Attend this free class from 3 to 4:45 p.m. April 20 to learn what to do about stinging wasps before calling a professional or appling pesticide. Entomologist Jennifer Snyder will teach attendees about physical and biological differences between common wasps. Emphasis will be placed non-chemical options and least-toxic chemicals for wasp control. Meet at Three […]
Celebrate Earth Day by joining WSU Extension Clark County Master Gardeners for a day of community service from 10 a.m. to noon April 22 at the Natural Demonstration Garden at Pacific Park, 1515 N.E. 164th Ave., Vancouver. Volunteers will see recent design updates and then work on tasks including weeding and laying down pavers. Volunteers […]
Take a free guided tour of the 78th Street Heritage Farm from 6 to 7:30 p.m. May 2 at 1919 NE 78th St. in the Hazel Dell area of Vancouver. Stroll the property with a knowledgeable docent and learn about the property's history and its role in horticulture education, agricultural research, food security and community […]
The WSU Extension Clark County Master Gardener will offer a hands-on vegetable gardening workshop from noon to 3:30 p.m. at the 78th Street Heritage Farm. Participants will learn about site selection, soil preparation, crop selection, pest and disease management and irrigation. This class is entirely outdoors. Participants should dress for the weather, wear sturdy shoes […]
Master Gardener Cindy Combs will offer a free presentation on what, when and where to buy plants from 10 a.m. to noon May 18 at the Pacific Park Demonstration Garden, 1515 N.E. 164th Ave., Vancouver. Following the 45-minute workshop, attendees will be asked to provide 45 minutes of service in the demonstration garden. The event […]
The WSU Extension Clark County Master Gardener program is offering a driving tour of regional gardens from 8:30 to 4:30 p.m. May 23. The first stop Smart Bee Pollination and La Center Gardens & Family Farm. Smart Bee Pollination’s honeybees pollinate flowers in La Center Gardens & Family Farm, growing daffodils, tulips, lilies and sunflowers. […]
Join the Pollinator Posse, a small group learning session put on by the Washington State University Extension Clark County Master Gardener program about pollinators and the plants upon which they depend. The event will give local gardeners ideas on how to start a pollinator garden from 9 to 11:30 a.m. May 25 at Luke Jensen […]
Increase the beauty and productivity of your fruit trees with a two-part, hands-on pruning class by fruit tree expert, Monica Maggio. Pruning can improve the shape, strength and fruit set of your trees and help reduce pest and disease pressure. Part One is a Zoom lecture covering general pruning theory from 6:30pm to 8:30 p.m. […]
The WSU Extension Clark County Master Gardener program is offering a driving tour of regional gardens from 8:30 to 4:30 p.m. June 26. The tour includes Rogerson Clematis Garden at Lusher Farm in West Linn, Ore. Participants will tour of the gardens and greenhouse, explore the farm and purchase plants. Lunch is a Dub's Tavern in […]
WSU Clark County Extension Master Gardeners will offer hands-on training on tomato pruning workshop from 9 to 11:30 a.m. July 13 at the 78th Street Heritage Farm, 1919 N.E. 78th St. in Hazel Dell. Students will learn which types of tomato plants need pruning and will provide instruction on when and how to prune. The […]
WSU Extension Clark County Master Gardeners will offer two hands-on workshops about growing garlic from 9 to 11 a.m. July 17 and 20 at the 78th Street Heritage Farm in Hazel Dell. Topics will include choosing which type to grow (hard neck or soft neck) and when to plant, as well as tips for fertilizing […]
WSU Extension Clark County Master Gardeners will offer two hands-on workshops about growing garlic from 9 to 11 a.m. July 17 and 20 at the 78th Street Heritage Farm in Hazel Dell. Topics will include choosing which type to grow (hard neck or soft neck) and when to plant, as well as tips for fertilizing […]
WSU Extension Clark County Master Gardener program will host an "On the Road" tour heat-loving plants from 8:45 to 4:30 p.m. July 25. The first stop is Clark Public Utilities, where Environmental Sustainability Manager Michael O’Loughlin will lead a tour of their very drought-tolerant site. The next stop is Cistus Design Nursery, specializing in international […]
Master Gardener and professional florist Jayne DiMarco will present a talk from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Aug. 16 on planning a cut flower garden. The workshop at the 78th Street Heritage Farm, 1919 N.E. 78th St. in Hazel Dell, includes details on selecting and caring for flowers appropriate for arranging and information on how to […]
WSU Extension Clark County Master Gardeners and Rose City Astronomers will host a sunspot viewing from 9 to 11 a.m. Aug. 17 at the 78th Street Heritage Farm, at the intersection of Northeast 78th Street and Northeast 19th Court in Hazel Dell. All ages are welcome. The program is geared toward kids in grades one […]
Join the WSU Extension Clark County Master Gardener program for an "On the Road" tour from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 22, featuring plants for the late summer and fall garden. The first stop is Al’s Garden Center in Woodburn, which specializes in mountain laurel, a North American shrub with bee-shaped flowers. The next […]
Master Gardener Michelle Palmateer will present a talk from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Aug. 28 on planning a cut flower garden. The workshop at the 78th Street Heritage Farm, 1919 N.E. 78th St. in Hazel Dell, includes details on selecting and caring for flowers appropriate for arranging and information on how to select flowers that […]
Join the WSU Extension Clark County Master Gardener program for an on-the-road garden tour to Hood River, 8:15 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 26. The first stop is OSU Extension Hood River County, where the Master Gardener Coordinator will discuss microclimates. The location provides a view of several areas around Hood River showing the impact […]
Attend a hands-on workshop with instruction on basic propagation techniques from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Sept 27 at the 78th Street Heritage Farm in Hazel Dell. Participants will take home two plants they propagate during the workshop. Participants may also bring plants to propagate. Class is in a greenhouse and requires standing. Bring water and […]
Join Anne Bulger for a Mason Bee Workshop from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Nov. 9 at the Camas Public Library to discover how you can host these highly beneficial and non-stinging, native bees. The presentation will cover pollination, how to be a successful mason bee host, their life cycle and yearly timetable. Attendees will […]
