Home & Garden 2024
A special publication of The Goldendale Sentinel
Schedule:
Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
10 a.m. – Show Opens
11 a.m. to noon –
Soudough Basics: A Beginners Guide to Sourdough
Noon to 1 p.m. –Goldendale Police: Home Safety
1 p.m. 2 p.m. – Klickitat County Sheriff’s Office
2 p.m. to 3 p.m. – Rural 7: Home Fire Safety
3 p.m. to 4 p.m. - Bishop’s – Septic’s 101 and Q&A
4 p.m. to 5 p.m. – AzureAbundant Health
6 p.m. – Show Closes
Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
10 a.m. – Show Opens
11 a.m. to noon –Pollinator Protectors: Intro to Beekeeping with Charlie Vanden Heuvel
Noon to 1 p.m. - Compost 101: Turning Waste into Gold – With Klickitat County Solid Waste
1 p.m. to 2 pm.Sourdough Basics: A Beginners Guide to Sourdough
2 p.m. to 3 p.m. – AzureFarming and Soil Health
3 p.m. to 4 p.m. - Bishop’s – Septics 101 and Q&A
4 p.m. to 5 p.m. - Klickitat County Solid WasteComposting
6 p.m. – Show Closes
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Welcome back to the Goldendale Home & Garden Show!
The Greater Goldendale Chamber of Commerce is delighted to host another spectacular Home & Garden Show this year, bigger and better.
This year’s show has a Spring Festival flare, infused with exciting festival elements. Immerse yourself in captivating home and garden exhibits, explore the latest trends, and get inspired by expert speakers. Plus, indulge in a vibrant atmosphere of
arts, music, and culinary delights. Join us for an unforgettable experience where creativity flourishes and dreams come to life.
David Stelzer, Azure Standard Founder & CEO, is the keynote speaker this year. David will delve into home gardening topics, sharing insights, tips, and strategies that will empower you to cultivate a thriving, abundant garden. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out,
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Admission to the Show is $8, but if you bring a non-perishable food item, it’s only $5–and that’s for all three days plus registration to all workshops, demonstrations, and seminars on Friday and Saturday. That’s incredible value for such an array of fascinating and useful information!
As Audrey Hepburn put it: “To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow.” So believe and enjoy!
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Five reasons to keep your windows clean
Cody A. Courson For The Sentinel
Choosing the right style window for your house can add beauty and value to your home, but did you know that regularly cleaning and maintaining your windows does more than just keep them looking nice? Window maintenance can help ensure the long-term function of your windows as well as improve air quality and safety to the rest of your home. Speaking as a professional window cleaner, here are my top five reasons why keeping your windows clean is for more than just aesthetics.
Preventative window maintenance. Cleaning the tracks and window hinges in your window frame helps take out the debris that could damage the seal around the window. Bugs, dirt, small rocks, and other types of debris can tear the rubber seals of your window, leaving your home vulnerable to the elements. It’s a good idea to clean these out every three months unless you live in a high-
wind area or farming community, which tend to have a lot more debris flying around. A good way to tell if your seal has been breached is if you find water or even moss growing in the track. This indicates that the seal is not doing its job of keeping the elements out of your home.
Requires less cleaning. Obviously, something will always be around to get your windows dirty. Fingerprints, dirt blown in, or what I call “puppy art” (nose prints and slobber) are inescapable in a house that’s being lived in daily and with pets. But did you know that other things will stick to windows if they’re not cleaned consistently? Windows are prone to smoke film buildup from daily activities such as burning candles or incense, cooking, smoking, or using your home’s fireplace. Not only does this look bad—the windows get hazy and dark—but if you have pollen allergies, you could be opening yourself up to trouble as the smoke film will attract and trap pollen in your home through open
doors and windows. If your windows haven’t been cleaned in a while, you may need to set some time aside to deeply clean them and then get on a consistent cleaning schedule to ensure the build-up doesn’t return.
Boost curb appeal and first impressions. A fresh coat of paint, a well-manicured lawn, and, yes, clean windows are sure to draw the attention and admiration of your neighbors. And if we’re completely honest with ourselves, we love the attention! Some of the easiest jobs I’ve landed were from neighbors who watched me cleaning windows on a house in their neighborhood and got ex-
cited about getting that spectacular look to their house as well. It’s also a joy to look at the great view clean windows can get you, especially if you have a picture window in your living room.
