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The Edible Garden Group
The Edible Garden Group of the Corvallis Sustainability Coalition
Food Action Team supports home food production, sharing, and
community resilience. We are a growing, lively group of volun-
teers. Our projects include:
Edible Garden Tours
Corvallis Garden Resource Guide
Neighborhood Planters Kiosks (NPK)
We’d love to have you take part in our work. To find out more about
our activities, go to sustainablecorvallis.org/action-teams/food/
Primary Sponsors
An online version of this guide is available at
www.tinyurl.com/corvallisgarden
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Welcome Winn Farms
3039 NE Garden Ave., Corvallis. Poultry and meat. Chicks, turkeys, duck eggs,
Muscovy ducks.
to the 2020 Edition
www.winnfarms.com • 541-207-4541
of the Corvallis Garden Resource Guide
This guide was produced by members of the Food Action Team of the Corval-
Beekeeping
lis Sustainability Coalition. Donations to support this project may be sent
INFORMATION AND COMMUNITY
to Corvallis Sustainability Coalition, PO Box 2310, Corvallis, OR 97339. Make
checks payable to Corvallis Sustainability Coalition, with “Garden Resource Linn-Benton Beekeepers’ Association
Guide” noted on the check. Meetings on the third Wednesday of each month, 6:30 pm at the Corvallis
Waldorf School, 3855 NE Hwy 20, Corvallis. Presentations by experts and lo-
Thanks to all the individuals and groups that provided suggestions and cal beekeepers on seasonally-appropriate topics. If you find a swarm, please
feedback, and to all who have contributed to this project since its inception see their website for a list of beekeepers who can remove it.
in 2011. Special thanks go to the many Food Action Team members who
www.lbba.us • linnbentonbeekeepers@outlook.com
helped produce this edition and to Rebecca “Sunny” Winters for the cover
design. Oregon Master Beekeeper Program
Thank you to our sponsors Series of classes, readings, and hands-on sessions offered at both Apprentice
(beginner) and Journey (advanced) levels
extension.oregonstate.edu/mb • 541-737-1875
Benton County Master Gardener Association
Town & Country Realty
BEES AND SUPPLIES
Garland Nursery
Shonnard’s Nursery, Florist, & Landscape Shonnard’s Beekeeping Department
6600 SW Philomath Blvd., Corvallis. Shonnard’s offers a wide selection of hive
types and accessories. Nucs and packages available for purchase in spring.
for generous donations that allow us to distribute this guide free of charge. Shonnard’s also offers consulting services and classes, and the website con-
tains a number of educational articles.
We’ve tried to be as complete and accurate as possible. We apologize for any shonnards.com/beekeeping • bees@shonnards.com • 541-929-3524
omissions or errors. Send corrections and additions to Annette Mills at
info@sustainablecorvallis.org for inclusion in later editions. You may also use Flying Bee Ranch (Salem)
this address to request copies of the guide for your event, organization, or 5180 Lardon Rd. NE, Salem. Beekeeping supplies, honey tasting, gifts, and
business. more. Five-frame nucs available for pre-order on website in spring.
flyingbeeranch.net • 503-399-8409
An online version of this guide is available at
www.tinyurl.com/corvallisgarden. Glory Bee (Eugene)
29548 B Airport Road, Eugene. Hive supplies and bottling equipment avail-
able online and at their store.
glorybee.com/beekeeping • 800-456-7923
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The Resilient Gardener • by Carol Deppe
Chapter 9, “The Laying Flock,” gives basic information, including a detailed
Contents
analysis of whether chickens or ducks will work better for you.
BackyardChickens.com How To Use This Guide .......................................................................... 2
Very active forum with posts on any and all poultry topics; a good place to
get advice on a specific breed or problem. Active local members arrange Gathering Knowledge ........................................................................... 3
annual poultry swaps in the Willamette Valley. Has a separate sub-forum for Getting Started ...................................................................................................... 3
ducks, geese, and other kinds of fowl. Learning Opportunities ...................................................................................... 3
www.backyardchickens.com Publications ............................................................................................................. 5
Henderson’s Handy-Dandy Chicken Chart
Getting What You Need ......................................................................... 7
Comparative information on more than 60 breeds.
Garden Centers ...................................................................................................... 7
www.sagehenfarmlodi.com/chooks/chooks.html
Garden Equipment and Supplies .................................................................... 7
BIRDS AND SUPPLIES Bulk Soil and Compost ........................................................................................ 9
Seeds.......................................................................................................................... 9
Holderread Waterfowl Farm and Preservation Center Plant Starts.............................................................................................................11
2679 West Hills Rd., Philomath. Rare breeds of ducks and geese for sale. Specialty Plants ....................................................................................................12
www.holderreadfarm.com • Dave and Millie Holderread Mushrooms ...........................................................................................................12
duckgoosefarm@gmail.com • 541-929-5338 Services ...................................................................................................................13
Jenks Hatchery
Growing Together ................................................................................15
32539 Hwy 99E, Tangent. Chickens, ducks, turkeys available for pickup with
Neighborhood Gardening Groups................................................................15
preorder. Red ranger and freedom ranger meat chickens available.
