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Tips for successful seed germination that requires cold stratification.

Our native wild lilacs vary in form from ground cover to large shrubs or small trees; they can be deciduous or evergreen, with flowers ranging from creamy white to bright cobalt blue. What they all share, however, is a need for excellent drainage, no summer watering, and nutrient-poor soil. Overwatering and excessive feeding will significantly reduce the lifespan of your Ceanothus. In their natural environment, they thrive in dry forests, dry rocky slopes, and dry wooded cany

A free downloadable booklet from the Wildlife Botanical Gardens that contains dozens of high quality photos and descriptions of native plants perfect for Oregon gardens. Download booklet

Native plants are essential for healthy ecosystems that support insects and animals, but vegetation alone does not provide the necessary resources for most creatures or their life cycles. This book breaks down ecological processes that regulate habitats and explains how to recreate vibrant, gorgeous, natural habitats in your own backyard—ones that attract pollinating insects, birds, and other suburban wildlife while appealing to neighbors and friends. It focuses on how to reb

Useful information about how native plants support bees.