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SUMMARY:Creating a Cut Flower Garden
DESCRIPTION:Creating a Cut Flower Garden. Speaker: Colleen Donahue\, Extension Master Gardener. \nPresentation: Have you ever dreamed of growing you own fresh flowers? Colleen will share her extensive knowledge about growing flowers for cutting (and for pollinators!). You will learn about how to select your location\, prepare your soil\, select flowers and start seeds. Also discover how to get the longest vase life from your flowers. Colleen will talk about her favorite easy to grow flowers\, which provide bountiful blooms from mid-summer till fall. \nCost: $8.00 \nRegister
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/creating-a-cut-flower-garden/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250927T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250927T103000
DTSTAMP:20260501T173324
CREATED:20250802T160904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T160904Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Groundwork in the Natural Garden
DESCRIPTION:Fall Groundwork in the Natural Garden. Speaker: Laura Matter\, Seattle Tilth. \nPresentation: Get a jump on spring by taking care of the garden in fall! Learn how to protect your soil\, what to plant now\, lawn care tasks to save you time next spring and tips for winterizing you garden. Find ways to encourage and take care of wildlife this winter. \nCost: $8.00 \nRegister
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/fall-groundwork-in-the-natural-garden/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250920T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T173324
CREATED:20250906T233440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T235749Z
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SUMMARY:Bellevue Demo Garden Harvest Festival
DESCRIPTION:Bellevue Demo Garden Harvest Festival\nWhen:  Saturday\, September 20\, 2025\n                10am – 2pm\nWhere: Bellevue Demo Garden\n                15500 SE 16th Street\n                Bellevue\, WA 98007\nBring your family\, friends and neighbors to celebrate the end of our growing season! The event will include a WSU Extension Master Gardener Plant Clinic\, our Fall Plant Sale\, Floral Bouquets\, a Photo Op Display for selfies and family photos\, Children’s Activities\, and a Garden Flea Market including burlap bags. Come learn how to make Leaf Castings\, Concrete Garden Edging\, Lavender products\, and learn about Food Preservation. See a demo on how to sharpen dull pruner blades and enjoy the magical Dancing Water Bowl! Admission is free to the public and free parking is available in the lot and on the street.
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/bellevue-demo-garden-harvest-festival/
LOCATION:Bellevue Demonstration Garden\, 15500 SE 16th St.\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98007\, United States
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="BDG Workshop Team":MAILTO:BDGWorkshops@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250914T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250914T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T173324
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SUMMARY:Cool Plants\, Hot Topics Plant Sale and Talks!
DESCRIPTION:The Master Gardener Foundation of King County invites you to its ‘Cool Plants\, Hot Topics Plant Sale and Talks‘ at the Bellevue Botanical Garden. \nThe theme for this annual event is ‘Become A Pollinator Protector’.  \nIn addition to garden talks by WSU Extension Master Gardeners and other well-known local horticulturalists\, you are also invited to attend the Grand Opening of the new Habitats at Home demonstration garden. The garden was created by WSU Extension King County Master Gardener program supported by a grant from King Conservation District and in partnership with the City of Bellevue. \n(Image: copyright Michael Lampron-York\, 2025) \n Speaker Schedule:\n10:00am – 11:00am  Molly van der Burch – ‘Climate Ready Plants’\n11:30am – 12:30pm  Susan Melgaard ‘Pollinators – Our Unsung Heroes’\n1:00pm – 2:00pm      Daniel Mount – ‘From Far and Near – Native Plants for Northwest Gardens’ \nCost: $10.00 per talk or $25.00 for the total package of 3 talks. See Guest Speaker Bios for more information. \nREGISTER\nThe vendor area will include specialty nurseries and vendors to help you select this year’s fall plantings as well as fresh bouquets and seeds for sale.\nCheck out our great list of Plant Sale Vendors and Partners! There is no charge to attend the plant sale or to visit the Bellevue Botanical Garden. \n\nVENDORS\n                                           WA Pollinator Path  \nSEED TABLE DONORS\n         
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/cool-plants-hot-topics-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Bellevue Botanical Garden\, 12001 Main St\, Bellevue\, Washington\, 98005\, United States
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250913T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250913T113000
DTSTAMP:20260501T173324
