HIGHLIGHTS FROM 2024 WASHINGTON COUNTY MASTER GARDENER PROGRAM PLUS ALTERNATIVE CROPS FOR THE PNW
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*GARDEN REFRESH – BREATHING NEW LIFE INTO OLD GARDENS
PCC Rock Creek Campus, Bldg. 7, Room 105 17705 NW Springville Rd., Portland, OR, United StatesFREE. Registration NOT required. Discover the art of garden restoration by learning techniques to revitalize old, overgrown, and neglected gardens! This course will equip you with the knowledge and skills...
*HYDRANGEA HIGHLIGHTS
Master Gardener WebinarNo genus of shrubs has undergone such a transformation as Hydrangea has over the last couple of decades. There are hydrangeas to suit any garden - learn about the new varieties and less common species of Hydrangea - mop-heads, lace-caps, paniculate and oakleaf, interspecific crosses and intersectional hybrids, hydrangeas with sun tolerance and foliage interest, and more.
*GROWING VEGETABLES IN THE WILLAMETTE VALLEY
The Gazebo, WCMGA Learning Garden at Jenkins Estate 8005 SW Grabhorn Rd, Beaverton, OR, United StatesFREE. Registration NOT required. Learn how to use raised beds and containers for the kinds of bountiful harvests you see at the Learning Garden at Jenkins Estates. Master Gardeners will...
OPEN GARDEN: INVERTEBRATES AND VERTEBRATES
PCC Rock Creek Campus, WCMGA Education Garden 17705 NW Springville Rd, Portland, OR, United StatesJoin us in the garden for hands-on activities for the whole family that celebrate invertebrates and vertebrates. Learn about pollinators, other beneficial insects, the wildlife in our garden and meet some farm animals from the PCC Rock Creek Farm. Get answers to your gardening questions from expert Master Gardeners. Free giveaways!
LEARNING GARDEN FAIR
The Gazebo, WCMGA Learning Garden at Jenkins Estate 8005 SW Grabhorn Rd, Beaverton, OR, United StatesJoin us at the Learning Garden Fair for a day of gardening inspiration and fun! Enjoy tours with Master Gardeners, hands-on activities for kids, and an insightful talk on carnivorous plants for natural pest control. Discover tips on perennials, native plants, deer resistant plants, vegetable gardening, growing fruit and herbs, wise watering, composting, pollinators, and garden design. Get answers to your gardening questions. It's a perfect event for families and garden enthusiasts alike. Don't miss this special day at the Learning Garden!
*HERBS FOR SUN AND SHADE
The Gazebo, WCMGA Learning Garden at Jenkins Estate 8005 SW Grabhorn Rd, Beaverton, OR, United StatesFREE. Registration NOT required. Join the Herb class in the Learning Garden at Jenkins Estate. Tour the Herb Spiral featuring more than 40 herbs which do well in our Northwest...
*GROWING GARLIC AND ONIONS IN THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST
Master Gardener WebinarFREE. Advanced registration required. In this presentation we will discuss soil preparation, seeding, planting, harvest, curing, and storage of garlic, onions, shallots, and leeks. *Class approved for 1 hour Continuing...
NATURE JOURNALING
The Gazebo, WCMGA Learning Garden at Jenkins Estate 8005 SW Grabhorn Rd, Beaverton, OR, United StatesFREE. Registration NOT required. Learn how to use simple prompts and materials to more deeply connect and engage with nature, truly see the world around you, and draw and write...
*GROWING NATIVE PLANTS
The Gazebo, WCMGA Learning Garden at Jenkins Estate 8005 SW Grabhorn Rd, Beaverton, OR, United StatesFREE. Registration NOT required. There is an increasing interest in growing native plants. Information will include the definition and role of native plants. What are the historical uses for native...
*PUTTING THE GARDEN TO BED
PCC Rock Creek Campus, Building 4 Room 103 17705 NW Springville Rd, Portland, OR, United StatesFREE. Registration NOT required. Fall is a great time to prepare for winter and to set up your garden for success year-round. We will share tips for landscape plants, best...
*RAINWATER HARVESTING FOR LANDSCAPE USE
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*Class approved for 1 hour Continuing Education credit for MG Perennials
*LAWN BE GONE!
PCC Rock Creek Campus, Bldg. 4, Room 103 17705 NW Springville Rd, Portland, OR, United StatesFREE. Registration NOT required. This class will cover turf removal methods and suggestions for what to plant in its place - ecolawn, waterwise plants, native plants or a pollinator garden. ...
*FORESTS IN FLUX: UNDERSTANDING TREE HEALTH, DECLINE, AND RESILIENCE IN NW OREGON
Master Gardener WebinarIn this talk, we will explore the current state of the science of forest and tree health in NW Oregon. We will discuss tree species that are in decline and the ecological, economic, and social impacts of changing forests. Then we will explore tree species that are thriving, including native species like Willamette Valley Ponderosa pine and incense cedar. Updates on pests and pathogens, including emerald ash borer and Mediterranean oak borer, will be provided. Finally, we will discuss resources and best practices for maintaining tree health.
*PLANT PROPAGATION BY HARDWOOD AND SOFTWOOD STEM CUTTINGS
PCC Rock Creek Campus, Bldg. 4, Room 104 17705 NW Springville Rd., Portland, OR, United StatesFREE. Registration NOT required. Discover the magic of plant propagation in this two-hour class! Delve into the art of softwood and hardwood cuttings, exploring techniques for their successful growth. Learn to nurture and propagate...
*BROADENING YOUR PLANT PALETTE
Master Gardener WebinarAs gardeners, we often wish for what we cannot have. Some seek help to source ingredients from their heritage, such as a spinach alternative for late summer or unique plants for a sunbaked flower bed. This presentation will give an overview of creating appropriate microclimates and extending the season using standard gardening techniques to grow tropical and subtropical edibles at home such as sweet potatoes, ginger, turmeric, and lemongrass.
*MASON BEE COCOON CLEANING WORKSHOP
PCC Rock Creek Campus, Building 4 Room 103 17705 NW Springville Rd, Portland, OR, United StatesFREE. Registration NOT required. This hands-on workshop will present why and how to extract and clean mason bee cocoons. Attendees can bring in their own nesting devices or they can...
In cooperation with the OSU Extension Service, the Washington County Master Gardener Association (WCMGA) provides relevant, research-based education and outreach to the public about horticulture and household pests. This information promotes sustainable practices that minimize risks to human health and the environment. The Washington County Master Gardener Association (WCMGA) sponsors a wide variety of gardening–related demonstrations, lectures, seminars and workshops in various Washington County Oregon locations. Most of our events are free and open to the public. The WCMGA is a 501c3 non-profit supported by hundreds of volunteers, who work to educate the public about sustainable, affordable gardening.
Oregon State University Extension Service offers educational programs, activities, and materials without discrimination based on age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran’s status. Oregon State University Extension Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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