Speaker: Sarah Richards, Founder, Lavender Wind Farm. The Pacific Northwest is known for its impressive lavender farms and favorable growing conditions. Sarah will share best practices for lavender cultivation, pruning, and propagation – as well as … [Read more...] about Success with Growing Lavender
Preparing Soils for Hot, Dry Years
Speaker: Linda Chalker-Scott, WSU Associate Professor of Horticulture. Landscape trees and shrubs can be an expensive investment, in both money and time. Yet many woody plants die within a few years of installation. Linda will explore why so many … [Read more...] about Preparing Soils for Hot, Dry Years
Worms and Composting
Do you scrape plates into the garbage? Toss out vegetable scraps, also? It’s not a good thing for our landfills AND you are throwing away valuable soil building materials! Whether you have been thinking about a compost bin or becoming a Worm … [Read more...] about Worms and Composting
Invasive Snail and Slug Virtual Workshop
Don’t miss the 2023 Invasive Snail and Slug Virtual Workshop that will provide a deep dive into the world of terrestrial pest mollusks of concern. The workshop is hosted by the Washington Invasive Species Council and is funded by the U.S. Department … [Read more...] about Invasive Snail and Slug Virtual Workshop
Planning and Prepping Your Spring and Summer Garden
Gardens come in many types, shapes, and sizes. Learn how to get your garden ready for a new season and a bountiful harvest. Join Whatcom County Master Gardener Chantell Bertollini for an overview of: Join our monthly mailing list for info on … [Read more...] about Planning and Prepping Your Spring and Summer Garden
Self Service Hovander Plant Sale
Save the date! Self service table with donation box available at the shed at Hovander Park starting 6/10/23. First come, first served. Sale ends when the plants are sold out! More details to come! … [Read more...] about Self Service Hovander Plant Sale