Planting Garlic in the Fall: A Little Less Garlic, a Lot More Common Sense
Last year, I somehow convinced myself I needed an entire garden bed of garlic. This fall, I'm taking a more sensible approach and planting fewer cloves saved from last season's harvest. Here's how I plant garlic in the Willamette Valley, why fall is the perfect time to get started, and what I've learned about growing just enough.
Spring Gardening in the Pacific Northwest: Don’t Let the Warm Weather Fool You
A warm, dry spring in the Pacific Northwest can make it tempting to plant everything early, but that’s where many gardeners go wrong. Here’s what to plant now, what to avoid, and how to prep your garden for a successful season in Oregon.