Growing Knowledge archive

Note: This article is part of the Growing Knowledge series in Digger magazine. This series is provided by Oregon State University in collaboration with the United States Department of Agriculture and in partnership with the Oregon Association of Nurseries.

Handier handbooks

By Jay Pscheidt — Posted May 1, 2017

Updated pest management handbooks are now
mobile-friendly and searchable online.

Slow sand filters

By Peter Szymczak — Posted April 3, 2017

This traditional method of water purification was tested for its effectiveness at removing two common greenhouse pathogens, Phytophthora and Fusarium.

Evaluating manzanita

By Neil Bell — Posted March 1, 2017

Ongoing study shows this western native shrub to be drought tolerant, great for pollinators, and overall well suited for Northwest landscapes.

Working smarter, not harder

By Luisa Santamaria — Posted February 1, 2017

OSU Extension Service offers programs designed to increase knowledge among nursery workers, thereby increasing their productivity.

Flora-friendly gardening

By Linda K. Hardison — Posted January 4, 2017

The Oregon Flora Project helps horticulturalists identify, locate and grow native plants.

Helping horticulture find its niche

By Gail Langellotto — Posted December 1, 2016

The goal of NICH (National Initiative for Consumer Horticulture) is to get 90 percent of U.S. households gardening by 2025.

Biocontrol of azalea lace bugs

By Michael Flores — Posted October 3, 2016

Researchers investigate the use of lacewing predators to combat the pesky pest of rhododendrons.

Comparing natural and artificial turf

By Brian Daviscourt — Posted September 6, 2016

Study looks at cost and playability.

Reining in rogues

By Ryan Contreras — Posted August 2, 2016

Breeding for sterility is one way to control non-native, invasive plants.

Low-maintenance ground covers for Oregon schools

By Micah Gould — Posted July 1, 2016

OSU researchers investigate plants that create the healthiest environment for school communities.