Gardening for Wildlife: Naturescaping Fundamentals Registration is now open for the Gardening for Wildlife Workshop! Sessions will be held on Wednesday, April 27th and Wednesday, May 11th. Participants will learn how to create […]
Tag Archives | native plants
Celebrate Native Plant Appreciation Week!
Native Plant Appreciation Week is April 25-May 1, 2021. This annual celebration provides an opportunity to reflect on why it is essential to control invasive weeds. Join us all at the District in […]
After the Ice Storm: Assessing Tree Damage and Moving Forward
The recent ice storm caused a lot of damage across the Willamette Valley and tested the strength of every tree species. Afterwards, it left many of us with a mess and asking what […]
Pollinator Challenge: Lawn Management Without Pesticides
Can lawn management practices contribute to the improved health of our pollinators? The answer is a resounding YES! Here are some helpful suggestions to consider during National Pollinator Week, and the rest of […]
District Adds Native Pollinator Hedgerow
Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District staff grabbed shovels, wheelbarrows, and rakes on a frosty March morning to build a native pollinator hedgerow. The hedgerow took advantage of two berms which run across […]
Do You Have Oregon White Oak Trees on Your Property?
Oregon white oak (Quercus garryana) is a magnificent tree historically prevalent in the Willamette Valley. Oak-associated habitats are culturally significant and support hundreds of plant, invertebrate, and wildlife species. Oregon white oak is […]
Oregon White Oak Restoration and Preservation
Oregon white oak (Quercus garryana) is a magnificent tree historically prevalent in the Willamette Valley, including areas in the Molalla and Rock Creek Watersheds. Since 1850, only 10% of Willamette Valley oak woodland, […]
How to Choose a Good Pollinator Seed Mix
Our colleagues at the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service have put together a guide entitled How to Choose a Good Pollinator Seed Mix. We are excited to share this guide during National Pollinator […]
May is Native Plant 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 […]
