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BDG – Composting with Confidence!
Online via Zoom PlatformSpeaker: Joan Veach, Master Gardener. Presentation: Most gardeners know that composting turns kitchen scraps and garden trimmings into a rich soil amendment. This presentation will focus on how that process works, and how you can make it work for you. We will meet the primary decomposers, bacteria and other microbes. Then, you will learn how to […]
GG – All About Backyard Berries and Small Fruits
Online via Zoom PlatformMaster Gardeners Brandon Bray and Gia Parsons will guide you through what it takes to be a successful home producer of raspberries and blueberries. They will also discuss some fruits you may be surprised to find can be successfully grown in our area. Join us to learn about plant selection, planting and growing techniques, pruning, […]
BDG – Common Pests and Diseases of Rhododendrons
Online via Zoom PlatformSpeaker: Atsuko Gibson, Nursery Manager Rhododendron Species Garden. Presentation: With the record setting heat and drought during the summer season, our rhododendrons are stressed more than ever. This resulted in an increasing number of plants suffering from disease and pests. This presentation will introduce you to the common Rhododendron problems and help you manage them in […]
BDG – Weeds! Friends or Foes?
Online via Zoom PlatformSpeaker: Jim Olson, Master Gardener. Presentation: When does a plant become a weed? What circumstances favor weed growth? A whimsical look at how to identify, prevent, and control weeds. Register
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 […]