Community Gardens with Individual Plots ................................................15
www.jenkshatchery.com • 541-928-8928
Community Gardens Worked Cooperatively ............................................16
Out West Farm & Ranch
2606 Main St., Philomath. Feed, feeders, waterers, accessories, chicks in Harvesting the Bounty ........................................................................17
spring, poultry netting and fencing supplies. Open 8am-6 pm Mon-Sat. Preservation ..........................................................................................................17
out-west-farm-ranch.business.site • 541-929-3161 Donate Your Surplus ..........................................................................................18
Pete’s Hatchery Sale ...........................................................................................................................19
13148 NE Portland Rd. Gervais. Day-old chicks for sale, many types of laying
hens, broilers, ducks, and guineas. Backyard Poultry .................................................................................19
peteshatchery.com • 844-307-4777 Information and Community ..........................................................................19
Birds and Supplies...............................................................................................20
Wilco
1905 NE Four Acre St., Corvallis. Large selection of poultry feed, including Beekeeping ..........................................................................................21
organic options. Poultry feeders, water dispensers, medications, chicks in Information and Community ..........................................................................21
spring. Bees and Supplies ...............................................................................................21
farmstore.com • 541-753-4100
20 1How to Use This Guide South Corvallis Food Bank
1798 SW 3rd St. (behind Corvallis Furniture). Drop off close to opening times.
Mon. & Wed. 1-3 pm, Thur. 5-7 pm, Sat. 10 am-12 noon.
Sheila or Martha • www.southcorvallisfoodbank.org •
In this guide, we focus on food growing, including resources for growing
sheila@southcorvallisfoodbank.org • 541-753-4263
vegetables, fruit, herbs, mushrooms, poultry, and bees. We emphasize or-
ganizations and businesses that are local, organic, unique, and perhaps not Stone Soup Corvallis
as well known as they should be. The guide is intended for new and experi- Weekdays, drop off at St. Mary’s Church, 501 NW 25th St.
enced gardeners alike; every year the editors are reminded of a book we still (Enter from 23rd St. parking lot.)
ought to buy, a new resource for garden help, or a place yet to visit. Mon. & Thur., 1-6 pm; Wed. & Fri., 8 am-12 noon.
Weekends, drop off at First Christian Church, 602 SW Madison St. (south
If you are new to gardening or want to learn new techniques in the off-sea- entrance). Sat. 9 am-12 noon, Sun. 3:30-7 pm.
son, start by Gathering Knowledge on Page 3. “Getting Started” provides a stonesoupinfo@comcast.net • Susan Dunham • 541-757-9725
starting point for folks about to turn their first beds. In addition to learning
centers offering classes and workshops, we list a selection of locally available SALE
gardening books with an emphasis on regional focus and local authors.
Community Table
When it’s time to work the soil and plant the seeds, turn to Getting What The Corvallis Community Table is a consignment booth at the bustling Sum-
You Need on Page 7. The local farm and garden centers are one-stop shops, mer Corvallis Farmers’ Market. Everyone from backyard gardeners to small
and multiple local and regional companies offer supplies, soil, amendments, farms can sell their locally grown plants, veggies, and value added products.
seeds, and plants. locallygrown.org • 541-740-1542 • PO Box 2602, Corvallis, OR 97339
Gardening need not be a solo activity or limited by a lack of space. Growing Flicker & Fir Weekly Farm Stand Market (South Corvallis)
Together on Page 15 includes listings for neighborhood gardening groups A farm stand designed for small backyard farmers and gardeners. Bring your
and community gardens. bounty when you have it! Tuesdays 5-7 pm, May through October. Reserve a
table in advance.
When you are swimming in rhubarb or tomatoes, turn to Harvesting the Cheryl Good • cherylrgood@gmail.com • 541-250-0471
Bounty on Page 17. The listed resources will help you preserve your surplus,
donate to those in need, or make a little money at the farmers’ market.
Chickens and ducks don’t exactly grow from the soil, but they go hand-in-
hand with backyard gardening. If you have a flock or are looking to buy
chicks, turn to the Backyard Poultry section on Page 19.
Backyard Poultry
Beekeeping (Page 21) continues to grow in popularity among gardeners INFORMATION AND COMMUNITY
wishing to harvest honey and ensure good pollination. For those willing to Storey’s Guide to Raising Ducks • by Dave Holderread
brave the stings, Corvallis has a local equipment supplier, a bee club, and
plenty of learning opportunities. Storey’s Guide to Raising Chickens • by Gail Damerow
Success with Baby Chicks • by Robert Plamondon
Keeping Chickens: The Essential Guide to Enjoying and Getting the Best
from Chickens • by J.C. Jeremy Hobson
2 19DONATE YOUR SURPLUS
Gardening Knowledge
Feel free to contact the program to verify their times, location, etc.
Community Outreach Inc. GETTING STARTED
865 NW Reiman Ave., Corvallis. Shelter and food pantry. 8 am-7pm Mon-Fri,
Seed to Supper
call ahead to donate.
