"They are the plants that have adapted to our growing conditions in the Willamette Valley," said Jenny Meisel of Marion Soil and Water Conservation District. "Once established (about two years ...

These rare plants are found only in Oregon’s Willamette Valley and at one isolated site in Washington. “It’s past time for the federal government to recognize that these delicate flowers need strong ...

Gonen said Willamette Valley residents with ash trees on their ... low” effects on surrounding wildlife, insects and other plants. “It’s all contained within the tree,” Gonen said.

People and plants need care to make it through an over 100-degree heatwave without wilting. Erica Chernoh, Oregon State University Extension Service horticulturist, offers some ideas to help keep ...

WEATHER | LATEST STORM TRACKER 2 FORECAST In the Willamette Valley, outside of the Portland ... “Extra mulch around the roots will also help out plants that can't be moved inside.” ...