CREATED:20250423T174533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T174533Z
UID:10000205-1757757600-1757763000@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:BDG Workshop: Seasonal Container Gardening
DESCRIPTION:Bellevue Demonstration Garden is again offering in-person workshops.\nThese in-person workshops will spotlight Master Gardeners who have combined knowledge\namounting to hundreds of years! Veteran and novice gardeners alike will benefit from these\npresentations derived from science-based research\, personal experience and state-of-the-art\nmethods. Workshops will consist of a 30-to-45-minute presentations in the park shelter\nfollowed by a 20-to-30-minute demonstration or hands-on experience. \nGarden Shelter at 15500 SE 16th St\, Bellevue\, WA 98007 \n\n\nTopic: Seasonal Container Gardening\nSpeaker: Emilie Castle & Linda Peterson\nDate: Saturday\, September 13\, 2025\nTime: 10:00am-11:30am\nLocation \n\n\n\n\nBellevue Demo Garden\n15500 SE 16th St\nBellevue\, WA 98006\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/bdg-workshop-seasonal-container-gardening/
LOCATION:Bellevue Demonstration Garden\, 15500 SE 16th St.\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98007\, United States
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250913T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250913T103000
DTSTAMP:20260501T173324
CREATED:20250802T160236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T160236Z
UID:10000212-1757755800-1757759400@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Propagation from Cuttings: A Practical Approach for Roses and Perennials
DESCRIPTION:Propagation from Cuttings: A Practical Approach for Roses and Perennials. Speaker: Jason Crouch\, Owner Fraser Valley Rose Farm. \nPresentation: Learn how to propagate roses and other perennials from cuttings with straightforward techniques and practical advice. This session will guide participants through every step of the process\, from selecting cutting material to managing humidity\, rooting\, and aftercare. \nCost: $8.00 \nRegister
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/propagation-from-cuttings-a-practical-approach-for-roses-and-perennials/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250906T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250906T103000
DTSTAMP:20260501T173324
CREATED:20250802T155622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T162545Z
UID:10000211-1757151000-1757154600@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Lovely Lawn Alternatives
DESCRIPTION:Lovely Lawn Alternatives. Speaker: Sue Goetz\, Horticulturist\, Garden Designer\, Speaker.\nPresentation: Enjoy seeing how Sue creates magical perennial and ornamental grass meadows to no-mow plantings and seed mixes. Inspiration and techniques on how to convert your lawn space will be discussed. Best ways to remove lawn\, plantings and tips for switching from a high maintenance lawn to sustainable beauty provided. Before and after photos of lawn conversion projects too! \nCost to register: $8.00 \nRegister
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/lovely-lawn-alternatives/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250813T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250813T113000
DTSTAMP:20260501T173324
CREATED:20250423T174006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T174006Z
UID:10000204-1755079200-1755084600@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:BDG Workshop: Onion Know How
DESCRIPTION:Bellevue Demonstration Garden is again offering in-person workshops.\nThese in-person workshops will spotlight Master Gardeners who have combined knowledge\namounting to hundreds of years! Veteran and novice gardeners alike will benefit from these\npresentations derived from science-based research\, personal experience and state-of-the-art\nmethods. Workshops will consist of a 30-to-45-minute presentations in the park shelter\nfollowed by a 20-to-30-minute demonstration or hands-on experience. \nGarden Shelter at 15500 SE 16th St\, Bellevue\, WA 98007 \n\n\nTopic: Onion Know How \nSpeaker: Carl Pergam\nDate: Wednesday\, August 13\, 2025\nTime: 10:00am-11:30am\nLocation \n\n\n\n\nBellevue Demo Garden\n15500 SE 16th St\nBellevue\, WA 98006\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/bdg-workshop-onion-know-how/
LOCATION:Bellevue Demonstration Garden\, 15500 SE 16th St.\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98007\, United States
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250809T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250809T113000
DTSTAMP:20260501T173324
CREATED:20250423T172859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T172859Z
UID:10000203-1754733600-1754739000@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:BDG Workshop: Maximizing Your Tomato Yield at End of Season
