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Plant & Insect Clinic

The WSU Master Gardeners diagnosis team identifies plant problems and plant pests and recommends solutions to manage them, as well as our gardens and landscaping.

Contact us:

In 2026, we offer diagnosis services various times weekly.  Please bring samples and/or photos of your plant or insect problem.

In-Person: seasonally:

  • Monday from 1-4 pm at the Wenatchee Public Library, 310 Douglas St. in Wenatchee, February 23 through early October 2026.
  • Third Saturday events in the Community Education Garden, 1100 North Western Avenue in Wenatchee, WA. In 2026: May 16, June 20, July 18, August 15, September 19.

Email: Year-round, email your gardening questions to askamastergardener@chelandouglasmg.org [copy and paste this email address into your email message]. Please use the following guidelines:

  • in the subject line, state your topic, such as insect on kale, rose bush turned black this winter, lawn turning brown
  • state your question concisely
  • include the plant name, age, growing conditions, and symptoms, and include as much information about the plant as possible
  • some questions are more complex than others and are better addressed in a discussion and with a sample of the plant. We may recommend you call or visit us during clinic hours.
  • include your telephone number so we may contact you

Telephone: Call the Extension office at 509-667-6540. Staff will take your message and telephone number, and we will call you back during clinic hours.