Emerging from the trunk of an ash tree, an emerald ash borer is infected with Beauveria bassiana, an insect-pathogenic fungus that may prove to be a valuable biocontrol for this pest. Fungi have been assisting humanity in many ways for eons. They are essential in the decomposition process, as well as in farming, fermentation, medications and as food. Now, fungi may be able to help us control pests as a natural insecticide. Join Clallam County Master Gardener Muriel Nesbitt for…

When homeowners plan landscapes, there are so many things to think about. They must consider what materials to use, how the position of the sun affects their plants, what type of soil works best for their flowers and how much fertilizer to use in their vegetable beds. As we face an ever-changing climate, homeowners on the Olympic Peninsula should consider how their landscaping choices may affect their home’s viability in a wildfire. The Green Thumb Education Series presentation “Firewise Landscaping”…