DESCRIPTION:Bellevue Demonstration Garden is again offering in-person workshops.\nThese in-person workshops will spotlight Master Gardeners who have combined knowledge\namounting to hundreds of years! Veteran and novice gardeners alike will benefit from these\npresentations derived from science-based research\, personal experience and state-of-the-art\nmethods. Workshops will consist of a 30-to-45-minute presentations in the park shelter\nfollowed by a 20-to-30-minute demonstration or hands-on experience. \nGarden Shelter at 15500 SE 16th St\, Bellevue\, WA 98007 \n\n\nTopic: Maximizing Your Tomato Yield at End of Season \nSpeaker: Sharon Peach\nDate: Saturday\, August 9\, 2025\nTime: 10:00am-11:30am\nLocation \n\n\n\n\nBellevue Demo Garden\n15500 SE 16th St\nBellevue\, WA 98006\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/bdg-workshop-maximizing-your-tomato-yield-at-end-of-season/
LOCATION:Bellevue Demonstration Garden\, 15500 SE 16th St.\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98007\, United States
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250614T113000
DTSTAMP:20260501T173324
CREATED:20250423T172156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T172418Z
UID:10000202-1749895200-1749900600@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:BDG Workshop: Propagation - Tips and Techniques
DESCRIPTION:Bellevue Demonstration Garden is again offering in-person workshops.\nThese in-person workshops will spotlight Master Gardeners who have combined knowledge\namounting to hundreds of years! Veteran and novice gardeners alike will benefit from these\npresentations derived from science-based research\, personal experience and state-of-the-art\nmethods. Workshops will consist of a 30-to-45-minute presentations in the park shelter\nfollowed by a 20-to-30-minute demonstration or hands-on experience. \nGarden Shelter at 15500 SE 16th St\, Bellevue\, WA 98007 \n\n\nTopic: Propagation – Tips and Techniques \nSpeaker: Fred Wemer\nDate: Saturday\, June 14\, 2025\nTime: 10:00am-11:30am\nLocation \n\n\n\n\nBellevue Demo Garden\n15500 SE 16th St\nBellevue\, WA 98006\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/bdg-workshop-propagation-tips-and-techniques/
LOCATION:Bellevue Demonstration Garden\, 15500 SE 16th St.\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98007\, United States
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250607T113000
DTSTAMP:20260501T173324
CREATED:20250423T171603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T171603Z
UID:10000201-1749290400-1749295800@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:BDG Workshop: Late Spring Seed Starting
DESCRIPTION:Bellevue Demonstration Garden is again offering in-person workshops.\nThese in-person workshops will spotlight Master Gardeners who have combined knowledge\namounting to hundreds of years! Veteran and novice gardeners alike will benefit from these\npresentations derived from science-based research\, personal experience and state-of-the-art\nmethods. Workshops will consist of a 30-to-45-minute presentations in the park shelter\nfollowed by a 20-to-30-minute demonstration or hands-on experience. \nGarden Shelter at 15500 SE 16th St\, Bellevue\, WA 98007 \n\n\nTopic: Late Spring Seed Starting  \nSpeaker: Colleen Donahue\nDate: Saturday\, June 7\, 2025\nTime: 10:00am-11:30am\nLocation \n\n\n\n\nBellevue Demo Garden\n15500 SE 16th St\nBellevue\, WA 98006\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/bdg-workshop-late-spring-seed-starting/
LOCATION:Bellevue Demonstration Garden\, 15500 SE 16th St.\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98007\, United States
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250607T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250607T103000
DTSTAMP:20260501T173324
CREATED:20250220T222447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T222447Z
UID:10000196-1749288600-1749292200@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Deer Resistant Gardening
DESCRIPTION:Deer Resistant Gardening. Speaker: Adam Romero\, Extension Master Gardener.\nPresentation: This talk explores the tenets and practices of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) through the lens of building a deer resistant garden. Our speaker will draw examples from his own experiences of gardening with extreme deer pressure. He will highlight the practices and plants to build and enjoy a garden alongside deer and other PNW wildlife. \nCost to register: $8.00\nRegister
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/deer-resistant-gardening/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250531T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250531T103000
DTSTAMP:20260501T173324
CREATED:20250220T221538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T221538Z
UID:10000195-1748683800-1748687400@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Rain Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Rain Gardens. Speaker: Gary Fredericks\,  Extension Master Gardener.\nPresentation: We live in an area where we either get too much rain or not enough.  If your landscape suffers from being too soggy\, WSU Extension Coordinator\, Gary Fredricks will discuss an environmentally friendly way to create a native plant oasis that soaks up the extra rainwater.  Learn where to place the garden\, how to construct it\, and what plants to consider.  \nCost to register: $8.00\nRegister
