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February 2022
Vegetable Garden, what to grow! (online workshop)
February 1 Noon Tuesday Vegetable Garden, what to grow! (online) WSU Master Gardener Carolyn Winchell will discuss what vegetables do well in your garden. You will learn what to plant, where to plant it, and what it takes to maintain healthy plants to get a great harvest. 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…
Find out more »Seed Starting Workshop (online workshop)
February 8 Noon Tuesday Seed Starting Workshop (online) WSU Master Gardener Alice Slusher will walk you through the steps of preparing the planting medium and planting the seeds and timing, proper lighting, and watering techniques. If you've never started your vegetables from seeds, or haven't been successful in the past, then this class is for you. 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…
Find out more »Seed Starting Workshop (in-person)
February 12 10:00 am Saturday Seed Starting Workshop (in-person) WSU Master Gardener Alice Slusher will walk you through the steps of preparing the planting medium and planting the seeds and timing, proper lighting, and watering techniques. If you've never started your vegetables from seeds, or haven't been successful in the past, then this class is for you. A demonstration on planting seeds will follow the presentation. Enrollment is limited to 30 people. (walk-ins cannot be admitted), and masks covering the mouth and nose must…
Find out more »Pruning and Care of Grapes (online workshop)
February 15 Noon Tuesday Pruning and Care of Grapes (online) WSU Master Gardener Art Fuller will explain everything you want to know about pruning grapevines and how to care for grape starts. 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 Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS, or Android: https://wsu.zoom.us/j/7756056320?pwd=RzVxbTl0dXpyUjJjSDdsWnJuTXdydz09 Meeting ID: 775 605 6320 Password:…
Find out more »Pruning and Care of Grapes (in-person)
February 19 10:00 am Saturday Pruning and Care of Grapes (in-person) WSU Master Gardener Art Fuller will explain everything you want to know about pruning grapevines and how to care for grape starts. The presentation will be followed by a demonstration showing pruning techniques. Participants will receive free starts of grape varieties Canadice and Venus. Registration is $10.00 per person. Enrollment is limited to 30 people (walk-ins cannot be admitted), and masks covering the mouth and nose must be worn at all times in the building to protect all…
Find out more »Managing Roses (online workshop)
February 22 Noon Tuesday Managing Roses (online) February is the time of year to prune roses. WSU Master Gardener Michele Thomas will demonstrate steps to prune and take care of your roses to give them a great start next year. 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 Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS,…
Find out more »Raising Mason Bees (in-person workshop)
February 26 10:00 am Saturday Raising Mason Bees (in-person) Billie Bevers, WSU Master Gardener, will discuss the skills needed for raising Mason Bees. Orchard Mason Bees are highly effective pollinators that are very non-aggressive and become active in early spring. The the2-hour class covers equipment, seasonal management, bee biology, and management of pests. Participants will receive a Mason Bee house and cocoons of hibernating Mason Bees. Enrollment is limited to 30 people. (walk-ins cannot be admitted), and masks covering the mouth and nose must be worn at all…
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Setting up a Greenhouse (online)
Setting up a Greenhouse (online) Former WSU Master Gardener Nancy Chennault will explain everything you wanted to know about the care and operation of a hobbyist greenhouse. You will learn how to get started, what to buy regarding size, temperature control, lighting and ventilation. Nancy will also talk about yard placement, supplies, what to plant and when and even some alternatives to a greenhouse. If you are interested in gardening and own a greenhouse or are thinking about building or buying…
Find out more »Composting (online)
Composting (online) WSU Master Gardener Brian Schlaefli will present how to effectively compost food wastes and garden material. 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 Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS, or Android: https://wsu.zoom.us/j/7756056320?pwd=RzVxbTl0dXpyUjJjSDdsWnJuTXdydz09 Meeting ID: 775 605 6320 Password: 12345 Phone Call: +1 253 215 8782, 775 605 6320# For help, call Gary Fredricks…
Find out more »Worm Composting “make-and-take” Workshop
March 12 10 am Worm Composting “make-and-take” Workshop On Saturday, March 12 at 10 am, join the WSU Master Gardener Art Fuller for this in-person Worm box composting workshop. Vermiculture, or worm box composting, which is a process in which red wiggler worms and microorganisms are used to convert kitchen fruit and vegetable waste (peelings, etc.) into nutrient-rich, humus - “black gold” - compost. This is an amazing fertilizer and soil conditioner that will make your garden plants healthier and…
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