Let in more light. An article from UCLA Health says, “Decades of studies have shown that natural light has a powerful and often positive effect not only on mental health, but also on physical health and general well-being.” Keeping your windows free from hard water, smoke buildup, oxidation, and dirt will allow the maximum amount of light to be filtered in to your home, improving mood and well-being for you, your family, and guests, setting the stage for a relaxing and enjoyable home.
Protect energy efficiency. Did you know that keeping windows clean with proper care can help keep Low-E coatings and Low-E insulation working the way it was intended? Low-E is glass made to minimize the amount of ultraviolet and infrared light that can pass without diminishing light. Dirt particles that build up on your window may lower your home’s heating efficiency. The dirtier your windows are, the less sunlight can get in and warm your home.
Windows, like any other part of your home, are an investment. They are more than worth it to maintain and terribly inconvenient and potentially expensive if neglected. I recommend getting the outside of your windows cleaned every three to six months and the insides cleaned every six to nine months for optimal care.
And you don’t want to, or can’t do it yourself, I clean windows professionally through my business, Cowboy Quality Services. Give me a call at (503) 8993689 for a free estimate.
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Discover your backyarding personality type
Spring and backyarding—the act of doing indoor activities such as dining, working, entertaining, and exercising in our own backyards—go hand in hand. As homeowners prepare to create the yard of their dreams this spring, the TurfMutt Foundation, which celebrates 15 years in 2024 teaching families how to save the planet one yard at a time, encourages them to start by identifying their backyarding personality type.
“Knowing your backyarding personality type can help you be better prepared to craft a yard that is not only beautiful but is also purposeful and specifically suited to how you backyard,” says Kris Kiser, President & CEO of the TurfMutt Foundation. “There really are no rules; Create an outdoor area that reflects your unique personality and style while supporting the things you like to do in your green space.”
Here are TurfMutt’s backyarding personality types to help inspire you to “yard your way” this spring:
• Outdoor Athlete: Likes to stay active in the fresh air.
The Outdoor Athlete’s gold medal backyard might include a strip of grass for running sprints, built-in outdoor fitness equipment, or even a lap pool to channel your inner Michael Phelps.
• Nature Lover: Favorite thing is watching birds and backyard wildlife.
The perfect backyard for Nature Lovers will feature native plants in
bright colors that bloom year-round to attract, feed, and shelter pollinators and backyard wildlife. The Nature Lover will also need to find the perfect perch for backyard wildlife viewing.
• Work from Home Pro: Seals business deals in the sunshine.
A quiet corner of the yard complete with seating and shade (and a strong Wi-Fi signal) is the start to a beautiful and functional outdoor office. Other creature comforts like an outdoor heater, string lights, curtains, a warm rug, or even a semi-enclosed patio can enhance the space.
• Landscaper: Makes neighbors green with yard envy.
Put the right plant in the right place so your yard is always thriving and consult the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map to find plants that will do well in your location with minimal input. Having the right outdoor power equipment is key to success for Landscapers, who know when to call in the professionals to help with their backyarding to-dos.
• Entertainer Extraordinaire: Loves nothing more than treating great friends to delicious burgers in the backyard.
Ambiance is everything for this backyarder. String some lights, build a fire pit or fireplace, and even create an outdoor kitchen if the budget allows. Patio furniture and outdoor seating with comfortable cushions are a must, and colorful
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• Zen Master: Wants an outdoor space to relax and unwind.
A hammock strung between a couple of shade trees, a soothing water feature
that also beckons backyard birds, and simple, manicured plantings are just a few ways to create a peaceful setting outside.
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Safe space that lures kids away from their screens and into the great outdoors right outside your home begins with a large patch of turfgrass, perfect for sports practice, cornhole, or pitching a tent. Trees are great for zip lines, treehouses, and swings. You can even plant a garden to teach kids about the origins of the food we eat.
• Pet Pamperer: Designs their yard as a pet sanctuary.
Who needs a dog park when you have a pet playground in your own backyard? Hardy turfgrass, sturdy plants, lots of shade trees, and shrubs that naturally section off pet “business” areas from the rest of the yard are some of the features you may want to consider. (Be sure to select non-toxic plants that are safe for pets.) Go all out with a splash pool or a sandbox for digging.