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/rain-gardens/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250517T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250517T113000
DTSTAMP:20260501T173324
CREATED:20250423T171031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T171146Z
UID:10000200-1747476000-1747481400@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:BDG Workshop: Composting - Turning Weeds and Garbage into Garden Gold
DESCRIPTION:Bellevue Demonstration Garden is again offering in-person workshops.\nThese in-person workshops will spotlight Master Gardeners who have combined knowledge\namounting to hundreds of years! Veteran and novice gardeners alike will benefit from these\npresentations derived from science-based research\, personal experience and state-of-the-art\nmethods. Workshops will consist of a 30-to-45-minute presentations in the park shelter\nfollowed by a 20-to-30-minute demonstration or hands-on experience. \nGarden Shelter at 15500 SE 16th St\, Bellevue\, WA 98007 \n\n\nTopic: Composting – Turning Weeds and Garbage into Garden Gold \nSpeaker: Fred Wemer\nDate: Saturday\, May 17\, 2025\nTime: 10:00am-11:30am\nLocation \n\n\n\n\nBellevue Demo Garden\n15500 SE 16th St\nBellevue\, WA 98006\n\n\nREGISTER\n 
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/bdg-workhop-composting-turning-weeds-and-garbage-into-garden-gold/
LOCATION:Bellevue Demonstration Garden\, 15500 SE 16th St.\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98007\, United States
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250517T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250517T103000
DTSTAMP:20260501T173324
CREATED:20250220T220123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T220123Z
UID:10000194-1747474200-1747477800@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Understanding King County Soils for Better Gardening
DESCRIPTION:Understanding King County Soils for Better Gardening. Speaker: Gary Hergert\, recent PNW transplant\, Professor Emeritus\, University of Nebraska Agronomy-Horticulture.\nPresentation: To be a successful gardener it is helpful to know the nature of the soil. This presentation will provide a focused look at soil\, with something new for everyone. Recent local geology and parent materials that created King County soils will be discussed. Major soil properties including soil texture\, soil structure\, porosity\, infiltration\, water holding capacity and soil biology will be presented. Gain a new understanding of how to manage soil tilth\, quality and health.  \nCost to register: $8.00\nRegister
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/understanding-king-county-soils-for-better-gardening/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T103000
DTSTAMP:20260501T173324
CREATED:20250220T215519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T215519Z
UID:10000193-1746264600-1746268200@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Protecting our Unsung Heros\, our Pollinators
DESCRIPTION:Protecting our Unsung Heroes\, our Pollinators. Speaker: Sue Melgaard\, Extension Master Gardener\nPresentation: For food security and survival of our plant species\, pollination is critical and needs to be a high priority. Sue will present how to create a healthy habitat for our pollinator and beneficial insects. \nCost to register: $8.00\nRegister
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/protecting-our-unsung-heros-our-pollinators/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250426T113000
DTSTAMP:20260501T173324
CREATED:20250423T170023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T170023Z
UID:10000199-1745661600-1745667000@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:BDG Workshop: Pruning for Healthy Trees
DESCRIPTION:Bellevue Demonstration Garden is again offering in-person workshops.\nThese in-person workshops will spotlight Master Gardeners who have combined knowledge\namounting to hundreds of years! Veteran and novice gardeners alike will benefit from these\npresentations derived from science-based research\, personal experience and state-of-the-art\nmethods. Workshops will consist of a 30-to-45-minute presentations in the park shelter\nfollowed by a 20-to-30-minute demonstration or hands-on experience. \nGarden Shelter at 15500 SE 16th St\, Bellevue\, WA 98007 \nTopic: Pruning for Healthy Trees\nSpeaker: Brandon Bray\nDate: Saturday\, April 26\, 2025\nTime: 10:00am-11:30am\nLocation \n\n\n\n\nBellevue Demo Garden\n15500 SE 16th St\nBellevue\, WA 98006\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/bdg-workshop-pruning-for-healthy-trees/
LOCATION:Bellevue Demonstration Garden\, 15500 SE 16th St.\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98007\, United States
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250426T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250426T103000
DTSTAMP:20260501T173324
CREATED:20250220T214956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T214956Z
UID:10000192-1745659800-1745663400@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Plant It Where the Sun Don't Shine
