Unless you’re a bona fide green thumb, you’ve likely never heard of coco coir before. Pronounced “coco coy-er,” it’s the fibrous husk that comprises the outer layer of a ripe coconut. Gardeners often ...

Anyone who has ever cared for plants has probably purchased commercial potting soil at some point in their lives – but did you know that almost all commercial potting soils are made from peat – a ...

On this St. Patrick's Day maybe you were wished the luck of the Irish. Maybe you dined on a typical Irish meal like a shepherd's pie. Did you wear your "kiss me, I'm Irish" pin? My thoughts move away ...

Mid-winter is a great time to start seeds for your summer garden. You may think it’s too early, however, when you consider when our growing season starts and how long it is, getting a head start is a ...

CORVALLIS — While you’re battling the winter blues, make your own seed-starting mix and plan for the gardening days ahead. Home gardeners can start vegetable and flower seedlings indoors from four to ...

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Unless you’re a bona fide green thumb, you’ve likely never heard of coco coir before. Pronounced “coco coy-er,” it’s the fibrous husk that comprises the outer layer of a ripe coconut. Gardeners often ...