FREE beginning gardening course offered by the OSU Extension Master Gar-
communityoutreachinc.org • 541-758-3000
dener Program, in partnership with the Oregon Food Bank. Empowers adults
Jackson Street Youth Shelter with knowledge and confidence to successfully grow a portion of their own
555 NW Jackson Ave. Open 24/7. Call ahead. food on a limited budget. Spanish language sessions and family classes are
jacksonstreet.org • 541-754-2404 offered. To be notified of future classes please visit: eepurl.com/ggf0lH
For questions please contact Elizabeth Records at:
Marys River Gleaners elizabeth.records@oregonstate.edu • 541-967-3871
At Pioneer Park (south of Philomath Blvd between 15th St. and downtown
Growing Your Own • by the OSU Extension Service
exit). Fri. 8 am-2:30 pm, Sat. 9:30 am-2:00 pm. Year-round, please call ahead.
A concise guide to home food production. Advice on composting, container
Cookie Johnson • cookiej3@msn.com • 541-497-9019
gardens, fall/winter gardens, fertilizing, pests and diseases, planting tech-
Neighbor to Neighbor (Philomath) niques, raised beds, site selection, soil improvement, tilling, watering, and
College United Methodist Church (Social Hall), 1123 Main St, Philomath. weeds. Includes a one-page chart of planting dates. Free online, or $2.00 for
a hard copy from the OSU Extension Master Gardener office (address below).
Dinner: Tuesday 5:30-6:30 pm. Donations Tuesday only, please call ahead.
catalog.extension.oregonstate.edu/em9027
Glenda • collegeumc.com • 541-929-6614
OSU Emergency Food Pantry
Call ahead to donate and for directions. LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
541-737-3747 or 541-737-3473
Benton County Master Gardener Association (BCMGA, GUIDE SPONSOR)
studentlife.oregonstate.edu/hsrc/food-security/hsrc-food-pantry •
FREE “Gearing Up for Gardening” lecture series at Corvallis-Benton County
foodpantry.hsrc@oregonstate.edu
Public Library, Jan-Feb, Tuesdays 12pm-1pm.
Philomath Food Bank “Insights Into Gardening,” annual day-long seminar, 2nd Saturday in Feb.
360 S. 9th St., Philomath, Tues. 4:30-7:30 pm, Thur. 9 am-12 noon. Program Annual Plant Sale, 1st Saturday in May, Benton Co. Fairgrounds.
of Philomath Community Services. Volunteers welcome! Demonstration garden at Benton County Fairgrounds.
Dot & Colene • www.philomathcommunityservices.org • 541-929-2499 bentonmg.org • 541-713-5000
Philomath Community Gleaners OSU Extension Master Gardener Programs, in collaboration with BCMGA
360 S. 9th St., Philomath, Wed. 4 pm-6 pm, Sat. 12 pm-2 pm. Program of Master Gardener Volunteer Program (live and online classes each year).
Philomath Community Services. Volunteers welcome! FREE help with gardening questions by phone (see below), email (benton-
Trish and Karen • www.philomathcommunityservices.org • 541-929-2499 mg@oregonstate.edu), or in-person (office at 4077 SW Research Way, and at
local farmers markets and nurseries).
St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry Online and print publications at catalog.extension.oregonstate.edu.
501 NW 25th St., Corvallis. Mon-Fri 1:30-4 pm. Bimonthly “Growing” special section in Gazette-Times.
541-286-4193, please leave a message Gardening talks, workshops and events, mostly FREE or low cost.
extension.oregonstate.edu/mg/linn-benton • 541-713-5000
18 3Corvallis Evening Garden Club Produce for the People Garden
Monthly meetings first Monday of the month Oct-May, Shepherd of the 4000 SW Western Blvd. This volunteer-based garden grows fresh nutritious
Valley Lutheran Church, 2650 NW Highland Dr., with lectures on gardening food for low-income individuals and agencies, while providing opportunities
topics. Visit website for special speaker events, tours, and workshops. for gardeners of all ages to grow, learn, and contribute to their community.
corvalliseveninggardenclub.org • president@corvalliseveninggardenclub.org Most produce is donated.
Flicker & Fir (South Corvallis) Sue Domingues • sue_domingues@hotmail.com • 541-231-3859
Offering various educational topics relating to health, community, gardening SAGE Garden
and homesteading.
Starker Arts Park (SW 45th Pl. & Country Club Dr.). SAGE is a one-acre com-
www.flickerandfir.com • Cheryl Good • cherylrgood@gmail.com • 541-250-0471
munity powered production and education garden where volunteers, interns
Garden Centers and community members produce 3+ tons of organic vegetables and fruits
See the list in the “Getting What You Need” section. They often present free donated to local food pantries and soup kitchens.
lectures and demonstrations on a variety of topics. www.corvallisenvironmentalcenter.org
Visit their websites or sign up for their newsletters. SAGE@corvallisenvironmentalcenter.org • 541-753-9211
Growing Organics, a chapter of Ten Rivers Food Web Sharing Gardens of Monroe
Monthly potlucks/discussions. Summer garden tours. 664 Orchard St., Monroe, OR. A ‘veganic’ community garden (no animal in-
www.tenriversfoodweb.org/growing-organics • Ken Williams • 541-929-4296 puts), all volunteer. Food is grown together and shared (no individual plots).
