bad news is, there are lots of resources! We can help.

More information on many gardening topics can be found on the website www.gocomga.com

Nothing signals spring like the arrival of your favorite seed catalog in the mailbox. We'll help you choose which seeds to order.

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If you’re like most serious gardeners in Central Oregon, you want to know: “How do I keep the deer from eating my plants?”

The transcript of this episode with a resource list is available at www.gocomga.com/Gardening-get-good-at-it.

Shopping for seeds is how many gardeners actively dream of what their gardens will look like this next summer. However, having the right information for choosing the appropriate seeds to get the best possible outcome in Central Oregon is important.

These tips in selecting the right tree for the right place are here to help you to have success in choosing a tree that will provide benefits for many years with minimum costs.

Houseplants require some special attention in winter when we become their whole world - with complete control over their environment.