Wondering what the tree is sick with and what to do to help it. It’s a very large, older tree and I’d be devastated to lose it. It’s looking sparse and not like itself the last couple months. Thought it was bc of the dry summer but upon looking closer, the leaves are yellowing / Turing black. See photos. Would love to know what this is and hopefully how to treat it. Thank you!

I think I squashed a bed bug nymph. Can I bring it in to be identified?

Dear Sirs, I love the pink swirl impatiens, but can't find them in the nurseries to purchase in the spring. Last year, we grew some from seed, but I can't remember what company I purchased them from. Can you recommend a seed company that would be a good bet to have them to start them early next spring? Thank you, Multnomah County Resident

2” long dark insect, possibly molted

I was disappointed in my community garden plot this year. Everything seemed stunted compared to neighboring plots. What would you recommend as soil amendments over the winter to improve next year’s yield? Thanks!

please recommend: identifying liverworts in the Willamette Valley (Oregon) with clear photos! Thank you!

Purchased a new build home 8 years ago. Within the front lawn area that fronts on the main street there is a tree planter strip. This planter strip holds planted Elm trees and these trees are mulched and watered in a strip zone that is less than 6 feet wide. Trees receive water from the lawn sprinkler system. This strip is bordered by a road way and concrete curb on street side and bordered by sidewalk on the opposite side. Some of the trees have beautiful green foliage and are taller than the other surrounding trees. An observation reveals tree root heaving of the side walks. The trees in question appear to be significantly smaller and have lighter green leaves. What can be done to diagnose and treat these affected trees?

Are beans with spots like these ok to eat? What is it? I included a picture of the plant as well.

What is the milkweed plant native to Central Ohio that attracts monarch butterflies? Where can I find the seeds to grow the plants? Is the the time of year to plant milkweed? Are other to pollenator s

Hi, My leucothoe is recently experiencing some distress. Stems are dying, leafs are getting brown spots along tips and edges. This is happening on old and new growth. Do you recommend a fungicide and what type? Thank you, Elizabeth