GARLIC

Garlic is divided into two types: hardnecks and softnecks. Hardnecks grow with a hard woody stalk, prefer cooler winters, have a warm to hot spicy flavor and store for 3 to 6 months. Softnecks have a softer stem suitable for braiding, milder flavor and store 6 to 9 months.   Planting Garlic survives bitterly cold…

LAWN CARE

If considering planting a new lawn, it is optimal to have 6 to 8 weeks of good growing weather after seeding. Grass seeds germinate best when the air temperature is between 60º and 85ºF. In the Northwest, mid-August to mid-September presents a near perfect environment. Also, in many parts of Oregon, a good time to…

FORCING BULBS

September through October is the season to begin forcing your spring bulbs for holiday gift giving and other occasions. Tulips, narcissus and hyacinths, along with other spring blooming bulb favorites, can be forced into flower in the late winter and early spring. Not all bulbs can be forced, and most bulb packages will indicate if…