Rewilding Portland: How Transforming Lawns with Native Plants Can Revitalize Urban Ecology
Portland's residential lawns offer a unique opportunity to transform a large portion of the cityscape into a thriving ecosystem. Instead...
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Breanna Gunderson
Aug 228 min read
Using Your Fall Cleanup to Improve Wildlife Habitat
Five ways to have a tidy and intentional yard while building and maintaining wildlife habitat.
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Breanna Gunderson
Aug 1111 min read
Exploring Lost Lake: A Journey Through History, Geology, and Native Plant Use on Mt. Hood
Nestled in the shadow of Oregon’s iconic Mt. Hood, Lost Lake is a captivating natural gem.
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Breanna Gunderson
May 34 min read
When a Green Yard Isn't Green...
Transforming your urban yard into a thriving, active ecosystem can be overwhelming. That's why we're bringing in more science than ever...
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Breanna Gunderson
Apr 288 min read
Why New Forests Grow the Best Vegetables
Adding traditional vegetables to newly forested areas or adding forest to your traditional garden beds to grow super healthy,...
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Breanna Gunderson
Jan 155 min read
How Can a Native Plant Landscape Designer Help?
Urban Rewilding & Food Project specializes in creating beautiful and fully functional ecosystems within urban landscapes. If your goal is...
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Breanna Gunderson
Jan 117 min read
A PNW Native Fruit & Rain Garden Guide
A rain garden is a shallow little bowl-shaped dip in the landscape that collects rainwater. It is often used remediate water issues in...
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Breanna Gunderson
Dec 1, 20236 min read
Winter Soil Improvement
Using nature to build healthy, chemical-free, weed-free, low-water soil for free and easy. If you literally hate gardening but love to...
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Breanna Gunderson
Nov 20, 20236 min read
Being in Nature Relieves Stress
Reducing stress and anxiety by spending time in nature is a complex and multifaceted process, but the results are pretty simple: being in...
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Breanna Gunderson
Aug 31, 20231 min read
Red Currant Mojito Recipe
Making an alcoholic bevy with Oregon native red currants (Ribes sanguineum) can result in a delicious and refreshing beverage. This...
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Breanna Gunderson
Aug 31, 20233 min read
Douglas Fir Cider and Beer Recipes
Douglas Fir Beer Recipe Brewing beer with Douglas fir tips can result in a unique and flavorful beverage with a hint of citrusy, piney...
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Breanna Gunderson
Aug 31, 20232 min read
10 Oregon Native Birds
Ten native bird species in Oregon, along with their diets and typical habitats. These descriptions provide a general overview, and...
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Breanna Gunderson
Aug 31, 20233 min read
Use Native Plants to Create Bird Habitat
Creating bird-friendly habitats using Oregon native plants can provide essential resources for local bird species, including food,...
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Breanna Gunderson
Aug 31, 20232 min read
Beneficial Oregon Native Insects
Oregon is home to a diverse range of native insects that play important roles in garden ecosystems, including pollination and pest...
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Breanna Gunderson
Aug 31, 20232 min read
Use Native Plants to Attract Beneficial Native Insects
Using native plants to attract beneficial insects to your yard is a the best way to maintain a healthy garden ecosystem. Beneficial...
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Breanna Gunderson
Aug 31, 20232 min read
Top 5 Elderberry Recipes
It's September end the elderberries are ripe and a healthy SUPERFOOD! Elderberries are versatile and can be used in a variety of...
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Breanna Gunderson
Aug 31, 20231 min read
Douglas Fir Mushroom Chowder Recipe
Creating soup recipes that feature Oregon native plants and mushrooms can result in delicious and unique flavors. Here are five top-notch...
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Breanna Gunderson
Aug 31, 20233 min read
Wild Native Greens and Mushroom Soup Recipe
Creating soup recipes that feature Oregon native plants and mushrooms can result in delicious and unique flavors. Here are five top-notch...
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Breanna Gunderson
Aug 31, 20231 min read
Wild Huckleberry and Chanterelle Soup
Creating soup recipes that feature Oregon native plants and mushrooms can result in delicious and unique flavors. Here are five top-notch...
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Breanna Gunderson
Aug 31, 20231 min read
Nettle and Mushroom Bisque Recipe
Creating soup recipes that feature Oregon native plants and mushrooms can result in delicious and unique flavors. Here are five top-notch...
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