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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
Soos Creek Demonstration Garden
This 2- day Annual Spring Plant Sale has lots of cool-weather vegetables that were propagated on site. Find your favorites like romaine lettuce, kale, spinach, sugar snap peas and Tomato varieties that will all mature in 70 days or less. Location: Soos Creek Botanical Garden 29308 132nd Ave SE Auburn, 98092
BDG – Emerging Pests: Northern Giant Hornet, Japanese Beetles, Spotted Lantern Fly
Online via Zoom PlatformSpeaker: Cassie Cichorz, WA Dept of Ag: Pest Management Program. Presentation: This presentation will cover the pests biology, detail threats, and highlight eradication efforts. It will focus on the rapidly spreading spotted lantern fly, and newly emerged Japanese beetle. Learn how you can help detect, prevent spread and protect Washington’s resources from invasive species. Register
Soos Creek Demonstration Garden
This 2- day Annual Spring Plant Sale has lots of cool-weather vegetables that were propagated on site. Find your favorites like romaine lettuce, kale, spinach, sugar snap peas and Tomato varieties that will all mature in 70 days or less. Location: Soos Creek Botanical Garden 29308 132nd Ave SE Auburn, 98092
GG – Savoring What You Sow: Roots and Herbs
Online via Zoom PlatformA variety of root crops can be grown in Western Washington— potatoes, sweet potatoes, parsnips, beets, and so many more! Join Master Gardener Margaret MacLeod to learn about how to grow these vegetables and the herbs that enhance their flavor. Register