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I think you nailed it. Manduca quinquemaculata. A neat bug. I've decided to keep him as a pet, or rather, a science experiment. Thanks!

I found this large fella feasting on a green tomato. Can anyone tell me what this is?

A friend gave it to me. She had a bunch of random starts left over from planting and had no idea which ones were which.

Hi there, I am new to gardening and need to know what this variety of squash is and when I should harvest it? It is a vining variety. Thanks a bunch!

Lucky you! I bet it is nice to have more than a few months to grow something. It can be done here though. I have seen a few gardens that could have been on the cover of a garden mag. It just takes a lot more work and a better understanding of the chemistry behind growing food and flowers to make...

nice to meet you. thanks for your input. I wanted to meet people from central oregon, and you are the only one who has answered some of my questions. Thanks a Bunch!!

Hi there, Central Oregon does not include the Willamette valley as it is on the other side of the cascades and worlds apart in terms of ecology. I was simply seeking out fellow Central Oregonians for a discussion on gardening in our area. Thanks for all of your feedback. It is much appreciated.

Gardening here is difficult!! This is my second year as a gardener. Last year, my garden completely failed. I couln't grow a weed, literally. I bought bad soil from ACE Hardware. That was a mistake. Anyway, I have amended my soil and things are looking good. Except someththing is eating my...

Thanks all. I appreciate the responses.

Hi all, I am new to gardening and am wondering if it is necessary to thin my potato plants. I planted pieces with three eyes each and about two plants are coming up every 18 inches or so. Thanks