Oregon State University Extension Service

Gardening, Landscape & Small Farms Resources

Grow your gardening and landscape skills

We provide research-based information for backyard gardeners and green industry professionals, including regional specific information.

Where can I find resources and help?

Local OSU staff and trained OSU Master Gardener volunteers provide education in many ways:

  • Events: Attend a workshop or class.
  • Educational resources: Publications, books, and guides.
  • Ask us questions: You may submit a questions online, call, or visit our office(s). We will assist you in answering your gardening and lawn questions, including identifying your weed, disease, and insect problems and suggest research-based management for these issues.

Join the Monthly Chat with Chip series!

Register to attend each presentation and Q&A in the series "Chat with Chip," held the 3rd Tuesday evening each month.

    Columbia County Master Gardeners™

    Do you love gardening, want to advance your skills, and volunteer your time to help others learn? We provide Master Gardeners with tools to become better gardeners:

    • Research-based gardening techniques: Learn the art and science of growing and caring for plants using sustainable gardening practices. Our techniques are based on research by Oregon State University and other land-grant universities.
    • Grow your community: Meet beginner and expert gardeners in your community.
    • Learn by teaching: Provide gardening education in your community.
    • Gain confidence in your skills: We see Master Gardeners become more confident, outgoing, and aware of the need for their gardening knowledge.
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    Chip Bubl
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    Source URL: https://extension.oregonstate.edu/columbia/gardening-landscape-small-farms-resources