In this edition of the Lincoln County Gardner, host Ross talks with Master Gardener Julie Roth-Carter about landscaping with native plants.
Native Plants (KYAQ Audio)
Category: Coastal Gardening
Camellias (KYAQ Audio)
In this edition of the Lincoln County Gardner, host Ross talks with Master Gardener Larry King about Camellias (primarily the ornamental species C. japonica and C. sasanqua). The Oregon coast provides almost perfect conditions for this popular plant.
Waldport Garden Exhibits (KYAQ Audio)
In this edition of the Lincoln County Gardner, host Ross talks with Master Gardener Tom Green, Co-Lead at the OSU Demonstration Garden in Waldport. This year's focus is on public exhibits to provide more information to local gardeners. You'll find out more about composting, water-wise gardening and vertical gardening.
All images by Larry King.
Welcome to the Waldport Garden (KYAQ Audio)
In this edition of the Lincoln County Gardner, host Ross talks with Master Gardener Tom Green, Co-Lead at the OSU Demonstration Garden in Waldport. You'll learn about the garden, its construction and what's going on.
Sensory Gardens (KYAQ Audio)
In this edition of the Lincoln County Gardner, host Ross McCann talks with Master Gardeners Kathy Burke and Terry DeJong, leaders of the Lincoln City OSU Demonstration Garden. They talk about yard design with a specific purpose: A Sensory Garden.
Ross mentions frost dates in the "Garden Tips" section. You can find frost dates for your location in Lincoln County here.
Starting Tomatoes (KYAQ Audio)
In this edition of the Lincoln County Gardner, host Ross McCann talks with Master Gardener Marlene Shapiro about starting tomatoes suitable for growing along the Oregon Coast. If growing your own isn't for you, there's a large selection of tomatoes at the annual Master Gardener™ Plant Sale. It's on 5/16/2026 at the Armory in Newport, Oregon.
For more information on growing tomatoes in Oregon, refer to Oregon State University's publication Grow your own tomatoes and tomatillos. Make sure you choose early and mid-season tomatoes for growing at the coast.
Welcome to the Lincoln City Garden (KYAQ Audio)
In this edition of the Lincoln County Gardner, host Ross McCann talks with Master Gardeners Kathy Burke and Terry DeJong, leaders of the Lincoln City OSU Demonstration Garden. Find out about the garden and drop by for a visit.
Ross mentions the KYAQ episode featuring the Keyhole garden which you can listen to here.
Starting and Growing Herbs (KYAQ Audio)
In this edition of the Lincoln County Gardner, host Ross McCann talks with Master Gardener Joan Crall about starting and growing herbs along the Oregon Coast. She explains exactly how to start herbs from seeds as well a purchasing starts. If growing your own isn't for you, there's a large selection of herbs at the annual Master Gardener™ Plant Sale. It's on 5/16/2026 at the Armory in Newport, Oregon.
Lincoln County Frost Dates
These dates have been calculated using data provided by the NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information.
Using a 30% probability threshold, means there’s about a 3 in 10 chance frost will occur before or after the given date. In general, it should be safe to plant after this date. Tender and warm-weather plants may need to be planted later when the soil is warmer (think tomatoes). Because micro-climates vary—your backyard might be warmer or cooler than nearby towns—use these dates as a flexible guide, not a guarantee.
Featured Image by Alfons Landsmann from Pixabay.
Using a 30% probability threshold, means there’s about a 3 in 10 chance frost will occur before or after the given date. In general, it should be safe to plant after this date. Tender and warm-weather plants may need to be planted later when the soil is warmer (think tomatoes). Because micro-climates vary—your backyard might be warmer or cooler than nearby towns—use these dates as a flexible guide, not a guarantee.
| Location | Climate Station | Last Spring Frost | First Fall Frost | Growing Season |
| Depoe Bay | NEWPORT 3N | Mar-28 | Nov-26 | 242 days |
| Eddyville | ALSEA FH (FALL CREEK) | Apr-23 | Oct-24 | 183 days |
| Harlan | ALSEA FH (FALL CREEK) | Apr-23 | Oct-24 | 183 days |
| Lincoln City | OTIS 2 NE | Apr-18 | Nov-8 | 203 days |
| Logsden | NEWPORT 3N | Mar-28 | Nov-26 | 242 days |
| Neskowin | OTIS 2 NE | Apr-18 | Nov-8 | 203 days |
| Newport & South Beach | NEWPORT | Apr-1 | Nov-15 | 227 days |
| Otis | OTIS 2 NE | Apr-18 | Nov-8 | 203 days |
| Otter Rock | NEWPORT 3N | Mar-28 | Nov-26 | 242 days |
| Seal Rock | NEWPORT 1 SE | Feb-28 | Dec-4 | 278 days |
| Siletz | NEWPORT 3N | Mar-28 | Nov-26 | 242 days |
| Tidewater | ALSEA FH (FALL CREEK) | Apr-23 | Oct-24 | 183 days |
| Toledo | NEWPORT 1 SE | Feb-28 | Dec-4 | 278 days |
| Waldport | YACHATS, OR | Mar-2 | Dec-1 | 273 days |
| Yachats | YACHATS, OR | Mar-2 | Dec-1 | 273 days |
Featured Image by Alfons Landsmann from Pixabay.
Hydrangeas (KYAQ Audio)
In this edition of the Lincoln County Gardner, host Ross McCann talks with Master Gardener Mary Jane Bonelitz about Hydrangeas (Hydrangea macrophylla and Hydrangea paniculata). The Oregon coast provides almost perfect conditions for this popular plant.
