Browse resources Displaying 1 - 10 of 10 resources Photo by Lynn Ketchum. (Cropped from original) Rhododendrons and azaleas need a strong acidic soil The most effective way to correct an iron deficiency for these plants is to acidify the soil. Jun 4, 2024 | News story Credit: Patrick Breen, © Oregon State University (Cropped from original) Give rhododendrons and azaleas an annual check-up each spring Spring is time to care for rhodies and azaleas. Peg Herring | Mar 25, 2024 | News story Credit: Hope Stephens (Cropped from original) Spruce up older camellias with a late spring trim Here’s how to give your old camellia a makeover. Kym Pokorny | May 26, 2023 | News story Credit: Logan Bennett (Cropped from original) When planning next year’s garden, turn to popular native plants If sited correctly, native plants can perform well and attract pollinators. Kym Pokorny | Jan 3, 2020 | News story Saucy shrubs strut their stuff in fall Colorful shrubs can compete with trees when it comes to fall color. Kym Pokorny | Oct 18, 2019 | News story Photo by Neil Bell. (Cropped from original) Six stellar shrubs to brighten the winter garden Winter doesn't have to be dark and dreary in the garden if you use plants that bloom in winter. Kym Pokorny | Feb 1, 2019 | News story Hydrangeas play a pretty role in the garden Hydrangeas play many roles in the garden, whether it's shining in a special place or creating a hedge. Kym Pokorny | Oct 5, 2018 | News story Drought-tolerant Ceanothus makes a beautiful addition to the garden With it's blue flowers, Ceanothus fills a gap in the garden. Kym Pokorny | May 25, 2018 | News story Photo by Neil Bell. (Cropped from original) Ten all-around great shrubs for water-wise gardens Low-water plants save money, time and help the environment Kym Pokorny | Jul 17, 2015 | News story Photo by Linda McMahan, OSU Extension (Cropped from original) Plant native Oregon shrubs now Time to plant native Oregon shrubs Jan 29, 2010 | News story