AURORA, Ore. — Maryclair Birkemeier and David Stehman were married on a sunny day under a canopy of orderly hazelnut trees at Meridian Orchards in 2010, simultaneously becoming partners in life and in ...

Providing a welcoming habitat for birds in winter is as easy as planting cold-hardy trees that will provide much-needed ...

There has been a growing interest in trying to combine the cold hardiness and disease resistance of the American species with ...

Oregon farmers will soon be able to plant hazelnut trees with a new genetic source of Eastern Filbert Blight resistance than they’ve traditionally relied on. Oregon State University recently obtained ...

When it comes to choosing the right plants for your landscaping, it's important to consider both visual appeal and functionality. With the Chinese hazelnut tree (Corylus fargesii), you can enjoy ample ...

March is ideal for planting nut trees like almonds and walnuts, offering culinary delights and nutritional benefits. Consider factors like hardiness zones, soil, light, and water requirements when ...

When planting, the hole is key. Dig it at least twice as wide as the existing root ball. The larger, the better. The length of time it takes to get the tree established and growing is directly related ...

PETERS CREEK — The little tree in Josh Smith’s yard at the base of Bear Mountain resembled an alder, the scrappy and familiar Alaskan shrub. But the sturdy sapling with oval leaves was actually a ...

It’s easy to take soil for granted, but what an impact it has on our trees, shrubs, lawns and gardens. Soil is the main vehicle by which plant roots absorb water and nutrients, and it keeps plants ...