Supporting Whatcom County Master Gardeners since 1997.
The Master Gardener Foundation of Whatcom County is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation that works in partnership with the Whatcom County WSU Master Gardener Program. Our Foundation raises funds to support the work of Whatcom Master Gardeners as they maintain demonstration gardens and share science-based, sustainable gardening practices throughout our community.
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Our 2026 Master Gardener Plant Sales have concluded. Thank you to everyone who shopped with us and supported this year’s events. Because of your generosity, the Master Gardener Foundation of Whatcom County raised more than $45,000. These funds will support ongoing improvements at all four Whatcom Master Gardener Demonstration Gardens, expand gardening education programs, provide more healthy food to the Bellingham and Ferndale Food Banks and Lighthouse Mission, and grow gardening programs for children. Thank you again—we look forward to seeing you at our 2027 Plant Sales!
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MG Scoop Newsletter
Stay rooted in the community! The MG Scoop is your reliable source for timely, science-based gardening information specifically tailored for the local climate. Get seasonal tips, event alerts, and news on how the Master Gardener Foundation is supporting Whatcom County.
Demonstration Gardens
Whatcom County Master Gardeners maintain four Demonstration Gardens where you can view plant varieties, learn about sustainable gardening techniques, and experience history in two beautiful Whatcom County Parks.
Hovander Homestead Park Demonstration Gardens: Bring your family and enjoy the children’s garden, vegetable garden, pollinator garden, and much more at this lovely park in Ferndale. Learn more here.
Roeder Home Park Demonstration Garden: Experience this beautiful and unique urban garden at one of Bellingham’s historic landmark homes. Learn more here.
WeGrow Garden: Located in the heart of Bellingham, the WeGrow Garden demonstrates raised bed gardening and composting systems, provides youth and community educational programs, and donates over 500 pounds of produce each year to local food banks. Learn more here.
PeaceHealth St. Joseph Hospital Therapy Garden: Located at St. Joseph Hospital in Bellingham, WA, this garden is a calm refuge for individuals both receiving treatment and for those with loved ones in the hospital. Learn more here.
Plant Clinic
WSU’s Whatcom County Diagnostic Plant Clinic is a FREE service with trained Master Gardeners available to assist you in diagnosing a problem, identifying plants and garden pests, and solving most gardening challenges. Visit the WSU Extension website for more information and seasonal hours.
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Community Partners
The Whatcom Master Gardener Foundation is grateful to all the organizations that have supported our activities. Those local businesses shown below have contributed money, goods, and/or services within the last two years.
