Today, we are taking a trip to the Willamette Valley where our friend August from Mount Pisgah Arboretum will teach us about two prevalent tree species that each offer an important lesson. Oregon ash is a tree that reminds us of resiliency and the ability to overcome hardships. It can survive high flooding and heart rot to aid in its survival. On the other hand, the mighty big leaf maple is a large and lofty tree that tends to grow quickly in its environment. It also supports other fauna like th

We recently joined our friend August at Mount Pisgah Arboretum for a mini tree walk. The Willamette Valley, and Oregon in general, has some wonderfully iconic species of trees, including the Oregon white oak and California black oak. Take a few minutes to learn about the stand-out Oregon white oak and get some easy and fascinating clues on ways to identify it in the valley. | Mountain Rose Herbs