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Clever storage ideas for small spaces
(Family Features) No matter how cramped and cluttered your living space may be, you can almost always find a spot or two for extra storage. It’s often just a matter of getting creative and utilizing a few clever solutions.
Consider these simple ideas to create some extra space in oft-used rooms:
Kitchen
• Metal rods with hanging hooks can create storage space on your blank walls. Use them to hang coffee cups, cooking utensils, dish towels or pots and pans.
• Magnetic strips mounted on the wall or the inside of a cabinet door can be a simple way to hang knives and free up counter space normally taken up by a knife block.
• If your countertop is cluttered with small spice containers and oil bottles, elevate them with a decorative cake stand. Place small jars below and top with pretty decanters and additional spices.
• If you’re using prime cabinet space for items you only use once a year, such as holiday cake pans or a big serving bowl you pull out for parties, consider
storing them in the attic or a closet instead.
Bathroom
• Instead of hanging just one towel bar on the back of the bathroom door, hang multiple to maximize your drying space.
• Most modern cabinetry has adjustable shelving. If you haven’t customized the heights of your shelving to accommodate different sized bottles and containers, give it a try.
• A three-tiered fruit basket might seem perfect for the kitchen, but it’s also a handy way to store bathroom essentials right beside the sink.
• Flour and sugar canisters can also be repurposed in the bathroom to keep makeup, toiletries, cleaning supplies and soaps contained. Make sure to buy bins that stack easily.
Bedroom
• Nix those nightstands and hang small shelves on either side of the bed. This cuts down on the clutter you can keep and makes cleaning underneath a breeze.
• Rolling bins that fit under the bed are perfect for storing linens, out-ofseason clothing and children’s toys. They’re also the perfect way to slide building block projects out of sight without destroying your child’s latest masterpiece.
• Closets with a single hanging rod are one of the biggest space-wasters in the bedroom. Double their storage capacity by hanging a second rod or shelf below shorter jackets and shirts.
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If you are planning a romantic dinner for two for a birthday, anniversary, or just because, but have run out of ideas for the perfect meal, we have a suggestion for one guaranteed to make an impression and will be talked about for years to come. Granted, it’s a recipe from ages ago, and the impression may not be the exact one you want to make or talked about for all those years with soft, starry-eyed love-looks—but you can bet it will be a unique experience never to be forgotten, unless, of course, the one you are cooking for is from the deep South. In that case, you may need to look for a vegan recipe somewhere in the North. And if the dinner is special enough, with candlelight and tablecloth, we would also like to suggest a nice wine to set the mood. The nutty bouquet of Boones Farm Strawberry Hill is just the
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And now, on to the main course. Bon appetit!
SQUIRREL (Taken from “The Wise Encyclopedia of Cookery,” 1948). This slender rodent is well relished in the South. The meat is white with somewhat the flavor of chicken crossed with rabbit. Squirrel may be prepared by all the methods applied to chicken and rabbit.
[Since the Western Gray Squirrel is now on the Endangered Species list as of November 2023, we thought our local Gray Digger might be a good substitute.] The following recipe is a sample of the way it is done in the South:
Casserole of Squirrel (or Digger)
2 Squirrels [because you are having
company, right?]
Seasoned flour
1/4 Cup wild rice
2 minced green peppers
1 1/2 cups diced celery
1 cup diced tart apple
Boiling water
Disjoint the squirrels and roll in seasoned flour. Arrange in a generously greased casserole and sprinkle over them the rice, peppers, celery, and apple. Cover with boiling water and bake, closely covered, in a slow oven (300° F.) about 1 hour, or until tender. (Serves 4)
And as a contemporary side dish: BISCUITS (2024)
With any casserole dish, a good biscuit is always a welcome addition to the meal. Here is a no-frills, Pacific Northwest recipe to go along with your Digger.