DESCRIPTION:Plant It Where the Sun Don’t Shine. Speaker: Greg Butler\, Garden Designer and Educator.\nPresentation: Here in the PNW\, dry shade is a common gardening challenge. Fortunately\, there are many species adapted to these conditions\, and a plethora of native and exotic plants thrive in the parched shadow of conifers\, deciduous woodlands\, and north facing walls. We’ll discuss assessing and modifying site conditions\, and then consider a wide assortment of trees\, shrubs\, perennials and ground covers that aren’t afraid of the dark. \nCost to register: $8.00\nRegister
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/plant-it-where-the-sun-dont-shine/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250412T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250412T103000
DTSTAMP:20260501T173324
CREATED:20250220T213715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T214307Z
UID:10000191-1744450200-1744453800@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Gardening with Children
DESCRIPTION:Gardening with Children. Speaker: Pauline O’Rourke\, Extension Master Gardener and Instructor “Living Lab” and “Kids in the Garden” classes  at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.\nPresentation: Bring your children and grandchildren into the garden to learn about our natural world. They will discover where our food comes from\, watch pollinators at work\, and see how worms help our soil. \nCost to register: $8.00\nRegister
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/gardening-with-children/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241214T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241214T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T173324
CREATED:20240913T164045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T172929Z
UID:10000172-1734175800-1734179400@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Garden and Nature Science for Kids with King County Master Gardeners
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the science of how things grow with Master Gardener Maggie!\nThese hour long presentations are being held at the Redmond Library on selected Saturdays from September 2024 to May 2025.\nChildren ages 7-12 (with an adult) are invited to attend. Each child will receive a kit of program materials and extension activities for science exploration at home. \nRegistration is not required and there will be materials available for a maximum of 25 children.\nNo admittance after the first 15 minutes. \n(Image by Freepik) \nCLASS SCHEDULE \n\nSeptember 14: Apples – America’s Favorite Fruit\nOctober 5: Pumpkins – Fruit or Vegetable?\nNovember 16: Plants – Key to Survival 500 Years Ago\nDecember 14: Roots – Out of Sight\, Very Important!\nJanuary 25: Gardening for our Fabulous Feathered Friends\nFebruary 22: Soil is Not a Dirty Word\nMarch 22: Marvelous Mason Bees\nApril 19: Seeds are Promises to Sprout\nMay 17: Wonderful Worms\n\nIn partnership with the Master Gardeners Foundation of King County. \nSponsored by the Friends of the Redmond Library. \nReasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email access@kcls.org at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events. \nCredit: Redmond Library Event Calendar https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/66e3372639f0865e52ccffd2
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/garden-and-nature-science-for-kids-with-king-county-master-gardeners/2024-12-14/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241116T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241116T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T173324
CREATED:20240913T164045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T172929Z
UID:10000171-1731756600-1731760200@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Garden and Nature Science for Kids with King County Master Gardeners
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the science of how things grow with Master Gardener Maggie!\nThese hour long presentations are being held at the Redmond Library on selected Saturdays from September 2024 to May 2025.\nChildren ages 7-12 (with an adult) are invited to attend. Each child will receive a kit of program materials and extension activities for science exploration at home. \nRegistration is not required and there will be materials available for a maximum of 25 children.\nNo admittance after the first 15 minutes. \n(Image by Freepik) \nCLASS SCHEDULE \n\nSeptember 14: Apples – America’s Favorite Fruit\nOctober 5: Pumpkins – Fruit or Vegetable?\nNovember 16: Plants – Key to Survival 500 Years Ago\nDecember 14: Roots – Out of Sight\, Very Important!\nJanuary 25: Gardening for our Fabulous Feathered Friends\nFebruary 22: Soil is Not a Dirty Word\nMarch 22: Marvelous Mason Bees\nApril 19: Seeds are Promises to Sprout\nMay 17: Wonderful Worms\n\nIn partnership with the Master Gardeners Foundation of King County. \nSponsored by the Friends of the Redmond Library. \nReasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email access@kcls.org at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events. \nCredit: Redmond Library Event Calendar https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/66e3372639f0865e52ccffd2