Surplus donated to local charities. CSA available to non-participants.
Neighborhood Planters Kiosks (NPK)
Llyn and Chris • thesharinggardens.blogspot.com • ShareInJoy@gmail.com •
Brings seasonally appropriate, sustainable gardening information and notices
into our front yards, community gardens, and parks via small kiosks. Col- 541-847-8797
laboration of Benton Co. Master Gardener Assn., Civic Beautification/Urban Spartan Garden
Forestry Advisory Committee (Corvallis Parks), Corvallis Evening Garden Club,
Located at Corvallis High School, at the intersection of 14th St. and Fillmore
and Corvallis Sustainability Coalition. Interested in hosting a kiosk? Email
below. For expanded information subscribe to the NPK blog. Ave. Volunteers do a diversity of tasks.
NPKpost.blogspot.com • npkposts@gmail.com lpi.oregonstate.edu/healthyyouth/gardens/spartan/index.shtml
No Food Left Behind
Campaign of the Corvallis Sustainability Coalition. Website is filled with help-
ful Smart Strategies for learning how and why to waste less food. Compost
pails for kitchen scraps may still be available - visit the NFLB table at the
Harvesting the Bounty
Saturday Corvallis Farmers’ Markets.
nofoodleftbehindcorvallis.org PRESERVATION
Oak Creek Center for Urban Horticulture (OSU) OSU Extension Service Master Food Preservers
843 SW 35th St., north of Western Blvd. Open for visits year-round; call ahead Telephone hotline available mid-July through mid-October, 9 am-4 pm
to arrange a tour. Community volunteers welcomed; a great introduction Mon-Fri. Website has links to many tested canning recipes and instructional
to Pacific Northwest gardening. Current focus on edible plants, pollinator publications. For hands-on food preservation classes see
gardens, and riparian restoration. extension.oregonstate.edu/mfp • 1-800-354-7319
groups.hort.oregonstate.edu/oak-creek-center-urban-horticulture
Al Shay • Al.Shay@oregonstate.edu • 541-737-2503
4 17Willamette Park Community Garden OSU Organic Growers Club
SE Goodnight Ave. and SE Heron View St., at entrance to Willamette Park. All-volunteer student-run organic farm located on OSU research land east of
Plots available to rent on Corvallis Parks & Recreation website. Corvallis off Hwy 34. Produce sold primarily to on-campus community; pro-
Becca, Corvallis Parks and Recreation • 541-766-6918 ceeds fund farm operations, summer internships, and philanthropic activities.
cropandsoil.oregonstate.edu/organic-growers-club
James Cassidy • james.cassidy@oregonstate.edu • 541-979-5833
COMMUNITY GARDENS WORKED COOPERATIVELY
Permaculture Rising
The Giving Garden Local permaculture design and education, including online design courses
Located at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 2650 NW Highland Dr. and OSU classes that can be audited.
Produce donated to local food banks. Student and community volunteers www.permaculturerising.com • amillison@gmail.com • 541-752-9118
welcome! Take home fresh produce when you work! Host to 4-H Garden Produce for the People Garden
Gnomes Horticulture and Beekeeping Club.
Grows fresh nutritious food for low-income individuals and agencies while
svlc-corvallis.org/giving-garden/ • jennifer.klammer@comcast.net • Facebook providing opportunities for gardeners of all ages to grow, learn, and contrib-
“The Giving Garden at Shepherd of the Valley” ute. Search “Produce for the People Corvallis” on Facebook.
Lincoln School Garden Sue Domingues • sue_domingues@hotmail.com • 541-231-3859
Located at Lincoln Elementary School, 110 SE Alexander Ave. Volunteers do a SAGE (Starker Arts Garden for Education)
diversity of tasks (e.g. adult workdays, student activities, solo gardening tasks). At Starker Arts Park, off of Country Club Dr. and SW 45th St. SAGE is a one-
lpi.oregonstate.edu/healthyyouth/gardens/lincoln/index.shtml acre education garden with learning opportunities for all ages. Gardening
workshops, service learning, volunteer opportunities, internships, Farm to
OSU Organic Growers Club Garden School field trips, summer camps for youth, Family Mornings in the Garden.
