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Gardening in a Changing Climate – what to do, and what to avoid

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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” […]

Choosing Conifers for Color

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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, […]

Shrubs that Grow Well in King County

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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 […]

Fall and Winter Wow for Container Gardens

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Speaker: Sue Goetz, certified Horticulturist. Presentation: There is no need to give up on colorful containers when summer annuals like petunias and marigolds have bit the dust. Plant a cool-weather container […]

Choosing the Right Plants

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Speaker: Laura Matter, Program Director for Natural Yard Care, Tilth Alliance. Presentation: When adding trees, shrubs, and other ornamentals to your garden, it’s important to use the “Right Plant-Right Place” decision […]

Orchids for Fun

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Speaker: Jim Olson, Master Gardener. Presentation: Did you get an orchid as a gift, or buy one for its beauty? Thinking of buying one?  Go ahead, they’re easier to care for […]

Tips for New (and Experienced) Gardeners

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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 […]