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/garden-and-nature-science-for-kids-with-king-county-master-gardeners/2024-11-16/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241026T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241026T103000
DTSTAMP:20260501T173324
CREATED:20240916T030917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T030917Z
UID:10000168-1729935000-1729938600@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Orchids for Fun
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Jim Olson\, Master Gardener.\nPresentation: 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 than you think. Learn the unique history and the unique plant tissue velamen that gives orchids their very nature. From this understanding\, you’ll learn how this influences the basic practices\, especially watering and potting media\, that will keep your orchids thriving and blooming year after year. \nRegister
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/orchids-for-fun/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241019T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241019T103000
DTSTAMP:20260501T173324
CREATED:20240916T025837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T025837Z
UID:10000167-1729330200-1729333800@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Choosing the Right Plants
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Laura Matter\, Program Director for Natural Yard Care\, Tilth Alliance.\nPresentation: When adding trees\, shrubs\, and other ornamentals to your garden\, it’s important to use the “Right Plant-Right Place” decision making process.  This workshop will teach you how to get to know your site\, create a garden plan\, choose appropriate plants\, and give them a good start with proper planting and mulching techniques. Includes a PowerPoint presentation plus free printed information for all attendees.  Suitable for any time of year\, but especially for spring or fall. \nRegister
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/choosing-the-right-plants/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241012T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241012T103000
DTSTAMP:20260501T173324
CREATED:20240916T024833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T025526Z
UID:10000166-1728725400-1728729000@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Fall and Winter Wow for Container Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Sue Goetz\, certified Horticulturist.\nPresentation: 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 that will extend the season well into winter.  Tips and techniques to stylize and create creative planters using small evergreens\, hardy perennials\, and cool weather annuals. \n  \nRegister
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/fall-and-winter-wow-for-container-gardens/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241005T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241005T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T173324
CREATED:20240913T164045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T172929Z
UID:10000170-1728127800-1728131400@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Garden and Nature Science for Kids with King County Master Gardeners
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the science of how things grow with Master Gardener Maggie!\nThese hour long presentations are being held at the Redmond Library on selected Saturdays from September 2024 to May 2025.\nChildren ages 7-12 (with an adult) are invited to attend. Each child will receive a kit of program materials and extension activities for science exploration at home. \nRegistration is not required and there will be materials available for a maximum of 25 children.\nNo admittance after the first 15 minutes. \n(Image by Freepik) \nCLASS SCHEDULE \n\nSeptember 14: Apples – America’s Favorite Fruit\nOctober 5: Pumpkins – Fruit or Vegetable?\nNovember 16: Plants – Key to Survival 500 Years Ago\nDecember 14: Roots – Out of Sight\, Very Important!\nJanuary 25: Gardening for our Fabulous Feathered Friends\nFebruary 22: Soil is Not a Dirty Word\nMarch 22: Marvelous Mason Bees\nApril 19: Seeds are Promises to Sprout\nMay 17: Wonderful Worms\n\nIn partnership with the Master Gardeners Foundation of King County. \nSponsored by the Friends of the Redmond Library. \nReasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email access@kcls.org at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events. \nCredit: Redmond Library Event Calendar https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/66e3372639f0865e52ccffd2
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/garden-and-nature-science-for-kids-with-king-county-master-gardeners/2024-10-05/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241005T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241005T103000
DTSTAMP:20260501T173324
CREATED:20240916T024217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T025429Z
