The 2019 winter native plant sales are underway at numerous locations surrounding Clackamas County. Native plants are great for your conservation planting. They are adapted to our climate, making them quite hardy, and […]
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Watershed Councils Receive 2019 Support Grants
On Tuesday, December 22, 2018, the Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Directors unanimously approved Watershed Council Support Grants totaling $118,000. Ten watershed councils, located wholly or partially within Clackamas County […]
The Benefits and Ecology of a Moss Lawn
As we prepare for winter planting of our native trees and shrubs, we share this intriguing article written by Cathy Burk at the Habitat Network. The Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District appreciates […]
Backyard Habitat Certification Program Open Garden Tour
Have you ever wondered what is going on behind the scenes in a “certified backyard habitat?” Would you like to see, first hand, examples of how others design their landscapes and combine native […]
Backyard Confidential – An Essay by Jay Kosa
In honor of national pollinator week (June 18 – 24) we are sharing this article written by Jay Kosa, the Communications Manager for Columbia Land Trust, a partner of the Backyard Habitat Certification […]
Consider Oak for Difficult Spots in Your Woodland
If disease and mortality is a constant problem in part or all of your forest land, you may want to reconsider the tree species you have chosen to plant. Not all soil types […]
May is Native Plant Appreciation Month!
We’re celebrating Native Plant Month in May and you should too! Below are a few terrific reasons why native plants are the best choice for your landscaping and backyard habitat needs. Restore Wildlife […]
It’s Time to Think about Native Plants!
Consider beautifying your yard, pollinator garden, or hedgerow with native plants! Several of our local area soil and water conservation districts offer native tree, shrub, and plant for sale each year.
Plant with us Along the Trolley Trail!
Volunteers are needed to help us restore native habitat in Stringfield Park along the Trolley Trail with native plants, shrubs and trees! This bike-friendly planting event is a great opportunity to shake off […]