Just east of Corvallis, near Trysting Tree Golf Course on Hwy. 34. This www.corvallisenvironmentalcenter.org
two-acre, 18-year-old organic farm is run by student volunteers. Regular SAGE@corvallisenvironmentalcenter.org • 541-753-9211
work parties are open to OSU students and the wider community.
cropandsoil.oregonstate.edu/organic-growers-club
James Cassidy • james.cassidy@oregonstate.edu • 541-979-5833 PUBLICATIONS
Oak Creek Center for Urban Horticulture (OSU) * available at Corvallis-Benton County Library
843 SW 35th St. Students from OSU’s Introduction to Organic Gardening + available at local independent bookstores (GrassRoots and/or The Book Bin)
course grow a seasonal garden, with produce donated to Linn-Benton Food
PERIODICALS
Share. Current focus on edible plants, pollinator gardens, and riparian resto-
ration. Open for visits year-round; call ahead to arrange a tour. Community In Good Tilth • by Oregon Tilth
volunteers welcomed; a great introduction to Pacific Northwest gardening. An annual gardening/farming magazine about sustainable food and agricul-
groups.hort.oregonstate.edu/oak-creek-center-urban-horticulture ture. Available for free at the Co-op stores and at the Tilth office, 2525 SE 3rd
Al Shay • Al.Shay@oregonstate.edu • 541-737-2503 St., Corvallis. Mail subscription with Tilth membership is $30/yr.
www.tilth.org • 503-378-0690 • 877-378-0690
Philomath Community Garden (“Lupe’s Garden”)
South of the Philomath Community Services building near Applegate and OSU Growing • by OSU Extension Service
9th St. Open to anyone in Philomath, but targeted for residents in A bimonthly publication of OSU Extension Service and Mid-Valley Media
need. Shared garden area along with an orchard and berries. Surplus food Group. Includes a monthly listing of recommended garden tasks.
goes to the local food bank. issuu.com/midvalleymedia/docs
Denise Guinn • guinndenise@gmail.com • 541-929-2499
16 5REGIONAL GUIDEBOOKS
Most Corvallis gardeners have at least one of these “Bibles” on their bookshelf.
Growing Together
*+Growing Vegetables West of the Cascades: The Complete Guide to
Organic Gardening • by Steve Solomon NEIGHBORHOOD GARDENING GROUPS
Garden Rhythm: A Year-Round Guide and Journal for the Maritime Corvallis Garden Share
Northwest • by the Lane County Master Gardeners Association City-wide Facebook group for sharing produce, knowledge, seeds, and starts.
Call LCMGA at 541-344-5859 to purchase. Search for “Corvallis Garden Share” on Facebook
*+The Timber Press Guide to Vegetable Gardening in the Pacific North- Seavy Community Network
west • by Lorene Forkner In northeast Corvallis, in the vicinity of Seavy Ave. Potlucks, sharing and sup-
port (skills, tools, seeds, knowledge, and bartering).
*+Backyard Bounty: The Complete Guide to Year-Round Organic Gar- Dana Allen • rebelfarms@peak.org • 541-929-8658
dening in the Pacific Northwest • by Linda Gilkeson
Maritime Northwest Garden Guide • by Lisa Taylor
COMMUNITY GARDENS WITH INDIVIDUAL PLOTS
Purchase from Seattle Tilth website: www.tilthalliance.org
Calvin Presbyterian Church Community Garden
SPECIAL TOPICS
1736 NW Dixon St. Small yearly fee, tools to share.
*+The Week-by-Week Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook • by Ron Ku- Doug Eldon • www.calvin-church.org/community-garden •
jawski and Jennifer Kujawski calvingarden@gmail.com • 541-231-2636
Tasks for every week before, during, and after the growing season.
Dunawi Creek Community Garden
*+How to Grow More Vegetables • by John Jeavons In Starker Arts Park (4485 SW Country Club Dr.). 100 plots, 3 different sizes,
Now in its eighth edition, this remains the Bible of Biointensive gardening - ADA accessible plot, family friendly, se habla español, community tool shed,
growing more vegetables with more nutrition in less space. experienced garden manager. Small fee and deposit. Managed by Corvallis
Environmental Center.
*+All New Square Foot Gardening • by Mel Bartholomew www.corvallisenvironmentalcenter.org • 541-753-9211
An intensive raised bed method for gardeners with limited space.
Leonard Street Community Garden Plots
*+Bountiful Container • by Rose Marie Nichols McGee and Maggie Available for low-income residents in the Tunison Neighborhood, sponsored
Stuckey by DevNW.
Albany author and nursery owner provides specific instructions for growing 541-752-7220
each vegetable in container format.
Sunrise Corner Community Garden
*+Weedless Gardening • by Lee Reich
1165 SE Alexander Ave. A small, privately-owned community garden. Yearly
Gardening system based on a no-till philosophy. fee based on size of plot. Volunteers welcome to work for produce (no plot
*Water-Wise Vegetables: For the Maritime Northwest Gardener • by required).
Steve Solomon Christine Robins • 541-738-2610
A comprehensive guide to growing with minimal irrigation. Westside Community Garden
*+Gaia’s Garden: A Guide to Home-Scale Permaculture • by Toby Hemen- 4000 SW Western Blvd. Under the direction of an experienced gardener. For
way low-income, primarily Latino, families to grow their own food. Small fee.
