Past Events

6/22       Noon     Solving Summer Garden Problems          Alice Slusher If you plant it, they will come!  On June 22 at noon, please join WSU Extension Master Gardener Alice Slusher, who will help you identify and manage problems that may pop up in your garden during the growing season, using the common sense and nature-friendly IPM method. Connection information A FREE 45 minute presentation will be followed by the opportunity to ask questions about the topic.  No need to register, just pop…

6/29       Noon     Summer Pruning              Art Fuller When is the best time to prune?  It depends! WSU Extension Master Gardener Art Fuller will discuss the importance of summer pruning, types of pruning cuts, and what tools to use.  You will learn the best time to prune and what pruning does for the health of a tree. Connection information A FREE 45 minute presentation will be followed by the opportunity to ask questions about the topic.  No need to register, just pop…

Dryer summers and more homes being built in heavily wooded areas increase the need to learn about ways to reduce the damage from wildfires.  WSU Master Gardener Judy Masura will explain ways to create a firewise landscape. A FREE one hour presentation will be followed by the opportunity to ask questions about the topic.  No need to register, just pop in. IMPORTANT NOTE! WSU ZOOM MEETINGS REQUIRES YOU TO HAVE A ZOOM ACCOUNT (free or paid) AND BE SIGNED IN…

July 27           Noon       Would you like to have a healthier, more attractive lawn this summer?  WSU Extension Coordinator, Gary Fredricks, will explain how the steps to maintain a healthy lawn over the summer. On Tuesdays at 12:00 pm, WSU Master Gardeners present weekly on-line free programs.  No need to register, just pop in. Connection information (YOU MUST HAVE A ZOOM ACCOUNT!–sign up for one at zoom.us), then join from   PC, Mac, Linux, iOS, or Android from this link: https://wsu.Zoom.us/j/7756056320... Meeting ID: 775 605 6320 Password: 12345…

August 3           Noon     Gardens would be easy to care for if not for weeds.  WSU Master Gardener and Cowlitz County Noxious Weed Coordinator, Jennifer Mendoza, will talk about how to identify and control the top ten weeds that are noxious bullies in your garden. On Tuesdays at 12:00 pm, WSU Master Gardeners present weekly on-line free programs.  No need to register, just pop in. Connection information (YOU MUST HAVE A ZOOM ACCOUNT!--sign up for one at zoom.us), then join…

August 10           Noon           We all appreciate our gardens and even more when it includes birds and other wildlife.  WSU Master Gardener Adam Weeks will  discuss which plants you can grow that are wildlife friendly and will attract animals to your garden. On Tuesdays at 12:00 pm, WSU Master Gardeners present weekly on-line free programs.  No need to register, just pop in. Connection information (YOU MUST HAVE A ZOOM ACCOUNT!--sign up for one at zoom.us), then join from  …

August 17           Noon               Your garden is growing well, but when is the best time to start picking vegetables?  WSU Master Gardener Art Fuller will discuss how and when to harvest vegetables for the best taste and longer shelf life.  On Tuesdays at 12:00 pm, WSU Master Gardeners present weekly on-line free programs.  No need to register, just pop in. Connection information (YOU MUST HAVE A ZOOM ACCOUNT!--sign up for one at zoom.us), then join from  …

August 24           Noon               Do you have a favorite tomato, pepper, or other veggie that you like so well you'd like to grow it again?  WSU Master Gardener Alice Slusher will explain about gathering and storing seeds for next year and beyond. On Tuesdays at 12:00 pm, WSU Master Gardeners present weekly on-line free programs.  No need to register, just pop in. Connection information (YOU MUST HAVE A ZOOM ACCOUNT!--sign up for one at zoom.us), then join from…