One tiny animal can be a nightmare for avid gardeners and that is the pesky slug. From munching lettuce heads to destroying young seedlings, slugs can leave a trail of destruction in their path. And ...

Slugs like a damp, mild climate. Slugs (and snails) like living in Oregon. Our mild, wet climate seems like paradise to them. There are a dozen important slug species in Oregon gardens (and a couple ...

This coarse, gritty sand improves drainage, fights root rot, and makes soil easier to dig—here’s how to use it right. Sharp sand improves drainage and prevents root rot by loosening compacted, ...