My Boys’ Biscuits
2 1/4 Cup flour
1/2 Cup butter
1 tsp salt
1Tbsp + 1 tsp baking powder
2/3 Cup milk
2 eggs
Combine flour, butter, salt, and baking powder, using a pastry blender or fork until it turns into a crumb form. Mix milk and eggs together, then stir it into the dry mixture until completely blended. Do not over stir. Turn onto floured board and pat into a round, about 3/4” thick. Do not over work the dough, or your biscuits will be tough. Cut with biscuit cutter (or can, or you can cut it into squares) and bake at 450° for 10 to 12 minutes, until golden brown. Serve hot, warm, or cold. (Serves 8 – unless you are feeding people like my boys, and then it will serve 3 to 4.)
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Seven ways to reduce home energy costs
(Family Features) When building your budget, utility bills – especially the electric bill – are likely one of your largest monthly expenditures. One of the biggest culprits: home heating and cooling, which account for more than half of the average American household’s annual energy consumption, according to estimates from the Energy Information Administration.
In fact, 83% of homeowners are concerned about the impact of energy bills on their household budgets, according to a survey conducted by Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US (METUS), with 54% saying it cost “somewhat more” or “much more” to heat their homes this winter compared to last year.
To help dial down your energy costs, consider these tips from the heating and cooling experts at METUS.
Adjust the temperature
While you’re sleeping or away from home, adjust your thermostat up 5-10 F in the summer or down 5-10 F in the winter, which can help lower annual heating and cooling costs if done consistently. A smart thermostat can monitor your energy use and behaviors then automatically adjust to make your home more energy efficient.
Look for incentives and rebates
Qualified homeowners may be eligible to save money on qualified home energy improvement projects. The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA) offers tax
credits and rebates, including a credit of 30% (up to $2,000) for qualifying heat pump installation, an energy-efficient option to replace fossil fuel-burning furnaces. Other incentives under the IRA include offsetting costs of electrical panel upgrades and rebates for homes with energy usage reductions of 20% or more.
Switch to a heat pump
Among survey respondents, 54% ranked government incentives like the IRA as one of the top reasons they would consider installing a heat pump to replace a traditional air conditioner. Options like Mitsubishi Electric’s all-climate heat pumps use two units – an exterior heat pump, which replaces your exist-
ing air conditioning condenser, and an interior unit installed on your furnace – to deliver cost-effective, eco-efficient, year-round heating and cooling. These smart systems not only improve air conditioning efficiency on hot days, but also determine the best source of heat (gas or electricity) on cold days, so your HVAC system is always running at peak efficiency and comfort.
Have HVAC systems serviced regularly
For best performance and efficiency, regular maintenance of your heating and cooling system is imperative. Keeping outdoor units free of debris and changing air filters are tasks most homeowners can handle on their own but bringing
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Improve your insulation
Poorly insulated attics, walls, ceilings, floors and crawl spaces can lead to energy waste and increase costs by requiring more energy to heat or cool your home. Because air can escape through these spaces when your HVAC system pushes air through your home, adding insulation can help reduce losses and keep your home more comfortable.
Use appliances during non-peak hours
Rather than using your oven, stove or clothes dryer from noon-6 p.m., peak time for many electricity providers, consider doing so in the morning or later at night. Using these appliances outside of the peak timeframe, when conventional heating and cooling systems are often running full bore, can help lower energy costs. Some utilities may also offer plans that incentivize limiting energy use during peak hours.
Think multi-zone
Consider upgrading to an all-climate, multi-zone heat pump, which can seamlessly connect to multiple indoor units, revolutionizing the way you experience comfort in your home. By eliminating problematic hot and cold spots in your home, this system ensures personalized comfort tailored to individual zones and
optimizes energy usage by directing it only to the areas requiring heating or cooling. Replacing an outdated HVAC system with a multi-zone solution can also help achieve cost and energy savings. By efficiently managing temperature in different zones, you can experience improved energy efficiency, resulting in a more sustainable and economical solution for heating and cooling.
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plants
Annuals provide great flexibility for the gardner since you can change your mind next year and have different themes from time to time. They work well in established gardens and in container gardens.
If you think you have a brown thumb and can’t get anything to grow,
try petunias. Petunias are colorful and they flower throughout the summer. They are also a spreading plant that will fill in an area with just a few plants.
There are several types, but any of them will work in a garden. You can buy petunias in almost any color try planting in blocks of color for best effect.
