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Tips for New (and Experienced) Gardeners

Online via Zoom Platform

Speaker: Bruce Bennet, Extension Master Gardener. This presentation will provide new gardeners with introductory information that has been revised through WSU and OSU research and by the speaker’s professional practice for the past twenty years. As plants and weather change over the years, so do the growing guidelines and even seasoned gardeners can use a […]

Growing Roses in Today’s World

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Speaker: Michele Thomas, Extension Master Gardener Just in time for spring, this presentation will give participant’s some history of roses, the most popular rose types, and roses best suited for our changing climate.  Site selection (including different climates in King County), soil prep, and planting instructions will be discussed. Pruning, spring and fall rose care, […]

Balcony to Backyard: PNW Climate Adapted Gardening

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Speaker: Del Brummet, head gardener of the Elisabeth C Miller Botanical Garden, will take you on a journey through the building and maintenance of his low water home garden. What techniques help to grow and establish a variety of plants with lower water needs? How do you pick plants for narrow spaces with shifting light […]

Wildlife Friendly Gardening for Natural Pest Control

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Speaker: Laura Matter, Seattle Tilth When you create a wildlife friendly habitat for birds and insects, they in turn will provide you with natural pest and weed control. This class will teach you about the plants and design techniques that attract these delightful creatures to visit and live in your backyard. Cost to register: $8.00 […]

Best but Unusual Companion Plants for Rhododendrons

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Speaker: Atsuko Gibson, Nursery Manager at Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden Whether your rhododendrons are big or small, there are always some plants that can be grown with them. Atsuko will introduce you to unusual perennials that pair well with your existing rhododendron plantings, or in a trough or large container planting.  Cost to register: $8.00 […]

Mastering Mason Bees: Essential Insights for Successful Spring Pollination

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Speaker: Dave Hunter, Owner and Founder of Crown Bees Join Dave for an enlightening session designed for master gardeners. In this workshop, Dave will share his extensive knowledge on how to harmonize with nature to maximize the success of spring pollination with local native mason bee. Learn practical strategies and gain valuable insights that you […]