Sue Domingues • 541-231-3859 • sue_domingues@hotmail.com
6 15SOIL TESTING *+The Resilient Gardener: Food Production and Self-Reliance in Uncer-
tain Times • by Carol Deppe
A&L Western Labs Corvallis author and plant breeder discusses gardening for self-reliance with
Located in Portland, used by many local farmers. Many options available; a focus on five staple crops.
their “S3C” Complete Analysis is a good option for gardeners. $33 plus $2 for
graphical report with recommendations. *The Transition Document: Toward a Biologically Resilient Agriculture
• by Harry MacCormack
http://www.al-labs-west.com/services.php?section=Soil%20Analysis
Local author and owner of Sunbow Farm provides an in-depth discussion of
Earthfort soil biology, farming practices, nutrition, and other topics.
635 SW Western Blvd. Microbiological testing, which measures and compares +The Northwest Herb Lover’s Handbook: A Guide to Growing Herbs for
different communities of soil organisms to determine the quality of your soil, Cooking, Crafts, and Home Remedies • by Mary Preus
along with conventional nutrient analysis. Also offers workshops on the soil
food web, composting, and soil health. *+What’s Wrong with My Vegetable Garden • by David Deardorff and
earthfort.com • 541-257-2612 Kathryn Wadsworth
A good troubleshooting reference for organic gardeners.
OSU Extension Benton County
4077 SW Research Way. Free soil pH testing available at Master Gardener of-
fice. Please dig down 6 inches to collect about 1 cup of soil free of roots, bark Getting What You Need
chips, etc. Volunteers can measure approximate soil pH and suggest amend-
ments to meet your gardening goals. GARDEN CENTERS
OSU Extension also maintains a list of soil testing labs serving Oregon at: Each offers a full range of seeds, plants, tools, and supplies.
catalog.extension.oregonstate.edu/em8677
Garland Nursery (GUIDE SPONSOR)
bentonmg@oregonstate.edu • 541-766-6750 5470 NE Hwy. 20 • www.garlandnursery.com • 541-753-6601
MicroTerra Labs Shonnard’s Nursery, Florist, and Landscape (GUIDE SPONSOR)
Albany. In addition to standard soil nutrient tests, MicroTerra offers plant tis- 6600 SW Philomath Blvd., Corvallis • www.shonnards.com • 541-929-3524
sue nutrient analysis and plant pathology diagnostics.
microterralabs.com • info@microterralabs.com • 541-497-2886 Home Grown Gardens
4845 SE 3rd St. • homegrowngardens77.vpweb.com • 541-758-2137
Peaceful Valley Farm and Garden Supply
Susan’s Garden and Coffee Shop
Located in California. The basic soil test (svs100) assesses organic matter, soil
1299 NW 29th St. • susansgardenandcoffeeshop.com • 541-257-5523
pH, multiple plant nutrients, and other chemical qualities. $30 fee includes
“Understanding Your Soil Analysis Report” to help you address your soil’s
needs organically. A more complete test is available for $53. GARDEN EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES
www.groworganic.com • 888-784-1722
American Water Works
29201 C Hwy 34, Corvallis. Landscape supplies, irrigation, and drip irrigation.
WASP REMOVAL awwllc.com • info@awwllc.com • 541-752-0305
Dan vacuums up yellow jacket and hornet nests for free. Their venom is used Carts and Tools
in life-saving allergy shots. 7171 NE Hwy 20, Corvallis. Start-up design and manufacturing company now
Dan Scollard • www.oregonwasp.com • oregonwasp@gmail.com • offering battery-electric tillers and wheel hoes with solar charging.
541-753-6861 cartsandtools.com • 541-286-3161
14 7Craigslist, “Farm and Garden” Section Rain Forest Mushrooms, Yachats
There’s frequently a wide selection of used equipment and supplies. Shiitake, maitake, lion’s mane, and oyster mushroom kits. Ready-to-grow for
Compost, manure, and other amendments are often featured. indoor harvest.
corvallis.craigslist.org/d/farm-garden/search/gra www.rainforestmushrooms.com • 541-547-3788
Earthfort
635 SW Western Blvd. Fertilizers, compost, and soil amendments designed to
balance soil biology. SERVICES
www.earthfort.com • info@earthfort.com • 541-257-2612
GARDEN CONSULTATIONS, DESIGN, AND INSTALLATION
Ten Rivers Food Web Soil Amendment Sale
Annual pre-order sale, now 30 years running. Wide selection of organic Bountiful Backyard
amendments, pest controls, cover crops, and propagation supplies at Farm and edible garden support. Multi-sourced CSA: contribute produce,
volume-discount prices. Order Jan 1-Feb 9 from the online store (URL below) processed goods, volunteer labor, or funds to participate.
for pickup at the Benton Co. Fairgrounds on March 7. Send a message to the bountifulbackyard.org • mark@bountifulbackyard.org • 541-908-4029
address below to get on the list for future sale announcements.
www.tenriversmarketplace.com • soilamendmentsale@gmail.com • 541-714-0492 Gaia Landscapes
Full-service landscape construction and maintenance, irrigation, rain gardens.
