Damian Fagan
Damian is contributing writer to Dave's Garden. He is a freelance writer, hiking guide, gardener and wreath-maker living in Central Oregon. He has published several books including Pacific Northwest Wildflowers and Canyon Country Wildflowers with Globe Pequot Press.
Garden Tools to Relieve Stress and Strain
Gardening should be a labor of love, not a painful experence. Read More
Take Part in the Christmas Bird Count
Birdwatchers flock to their local Christmas Bird Count. Read More
Attracting Backyard Birds in Winter
This holiday season, take the time to start making a few fine-feathered friends of your own. Read More
Four Ways to Preserve Fruit Even when Summer Ends
Enjoy the bounty of summer's fruits and berries all year long. Read More
August Garden Celebration Days
Every month has a few offbeat gardening holidays in it. Here are some of our August favorites: Read More
Summer Wildflowers from Fall Sowing
Enjoying wildflowers in summer requires some planning in the fall. Read More
Adding Hot, Cold, or Worm Compost
How do you like your compost—hot, cold, or worm? Read More
Bee Balms and Monardas Keep Your Pollinators Happy This Season
Including wild bergamot in the garden is just what the doctor ordered. Read More
What Do You Know About NARGS?
What exactly does the North American Rock Garden Society deal with? More than you might think. Read More
The Buzz About Bumblebees
Native bumblebees are facing some challenging times. Read More
Close Out February with Floral Design Day
Celebrate the ancient tradition of floral arts this February Read More
Garden Aromatherapy
Discover the ancient art of aromatherapy, and start using its natural healing powers to your advantage. Read More
November is National Peanut Butter Lover's Month
Some like it creamy and some like it chunky. For many of us, it's delicious either way. Read More
How Pumpkin Patches and Corn Mazes Are Grown
Pumpkin farms may include corn mazes, farmer's markets, petting zoos, and, of course, pumpkins! Read More
Seed Saving For Next Year
As you near the end of the harvest, consider letting a few fruits and flowerheads go to seed. Read More
Xeriscaping with Drip Irrigation Systems
Xeriscape gardens can be colorful, attractive, and lush. Read More
Bird-Friendly Water Features
From simple to complex, there are a variety of bird-friendly water features that can either be purchased or made with some simple items. Read More
Dirt on Dirt by Understanding Soil Amendments vs. Fertilizer vs. Compost & More
What's in your soil? Read More
Adding a Nest Box in Your Backyard to Attract Birds
Installing a nest box for birds in your backyard is a great way to provide alternative housing for these feathered friends. Read More
Mushroom Grower's Guide: Getting to Know Oysters, Maitake, and Shitake
Demystifying growing mushrooms at home. Read More
