In the last couple weeks the news carries stories on erosion, landslides, and mud slides all around the world, not just here in the PNW.  Yet, a walk along beaches, in ravines, or in the mountains, I see many steep slopes that show no signs of erosion. What is the difference between a stable slope [...]

An Unusual Addition to the Spring Garden – Species Tulips Species tulips are very different from the hybrid tulips we all known and love. Species tulips are less well-known and will perhaps never approach the popularity of hybrid tulips. But, if you are tired of replacing hybrid tulips every year – consider species tulips. Species [...]

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