Rose pruning demonstration

WSU Extension Chelan/Douglas County Master Gardener Community Education Garden 1100 N Western Ave, Wenatchee, Washington, United States

In this informative class, WSU Chelan/Douglas County Master Gardener Diane Lee will show you how to prune your roses for health and beauty. She will cover climbing and rambling varieties among other types of roses. You will also have time to ask your questions. Free event.

Okanogan Street Community Garden Tour for Master Gardeners

Okanogan Street Community Gardens 214 Okanogan Ave, Wenatchee, WA, United States

Dave Erickson, Director of the City of Wenatchee Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Department, will lead a tour and education session for Master Gardeners at the Okanogan Street Community Garden. During this session, he will present a history of the garden and its development. The staff will also explain the rental process and other programmatic […]

Vegetable Gardening for Beginners

WSU Extension Chelan/Douglas County Master Gardener Community Education Garden 1100 N Western Ave, Wenatchee, Washington, United States

Swiss Chard Bright Lights New to vegetable gardening or looking for a refresher? Join us for a class where Extension Master Gardeners Andy Kahn, Jan Clark, and Mark Kulaas will guide you through successfully growing your own produce.

Drought Tolerant Landscape Plants

Wenatchee Public Library 310 Douglas Street, Wenatchee, WA, United States

Free event! Extension Master Gardener Mona Kaiser will teach how to have a thriving landscape using plants suited to drought conditions.

Birdfest Magnificent Migrations

Leavenworth Fish Hatchery Pollinator Garden 12790 Fish Hatchery Road, Leavenworth, WA, United States

Join hatchery staff in partnership with the Master Gardeners. We will explore the diverse migratory species that visit our area, including fish, insects, and birds. The tour will finish at the Pollinator Garden for a discussion of its native plants and visiting pollinators, including wild bees and monarchs. Leavenworth Fish Hatchery Pollinator Garden | Chelan […]

Birdfest Magnificent Migrations

Leavenworth Fish Hatchery Pollinator Garden 12790 Fish Hatchery Road, Leavenworth, WA, United States

Join hatchery staff in partnership with the Master Gardeners. We will explore the diverse migratory species that visit our area, including fish, insects, and birds. The tour will finish at the Pollinator Garden for a discussion of its native plants and visiting pollinators, including wild bees and monarchs. Leavenworth Fish Hatchery Pollinator Garden | Chelan […]

Gardening can be dirty work: weeds and pesticides

WSU Extension Chelan/Douglas County Master Gardener Community Education Garden 1100 N Western Ave, Wenatchee, Washington, United States

Discover effective ways to manage common garden weeds using a variety of methods. Whether you’re dealing with dandelions, crabgrass, or other pesky invaders, there are strategies to keep your garden thriving. From manual removal to mulching and targeted herbicides, explore the best approaches to maintain a weed-free paradise. Pesticides play a crucial role in controlling insects, weeds, […]

Plant Diagnosis Training

Wenatchee Tree Fruit Research and Extension Center (TFREC) 1100 N Western Ave, Wenatchee, WA, United States

We are pleased to have Jenny Glass, plant diagnostician, conduct an in-person training for Master Gardener volunteers at the Wenatchee Tree Fruit Research & Extension Center. Jenny is a Diagnostician at the Washington State University (WSU) Puyallup Plant & Insect Diagnostic Laboratory. Her expertise lies in helping citizens of Washington State resolve issues related to […]

WNPS Joint Walk

Leavenworth Fish Hatchery Pollinator Garden 12790 Fish Hatchery Road, Leavenworth, WA, United States

Come visit the Pollinator Garden for a joint adventure with the Washington Native Plant   Society. The Pollinator Garden is the first Heritage Garden to make the Wall of Fame and the second certified garden in Chelan County. A garden is certified for its use of native and water-wise plants as well as cultural and natural […]

Garden Education Faire: A Free Family Event

WSU Extension Chelan/Douglas County Master Gardener Community Education Garden 1100 N Western Ave, Wenatchee, Washington, United States

Join us for a delightful and educational morning at the Community Education Garden! 🌼🌿🌱 Explore a variety of learning stations and engaging garden demonstrations throughout the garden. From tending to roses and mastering composting, to learning the art of vegetable gardening and understanding efficient irrigation systems, there’s something for everyone. And that’s not all! We’ve […]

Seed Saving

WSU Extension Chelan/Douglas County Master Gardener Community Education Garden 1100 N Western Ave, Wenatchee, Washington, United States

Saving seeds from your garden is a wise and sustainable practice. WSU Extension Master Gardener Connie Mehmel will provide valuable insights on seed preservation techniques. Free event.

Garden Ecology

Wenatchee Public Library 310 Douglas Street, Wenatchee, WA, United States

What if, instead of growing plants, gardens were meant for growing insects? In this talk by WSU Master Gardener Julie Banken, learn why insects are so important to the ecosystem and how to raise gardens that will attract and sustain them.