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GG – The Cool Season Menu: Peas, Hardy Greens, Carrots and More
Online via Zoom PlatformWhat do you plant when it’s finally starting to warm up? How do you know when it’s time to plant? Extension Master Gardener Anne Neilson leads you through a variety of her favorite crops to start early in the year that produce a wonderful selection of foods to enjoy. Learn about planting, growing, and enjoying […]
Board Meeting
Online via Zoom PlatformThe Master Gardener Foundation of King County holds two regular meetings: recurring Board Meetings and an Annual Meeting. Board meetings are regularly scheduled from 7:00-8:30PM the second Thursday of the month, generally via teleconference. Foundation members may attend any Board meeting as observers or by invitation. Contact Board President, president@mgfkc.org, if you would like to […]
BDG – Noxious Weeds FREE Class
Online via Zoom PlatformSpeaker: Skye Pellecci, King Conservation District Educator. Presentation: In this presentation, you can expect to dive deep on all things weeds. Are all non-native plants weeds? What is the difference between a noxious weed and an invasive plant? Learn more about how these plants work, which weeds to watch for in the PNW, and get […]
BDG – The Complete Talk on Groundcovers
Online via Zoom PlatformSpeaker: Gary Lewis, Author and Owner Phoenix Perennials. Presentation: Ground covers are widely thought of as purely utilitarian, but these plants also offer a diverse range of beautiful and intriguing options with a variety of colors, textures, and forms. They can unify a landscape and knit together plantings and hardscape. Gary will highlight tips and tricks […]
GG – Grow Kale, Broccoli, and Related Cole Crops
Online via Zoom PlatformThe Brassicas are a huge family and include horseradish, radishes, broccoli, cabbage, kale, and arugula. These cool weather vegetables are among the first planted each year, and some can be grown throughout the year. This makes Brassicas a helpful group to include in your dinner menu. In this class, Extension Master Gardener Sue Kraemer will […]
BDG – Layering for a Dynamic and Beautiful Garden
Online via Zoom PlatformSpeaker: Laura Watson, Master Gardener. Presentation: One of the most important elements of a beautiful and dynamic garden is layering. Learn how to layer a garden by staggering foreground, middle-ground, and background to create an alluring and satisfying landscape. Principals involved include repetition, scale, flow, depth, contrast, and focal points. Laura’s easy speaking style and […]
GG – Grow Tomatoes, Peppers and Other Edible Nightshades
Online via Zoom PlatformWhat does it take to be successful at growing tomatoes, peppers, tomatillos, and eggplants? Join Master Gardeners Sharon Peach and Jean Jones as they share their expertise about cultivar selection, planting, growing, and enjoying this popular plant family. Register
Board Meeting
Online via Zoom PlatformThe Master Gardener Foundation of King County holds two regular meetings: recurring Board Meetings and an Annual Meeting. Board meetings are regularly scheduled from 7:00-8:30PM the second Thursday of the month, generally via teleconference. Foundation members may attend any Board meeting as observers or by invitation. Contact Board President, president@mgfkc.org, if you would like to […]
BDG – Be the Boss of your Bare Roots and Bulbs
Online via Zoom PlatformSpeaker: Sean and Allison McManus, Owners Spoken Garden. Presentation: Don’t let bareroot plants or bulbs intimidate you this spring. Learn from Sean and Allison how to confidently handle and plant bareroot perennials like Itoh peonies, coneflowers, and more. You’ll also learn bulb planting techniques and ideas to level up your bulb game with “Lasagna” layered […]
GG – What Loves Heat!? Cucumbers, Squash, Beans and Melons
Online via Zoom PlatformLearn all about the crops that wait until the soil warms up from Master Gardeners Emilie Castle and Jim Olson. Come find out about the varieties that do best in Western Washington as well as tips for planting, growing, and harvesting. Register