
Things To Do This Month
- Watch a fun video made about the Lake Oswego's scarecrows at http://vimeo.com/49569595.
- Check any existing tomatoes. Green tomatoes with a star on the blossom end are good for frying.
- The Portland area's average first frost is between October 20 and 31. The average first freeze is November 8.
- Cut back perennials.
- Add some dolomite lime (available at most garden centers) to your soil during the Fall. I buy 5# Lily Miller's Super Sweet for about $6 and it lasts for several years. The winter rains will dissolve it so it will be available for next year's veggie root systems just when they need it.
- Consider covering your plot for the winter. It really helps to break the cycle of persistent weeds. Don't use our cardboard for this purpose though. We don't have enough for every one, it is way too expensive, and it takes up too much space in the dumpster and landfill. Secure your covering so it stays in place during our very windy winter months.
- Plant your garlic if you haven't yet.
- Watch the mail for your gardening reiteration letter in early November so you can sign up again for 2013.
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Class # 4325085
November Garden Activities
Classes at Luscher Farm
Autumn Wreath Class
Since ancient times the wreath - a simple circle of leaves, boughs or flowers - has served as a symbol of honor, faith or celebration. A wreath of golden wheat, mini-pumpkins or cornhusks celebrates the harvest. Learn how to decorate your home, both indoors and outdoors, with the beautiful handmade wreath you will create.
Saturday October 27 2-4p
Class # 4325710
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Starting Clematis and Perennials from Seed
It's fun, it's easy and it saves a lot of $ !! Learn to start many clematis and herbaceous perennials from seed. Materials provided. Learn to harvest mature seed, including some heirloom herbaceous perennials, too. Instructor is FRCC'S own Linda Beutler. Dress for the weather.
Saturday November 3 10a-12p
Class # 4325085
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