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Fall in the Rose Garden: more fun than you think
Puyallup Public Library 324 S Meridian, Puyallup, WA, United StatesBloom 101: Gardeners Guide to growing Dahlias
Gig Harbor Demonstration Garden 10123 78th Ave NW, Gig Harbor, United StatesWho doesn’t love dahlias? This class covers how to grow healthy, vibrant dahlias – when to plant your tubers, why pinching your plants produces more blooms, and navigating common challenges. Practical advice will include watering and fertilization needs and tuber over-wintering options to set you up with the confidence to grow a garden bursting with beautiful dahlias to enjoy mid-summer into the fall.
Bulb Lasagna
Pierce County Library - University Place Branch 3609 Market Place West, University Place, WA, United StatesLayered Blooms for Months of Color. Learn how to grow mouth-watering tomatoes in our maritime PNW climate. You can do it by learning some simple helpful-hints for making the most out of our cooler & shorter growing season.
Winter Vegetable Gardening
Rainfall Ranch Rescue 4607 167th Ave NW, Lakebay, WA, United StatesDividing Perennials
Puyallup Demonstration Garden 2607 West Pioneer, Puyallup, WA, United StatesIt's that time of year.... time to divide your perennials to give you greater yields next year. Come learn the best practices for handling this gardening activity. We're having it at our Puyallup Demonstration Garden, so come listen and learn... and take a walk through the demo garden before or after the talk.
Cultivate Joy: Growing a cut flower garden
Puyallup Demonstration Garden 2607 West Pioneer, Puyallup, WA, United StatesImagine growing and harvesting your own beautiful bouquets to enjoy indoors and share with others! This program covers the foundations of a successful cut flower garden including how to select, grow and harvest flowers that thrive in our PNW summers and do well in the vase.
Winter Vegetable Gardening
Rainfall Ranch Rescue 4607 167th Ave NW, Lakebay, WA, United StatesWould you like food from your garden year-round? Winter and spring harvests are possible with some planning and preparation. Learn more about November to February gardening. Things we'll cover: cold hearty veggies; using row covers and other season extenders; winter harvesting tips; planning your winter food garden.
Buried Treasure: getting the most from your fall bulb and garlic garden
Pierce County Library - Sumner Branch 1116 Fryar Avenue, Sumner, WA, United StatesWinterize your garden
Pierce County Library - Eatonville 205 Center St W, Eatonville, WA, United StatesWinterizing your garden is a vital step in maintaining soil health and preparing for a successful spring. This presentation covers essential techniques for cleaning up garden beds, protecting perennial crops, and winterizing your vegetable garden for the off-season. We will discuss soil protection, debris management, and simple tasks to ensure your garden remains resilient through […]
Rooted in the PNW
Puyallup Demonstration Garden 2607 West Pioneer, Puyallup, WA, United StatesFall Bulb & Garlic Planting
Puyallup Public Library 324 S Meridian, Puyallup, WA, United StatesNow is the time to get your garlic and other bulbs in the ground for next year. Come to the Puyallup Public Library and find out how.