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Dianthus Vivacia Orange is hardy to zone 7a but can be used as an annual in colder areas. The large double flowers top 10- to 16-inch-tall plants and are
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a warm, cozy feel to this year’s gardens with the 2024 Pantone Color of the Year, Peach Fuzz. It was selected for generating a feeling of kindness and tenderness and encouraging sharing, community, and collaboration. Consider including this color in your garden to convey these emotions or as a good excuse to add more plants to your landscape.
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showy during the cooler months of the growing season. They combine nicely with other flowers and their sturdy stems make them suitable for cutting.
SuperTrouper Orange Dianthus has similar colored flowers that are about 20% smaller. It is hardy in zones 5 to 9 and has a spicy fragrance.
Celosia Celway™ Salmon has the same heat and drought tolerance as other celosias. The spiky blooms are held atop 40- to 48-inch stems, making them great additions to the middle or back of the border.
If you love salvias, you can find a variety of peachy-colored blossoms. These plants tend to be deer-resistant and hummingbird magnets. Just check the plant tag for more specific information on the mature size and hardiness.
Luxury Lace daylily has subtly fragrant star-shaped flowers. Hardy in zones four to eight it has the same low maintenance requirements as other daylilies. Just water thoroughly when needed.
Geum ‘Mai Tai’ has vermillion red flowers that fade to a peachy pink early in the season. The 18-inch-tall burgundy stems are a nice contrast to the flowers. Grow it in full sun with moist soil in zones five to seven.
Last but certainly not least is threadleaf coreopsis ‘Crème Caramel’ (Coreopsis verticillata ‘Crème Caramel’). Hardy in zones five to nine, it slowly spreads making it a nice addition to a sunny slope or traditional border. The
fine foliage blends nicely with other flowers, adding welcome texture to any planting. Watch the peachy-pink flowers deepen to salmon when temperatures cool.
Use the artist’s color wheel to find colors that pair well with these and other peach-fuzz-colored flowers and foliage. Then look for opportunities to add interesting texture for some additional pizzazz. You and your visitors will enjoy the cozy warm feeling when walking through your landscape.
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Protect hydrangeas from hungry deer
Melinda Myers For The Sentinel
Low maintenance, beautiful flowers, and plenty of varieties have made hydrangeas a favorite landscape plant. It seems you can’t visit a garden center
or nursery without being tempted by one of the traditional favorites or newer hydrangea varieties.
Despite their easy-care nature, hungry deer can make it difficult to fully enjoy these plants. Rutgers University rates landscape plants based on their suscep-
tibility to deer damage. According to Rutgers, hydrangeas are occasionally severely damaged by deer, meaning they are a plant preferred by deer and protection is advised. Your experience may be different and can vary from year to year, but it is always wise to be prepared to protect key plants in your landscape.
Deer like to browse leaves, tender shoots, flower buds, and blossoms. Damage is worse when populations are high, food is scarce, and when environmental stresses like cold and deep snow are present. Once deer find a place to dine, they tend to return. Their damage has a rough or torn appearance as opposed to a clean cut like that made by a pruner. Preventing damage is always the best way to maximize your enjoyment.
Fencing is one option but not always the most attractive or practical. An eight-foot fence is the recommended height for protecting large areas. The University of Minnesota found deer can be kept out of small gardens that are 8 x 16 feet or smaller with much shorter fences. Sturdy decorative posts and somewhat invisible deer fencing tend to make a less obtrusive fence. Always
check with your local municipality for any fencing restrictions.
Many gardeners report success using high-test fishing line. Create a barrier using strong five-foot posts with the fishing line spaced at two-foot intervals. Scare tactics may provide some shortterm help. Motion-sensitive sprinklers, noise makers, and smells are often used. Several gardeners reported success placing colorful wine bottles inverted over rebar posts. The rattling helped discourage deer browsing and added an ornamental element to the garden. Change scare tactics to increase success.
Place key plants closer to your home, in the back of large beds, or surrounded by less susceptible plants. Making it hard to reach the plants can help discourage damage to hydrangeas.
Repellents are another option. Treat susceptible plants before the deer start browsing for the best results. Look for a rain and snow-resistant product, like organic Plantskydd (plantskydd.com), which does not need to be reapplied as often. That means you’ll save time applying and spend less money.
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