Habitat for Humanity ReStore
Emphasis on organic and regenerative approaches to improve soil health and
4840 SW Philomath Blvd., Corvallis. Used pots, tools, irrigation supplies.
nurture soil biology.
bentonhabitat.org • 541-752-6637
www.gaia-landscapes.com • info@gaia-landscapes.com • 541-754-1439
Nichols Garden Nursery, Albany
Retail store at 1190 Old Salem Rd. NE, Albany. In addition to selling their own Kapa Landscape Design
line of seeds, they also offer plants and garden supplies. Working with nature, Kapa Korobeinikov employs ecological principles to cre-
www.nicholsgardennursery.com • customersupport@nicholsgardennursery.com ate beautiful, functional, and resilient gardens and landscapes. Proficient in
• 800-422-3985 edible, waterwise, native and ornamental designs.
Oregon Soil Corporation www.kapalandscapedesign.com • kapa@kapalandscapedesign.com • 541-760-7598
In Philomath. Worm-composting products and services for both small-scale Northwest Naturescapes
residential use and larger-scale institutional operations.
Native and edible landscapes. Pruning and consulting. Maintenance and
www.oregonsoil.com • Dan Holcombe • oresoil@aol.com • 541-929-6050
construction. Permaculture and homesteading. Power washing, gutters, and
Out West Farm & Ranch cleanups.
2606 Main St., Philomath. Tools, fence posts, fencing supplies. Alden Gray • nw.naturescapes@gmail.com • 541-231-1516
out-west-farm-ranch.business.site • 541-929-3161
Owen Dell and Associates, LLC
Robnett’s Hardware Sustainable landscape design and consultation, including edible landscapes
400 SW 2nd St. Tools, gloves, wheelbarrows, accessories, large selection of and food gardens. Licensed landscape architect OR LA-798.
pruning shears and clippers, fence posts and wire.
robnetts@peak.org • 541-753-5531 Owen Dell, RLA, ASLA • www.owendell.com • owen@owendell.com • 541-602-3575
Wilco Permaculture Rising
1905 NE Four Acre St. Tools, fencing, seeds, plant starts, seed potatoes, boots, Permaculture systems and landscape design to create productive, resilient,
gloves. and enduring cultivated ecosystems.
wilco.coop • 541-753-4100 www.permaculturerising.com • amillison@gmail.com • 541-752-9118
8 13SPECIALTY PLANTS BULK SOIL AND COMPOST
Bamboo Valley, North Albany The Bark Place
Fourteen varieties of bamboo, will deliver and install. 6725 Philomath Blvd., Corvallis. Bulk compost and soil mixes, delivery available.
www.bamboovalley.com • 541-223-8555 thebarkplace.net • 541-757-3537
Earth’s Rising Nursery, Monroe Pro Bark
Certified organic fruit trees. Apples (43 varieties), European & Asian pears, 5700 SW Reservoir Ave., Corvallis. Bulk soil mix, delivery available.
plums, peaches, cherries. Will deliver. Catalog available. Booth at Corvallis 541-738-0329
Winter Market.
The Tack Box
541-847-5950
28970 Hwy 34, Corvallis. Bulk compost and soil mixes, delivery available.
One Green World, Portland thetackboxcorvallis.com • 541-753-3049
Hard-to-find fruit and nut varieties, including almonds, apricots, chestnuts, Republic Services
pawpaws, persimmons, thimbleberries, walnuts, kiwis, medlars, nectarines,
Compost by the cubic yard (year-round) and leaves by the truckload (fall only).
cranberries, figs, filberts. They host periodic “tastings” of their fruit.
Compost: Coffin Butte Landfill, 29175 Coffin Butte Rd.,
www.onegreenworld.com • 1-877-353-4028 Monmouth (8 mi. north of Corvallis off Hwy. 99.) $25/yard loaded
The Thyme Garden, Alsea in your vehicle, no appt. necessary M-F 8am-5pm. 541-745-5792
Leaves: Call 541-754-0444 to get on the list for free dump truck delivery.
Over 700 varieties of herbs seeds, plants, and products. Garden tours available.
www.thymegarden.com • 541-487-8671 Soilsmith Services
In Philomath. Compost tea and compost, soil consultations and testing.
Delivery available.
MUSHROOMS www.soilsmith.com • Shepard Smith • results@soilsmith.com • 541-231-3225
Fungi Perfecti, Olympia, WA Sunbow Farm Cosmic Compost and Wood Chips
Cultures and spawn for over 20 species of mushrooms, books, articles, infor- 6910 SW Plymouth Dr., Corvallis. Leaf-based compost $24/yd. Wood chips
mation, accessories. $10/yd. Call for appointment to pick up.
www.fungi.com • info@fungi.com • 1-360-426-9292 sunbowfarm.org • Harry MacCormack • sunbow@peak.org • 541-929-5782
The Mushroomery, Lebanon SEEDS
39997 Mount Hope Dr., Lebanon. Outdoor/garden mushroom spawn. A
variety of ready to grow indoor mushroom kits. Dowel plug spawn for a wide Adaptive Seeds, Sweet Home (Seed Ambassadors Project, Sarah Kleeger
variety of gourmet and medicinal mushrooms that are grown on logs. and Andrew Still)
Jennifer Macone • themushroomery.net • 541-258-5855 Heirlooms and “rare, diverse, and resilient” seeds gathered from around the
world, then selected and adapted for the Pacific Northwest.
