You can grow the delicious, fresh, healthy, vegetables you’ve always wanted to! From seed to harvest, through hands-on, small group classes, participants will learn about soil preparation, crop selection, pest and disease management, irrigation, and more. Emphasis is on organic methods and use of the Square Foot Garden technique. The series includes two class sessions; […]
Don’t love your home landscape? Experiencing eyesores from adjacent properties? Not sure how to incorporate new features? If so, then this 90 minute presentation is for you. The presenter will share simple effective techniques, using hands-on exercises that will help homeowners to identify landscape features they like, those which they don’t and help you to […]
You know that strip between your sidewalk and the street that you can never figure out what to do with? Why not put it to use growing delicious vegetables your family can enjoy?! Join Master Gardener Laura Heldreth for a workshop on the process of transforming your parking strip into a vegetable garden; how to […]
Having a beautiful, healthy garden begins with a great design and thoughtful preparation. Come along as we begin our spring planning at Shorty’s Garden Center. Award-Winning Landscape Designer, Vanessa Nagel, will present the Basics of Garden Planning necessary to increase both gardening success and enjoyment. After browsing the nursery (and picking up goodies along the […]
The mason bee — our gentle friend and incredible pollinator. Most likely you have these busy native bees in your own yard; you just haven’t met them yet. Join Master Gardener Vione Graham for an introductory workshop on mason bees. The presentation will cover their role in pollination, their life cycle and habitats and how […]
Have you ever wanted to learn how to create your own oasis garden in the shade? Master Gardener Laura Heldreth will take you through the steps that she used to create her own oasis under mature Douglas fir trees. She’ll cover everything from light conditions, mulch, organic fertilizing methods, researching plant additions to her favorite […]
It’s that time of year when faithful lovers of Holland America make their pilgrimage and pay homage to the beauty and diversity of the remarkable tulip, so we start our […]
Would you like to know the difference between a wasp that might sting and those that are unable or unlikely to sting? How about do-it-yourself wasp management options that help you reduce the risk of being stung while also minimizing impact on the environment? Attend this workshop to learn more about what you can do […]
Would you like to learn how to prune your ornamental plants so they keep their natural shape instead of looking like tight balls or boxes? Want to learn when to prune for maximum flowering and good health? Allen Wilson writer of a weekly garden column in The Columbian newspaper will demonstrate the types of pruning […]
At Dennis’ 7 Dees we will celebrate their new facility by receiving instruction on vertical gardening from Nicole Forbes. Vertical gardening is an excellent answer to small spaces. Hughes Water Gardens is a leader in water gardening since 1982. Join us as we learn about gardening in both water and containers. Design, construction and general […]
You know that strip between your sidewalk and the street that you can never figure out what to do with? Why not put it to use growing delicious vegetables your family can enjoy?! Join Master Gardener Laura Heldreth for a workshop on the process of transforming your parking strip into a vegetable garden; how to […]
Are you looking to add plants to your landscape that may provide beneficial features for both you and the environment? Fresh, homegrown herbs are easy to grow and an economical way to add a little gourmet to your everyday. Many popular herb varieties thrive with low water needs and have flowers that are attractive to […]
Increase the beauty and productivity of your fruit trees with this informative, hands-on pruning class by Monica Maggio. Timely pruning can improve the shape, strength, and fruit set of your trees, while simultaneously helping to reduce pest and disease pressure. The morning lecture includes general pruning theory. After a brown bag lunch, the class moves […]
Tomato Pruning Workshop
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There are literally thousands of plants you can propagate at home; all it takes are a few materials and a little technique. Looking for a cost-effective way to fill your garden? Have an heirloom plant you’d like to “make more of” and to share with family or friends? Plant propagation may be the answer!
Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop with instruction on basic propagation techniques. Saturday, Sept. 28 from 10 to 11:30 am. Location: Provided upon registration (Hazel Dell/Vancouver).
Participants will take home two plants they propagate during the workshop. The class takes place in a greenhouse and requires standing. Bring water and wear comfortable shoes. Registration Required: No admission without advance registration at http://bpt.me/4295396.
Learn to grow plants from cuttings and divisions.
Love juicy, sweet just-picked blueberries from your own bushes? Not sure how to keep them performing at their best? Join Master Gardeners for a workshop on blueberry pruning. We’ll view a couple of short videos on blueberry pruning basics: when to prune, choosing which canes to cut, and where to cut them. We’ll discuss tools, […]
Growing Vegetables in Small Slaces Workshop - March 3. From Asparagus to Zucchini, vegetables are delicious, nutritious and fun to grow. Surprisingly, or maybe not so surprisingly, each type of vegetable has its own peculiar preferences about soil, light, water and season. Join Joan Veach as she shares insight into growing a variety of vegetables […]
Adaptive Gardening Workshop - March 7. Adaptive gardening involves making small modifications to accommodate a gardener’s physical challenges and any barriers to enjoying gardening. This presentation explains how to use different types of exercises to prevent injury, body mechanics and joint preservation to help you safely garden. The presenters will bring examples of adaptive and […]
We begin our 2020 tour season with a visit to Dennis’ 7 Dees newest retail store in Bridgeport Village Shopping Center. The focus is on houseplants at this urban plant, gift and design shop. The dynamic Nicole Forbes will inspire us with ideas on the use of greenery and plants for inside the home. Next […]