Speaker: Linda Chalker-Scott, Professor WSU. Presentation: Climate change is here to stay – and with it our gardens experience increased summer temperatures and drought. Unfortunately, the internet is full of “cures” for drought and heat stress that can make the problem worse. This seminar will present science-based practical strategies to help plants and soils conserve water […]

Speaker: Ross Bayton, Director, Heronswood Garden. Presentation: Conifers are mostly green, and we have so many species native in Washington that we’re known as the Evergreen State. But with careful selection, you can bring a variety of colors and subtle shades into your garden and, given that our climate is so amenable to conifer cultivation, these […]

Speaker: Cleo Raulerson, Master Gardener. Presentation: Shrubs are a key part of our gardens—there are many shrubs that can provide color and interest throughout the year with limited maintenance. This talk discusses evergreen and deciduous shrubs that grow well in our Western Washington gardens, grouped by genus.  Highlighted will be several specific varieties that showcase the […]