Northwest Mycological Consultants, Corvallis www.adaptiveseeds.com • 541-367-1105
Spawn and inoculum for shiitake, maitake, oysters, and other species. Re-
Decker Rd. Seeds, Philomath
quires more time and mushroom culture expertise than ready-to-grow kits.
Diverse selection of herb, wildflower, and cover crop seed, with a few vegeta-
Kim Kittredge • NMC@nwmycol.com • 541-753-8198
bles. Pasture and turf blends, including a low-maintenance “Flowering Lawn”
mix. All seed grown and harvested in the Willamette Valley.
www.deckerrdseeds.com • 503-250-2506
12 9Fertile Valley Seeds, Corvallis (Carol Deppe) Wild Garden Seed, Philomath (Frank Morton)
7263 NW Valley View Drive, Corvallis. Many unique varieties developed by Certified organic open-pollinated varieties adapted for the Pacific Northwest.
Carol, as described in her book The Resilient Gardener. E-mail for seed list. Specializing in Frank’s introductions, selections, and mixes of lettuce (over 100
Orders filled February through April. varieties), chicory, kale, mustards, peppers, and quinoa. Diverse collection of
www.caroldeppe.com • carol@resilientgardener.com herbs, edible flowers, dye flowers, insectaries, and ornamentals.
www.wildgardenseed.com • karen@wildgardenseed.com
First Alternative Co-op, South Store
1007 SE 3rd St. Seeds from Territorial, Adaptive Seeds, Peace Seeds, Peace PLANT STARTS
Seedlings, and other companies.
541-753-3115 4-H Garden Gnomes and Beekeeping Club
Plant sale with vegetable, herb, and flower starts April 11, 2020, 9 am-3 pm at
HOUR Seed and Plant Swap Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 2650 NW Highland Dr., Corvallis.
Held annually in the spring. jennifer.klammer@comcast.net
hourexchange.org • info@hourexchange.org • 541-224-7752
Benton Soil and Water Conservation District
Nichols Garden Nursery, Albany Native plants that support pollinators, birds, and wildlife. Bulbs and seeds
The Nichols family has been selling seedlings and seed for over 60 years. available at Corvallis Fall Festival. See all choices and order online at:
Many unique varieties. Retail store at 1190 Old Salem Rd. NE, Albany. www.bentonswcd.org/programs/plant-sale/ • 541-753-7208
www.nicholsgardennursery.com • 800-422-3985 Corvallis-Albany Farmers’ Markets
Peace Seeds, Corvallis (Alan and Linda Kapuler) Albany: 4th & Ellsworth, Sat. 9 am-1 pm, April 18-Nov. 21
These veteran public domain plant breeders have developed dozens of new Corvallis: 1st & Jackson. Wed. & Sat. 9 am-1 pm, April 18-Nov. 25
varieties, specializing in sweet corn, peas, tomatoes, sunflowers, zinnias, mari- locallygrown.org/home
golds, and PNW Native American medicinal/food plants. Diverse collection of Corvallis Indoor Winter Market
succulents. USDA certified organic.
Guerber Hall, Benton Co. Fairgrounds. Sat. 9 am-1 pm, Jan. 11-April 11
peaceseedslive.blogspot.com • alkapuler@yahoo.com
corvalliswintermarket.wordpress.com
Peace Seedlings, Corvallis (Dylana Kapuler and Mario DiBenedetto)
First Alternative Co-op, South Store
Public domain plant breeders specializing in Andean root crops (oca, yacon, 1007 SE 3rd St. Seeds and plants from local nurseries.
mashua, mauka, maca, arracacia, ulluco) and original varieties of peas, toma-
541-753-3115
toes, peppers, corn, beans, dahlias, gladiolus, sunflowers, and zinnias.
Available at Corvallis Farmers Market and First Alternative Co-op (south). Flicker & Fir (South Corvallis)
peaceseedlingsseeds.blogspot.com • peaceseedlings@gmail.com • 458-201-2939 Offering a vegetable starts CSA.
Portland Seedhouse, Portland flickerandfir.com • Cheryl Good • cherylrgood@gmail.com • 541-250-0471
Founded in 2014, a “seedbank of culturally significant varieties with remark- Benton County Master Gardener Association Plant Sale & Clinic
able flavors and stories.” Small but unique collection of heirloom varieities. Held annually first Saturday in May. May 2, 2020, 9 am-3 pm at the Benton
portlandseedhouse.com County Fairgrounds in large red barn at SW corner. Wide variety of landscap-
ing and edible plants.
Territorial Seed Company, Cottage Grove
extension.oregonstate.edu/mg/linn-benton • 541-713-5000
A very large selection of organic seeds, seedlings, and supplies. Seeds are
distributed by many local stores. Retail store in Cottage Grove. Print catalog OSU Organic Growers Club
has detailed growing information for each crop. Excess starts not used at their farm are sold on campus in spring.
www.territorialseed.com • 800-626-0866 Contact james.cassidy@oregonstate.edu to join the club mailing list and check
postings for limited availability.
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