UID:10000165-1728120600-1728124200@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Shrubs that Grow Well in King County
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Cleo Raulerson\, Master Gardener.\nPresentation: 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 breadth of a genus.  Some varieties are tried-and-true\, others are more unusual. \nRegister
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/shrubs-that-grow-well-in-king-county/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240928T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240928T103000
DTSTAMP:20260501T173324
CREATED:20240916T023822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T025320Z
UID:10000164-1727515800-1727519400@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Choosing Conifers for Color
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Ross Bayton\, Director\, Heronswood Garden.\nPresentation: 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 easy-to-grow and long-lived plants can form the backbone of your garden’s design. Join Heronswood Director Ross Bayton for a tour of the most colorful conifers in cultivation. \nRegister
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/choosing-conifers-for-color/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240921T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240921T103000
DTSTAMP:20260501T173324
CREATED:20240916T023317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T025200Z
UID:10000163-1726911000-1726914600@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Gardening in a Changing Climate - what to do\, and what to avoid
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Linda Chalker-Scott\, Professor WSU.\nPresentation: 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 and create more resilient gardens and landscapes. \nRegister
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/gardening-in-a-changing-climate-what-to-do-and-waht-to-avoid/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240914T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240914T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T173324
CREATED:20240913T164045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T172929Z
UID:10000169-1726313400-1726317000@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Garden and Nature Science for Kids with King County Master Gardeners
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the science of how things grow with Master Gardener Maggie!\nThese hour long presentations are being held at the Redmond Library on selected Saturdays from September 2024 to May 2025.\nChildren ages 7-12 (with an adult) are invited to attend. Each child will receive a kit of program materials and extension activities for science exploration at home. \nRegistration is not required and there will be materials available for a maximum of 25 children.\nNo admittance after the first 15 minutes. \n(Image by Freepik) \nCLASS SCHEDULE \n\nSeptember 14: Apples – America’s Favorite Fruit\nOctober 5: Pumpkins – Fruit or Vegetable?\nNovember 16: Plants – Key to Survival 500 Years Ago\nDecember 14: Roots – Out of Sight\, Very Important!\nJanuary 25: Gardening for our Fabulous Feathered Friends\nFebruary 22: Soil is Not a Dirty Word\nMarch 22: Marvelous Mason Bees\nApril 19: Seeds are Promises to Sprout\nMay 17: Wonderful Worms\n\nIn partnership with the Master Gardeners Foundation of King County. \nSponsored by the Friends of the Redmond Library. \nReasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email access@kcls.org at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events. \nCredit: Redmond Library Event Calendar https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/66e3372639f0865e52ccffd2
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/garden-and-nature-science-for-kids-with-king-county-master-gardeners/2024-09-14/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240914T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T173324
CREATED:20240902T191335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240902T191335Z
UID:10000160-1726308000-1726322400@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Bellevue Demo Garden Fall Harvest Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Bellevue Demonstration Garden’s (BDG) annual Fall Harvest Festival will\nbe held Saturday\, September 14th\, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at 15500 SE\n16th Street in Bellevue. Bring your spouse\, family\, friends and neighbors to\ncelebrate the end of our growing season! The festivities at the BDG will include\nplants for sale\, a photo-op prop\, garden art\, a “Garden Market” with used\,\ngarden-related items at deeply discounted prices\, and project displays. The\nproject displays will include a live demonstration of large leaf concrete casting\nand a how-to on casting concrete\, raised-garden panels. \nPhoto credit: Susan Zachwieja
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/bellevue-demo-garden-fall-harvest-festival/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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