Anne TernesWatermelon and JasmineMarie had not worked as hard today as most days. The sun had been a little too benevolent, the scent of watermelon a touch too…Jan 14, 2023Jan 14, 2023
Anne TernesOceanspray — unofficial shrub of the PNWKnown as creambush, arrowwood, and ironwood, oceanspray is a widespread, hardy, and significant plant in the Pacific Northwest. It is…Jun 25, 2022Jun 25, 2022
Anne TernesFinding the Dragon Priest: The Global Hunt for the Man Who Forever Changed the WorldIntroductionJun 12, 2022Jun 12, 2022
Anne TernesFuzzy-horned Bumble Bees — more than an adorable nameFuzzy-horned bumble bees can be spotted from mid-spring through late summer in the lowland areas across Canada and the western United…Jun 4, 2022Jun 4, 2022
Anne TernesPlant Profile: Pacific WaterleafPacific waterleaves have begun their bloom, showing off their green, white, or purple flowers that don’t appear to be much until you take a…May 23, 2022May 23, 2022
Anne TernesHome On A TuesdayOutside the wind is gusting, screeching, giving voice to the complaints of all who must brave the day’s weather. Birds take shelter in…May 13, 2022May 13, 2022
Anne TernesPlant Native: California PoppyCalifornia poppies are commonly found in Portland gardens and, as happens so often with sunflowers, are not always intentionally planted…May 7, 2022May 7, 2022
Anne TernesinAge of AwarenessThe Weather In My GardenI went to visit my garden this evening, after eating a naan burrito and drinking half of a ‘Bloody Mary’ I made by mixing a shot of vodka…May 5, 2022May 5, 2022