Master Gardener Foundation of Chelan-Douglas Counties

Using Occultation and Solarization to Kill Weeds and Grass
2024-09-07 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Leavenworth Fish Hatchery Pollinator Garden, 12790 Fish Hatchery Road, Leavenworth, WA, 98826, United States
It’s always desirable to get rid of unwanted weeds and grass without pesticides but
doing so can be challenging. Two methods that can be used are occultation and
solarization. In occultation or soil tarping, light is excluded from the treated area,
typically using silage tarps or black plastic. In solarization, clear plastic is used so that
the sun’s radiation can penetrate the treated area, killing the unwanted plants. In this
session, we will discuss our results using occultation and solarization at the Pollinator
Garden to remove a weedy patch of grass, as well as making a comparison of the
advantages and disadvantages of each method.
Leavenworth Fish Hatchery Pollinator Garden | Chelan & Douglas Counties | Washington State University (wsu.edu)

Garden Class Series
2024-09-11 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-09-18 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-09-25 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-10-02 18:30 - 19:30 | Celebration Lutheran Church Community Garden, 801 8th Street NE, East Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
Mark your calendar for these free gardening and food preservation classes presented by WSU Extension Chelan/Douglas County SNAP-Ed Nutrition Program & the Master Gardener Program.

Kids in the Garden: Fun for all budding botanists and their families!
2024-09-21 10:00 - 12:00 | WSU Extension Chelan/Douglas County Master Gardener Community Education Garden, 1100 N Western Ave, Wenatchee, Washington, 98801, United States
Bring the kids for this free family event with lots of fun garden-centered learning activities!
There will be crafts, puzzles, learning opportunities and junior-scientist projects. A coloring book, scavenger hunt and passport to reward kids for visiting each station will combine learning about insects into a fun adventure.

2024 Virtual WSU Extension Master Gardener Advanced Education Conference
2024-09-27 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-09-28 09:00 - 16:00
Join us virtually in 2024!
The virtual 2024 advanced education conference, “Gardening in a Changing Climate”, provides exceptional opportunities with high-quality classes and instructors. WSU Extension Master Gardeners earn continuing education hours improving their ability to teach sustainable horticulture skills across Washington. The conference features 35 live and recorded classes, focusing on research-based gardening and environmental stewardship practices, that address nine program priorities and support extension master gardener leadership skills.
The conference is open to the public.
REGISTRATION OPENS JUNE 1, 2024.
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Master Gardener Yard Sale & Plant Sale
2024-09-28 09:00 - 12:00 | WSU Extension Chelan/Douglas County Master Gardener Community Education Garden, 1100 N Western Ave, Wenatchee, Washington, 98801, United States
This yard sale is meant for gardeners! Garden art, tools, small hand tools, pots, plants and more!

Master Gardener – Fall Prep to Get Your Garden Ready for Next Spring
2024-10-05 13:00 - 15:00 | WSU Extension Chelan/Douglas County Master Gardener Community Education Garden, 1100 N Western Ave, Wenatchee, Washington, 98801, United States
Learn proper mulching, soil conditioning, and pruning that should take place in the fall.
Do your small hand tools need a sharpening? For a donation, we will sharpen them for work in your garden.

Ask a Master Gardener: FREE Plant & Insect Clinic
2025-03-24 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-03-31 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-04-07 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-04-14 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-04-21 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-04-28 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-05-05 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-05-12 13:00 - 16:00 and 2 more dates | Wenatchee Public Library, 310 Douglas Street, Wenatchee, WA, Wenatchee, Washington, 98801, United States
The WSU Master Gardeners diagnosis team specializes in identifying plant issues and pests, providing solutions to help manage problems effectively using research-based information. We also offer expert guidance to enhance your gardens and landscaping. Please bring samples or photos of your plant or insect concerns for accurate assessment.

Kickstart Your Lawn This Spring
2025-04-04 10:00 - 10:30 | WSU Extension Chelan/Douglas County Master Gardener Community Education Garden, 1100 N Western Ave, Wenatchee, Washington, 98801, United States
Get your lawn off to a great start this spring! This class will provide an overview of essential spring lawn care techniques, including tips for fertilizing, aerating, and maintaining a healthy, vibrant lawn throughout the season. Perfect for those looking to refresh their lawn care routine! 🌱✨

FREE Event

Lavender Pruning Tips
2025-04-11 10:00 - 10:20 | WSU Extension Chelan/Douglas County Master Gardener Community Education Garden, 1100 N Western Ave, Wenatchee, Washington, 98801, United States
Join this 15-20 minute pop-up session to learn how to prune your lavender for longevity and good form.

2025 Sustainable NCW Earth Day Fair
2025-04-19 10:00 - 14:00 | Wenatchee Valley College, 1300 5th Street, Wenatchee, Washington, 98801, United States
Visit us at the 2025 Sustainable NWC Earth Day Fair! Check out the WSU Extension Chelan/Douglas County Master Gardener Program booth for gardening inspiration and community fun!

How To Transplant Store-bought or Home-Grown Plants
2025-04-23 17:20 - 17:45 | WSU Extension Chelan/Douglas County Master Gardener Community Education Garden, 1100 N Western Ave, Wenatchee, Washington, 98801, United States
This is a short after-work class at the CEG. Extension Master Gardener Bonnie Orr will talk about transplanting those plant sale plants you couldn’t resist, to get your money’s worth from them, or those plants your neighbor insisted you take.

Leavenworth Community Earth Day Fair
2025-04-27 11:00 - 16:00 | Enchantment Park, 300 Enchantment Park Way, Leavenworth, Washington, 98826, United States
The Leavenworth Community Earth Day Fair features live music, food, local vendors, educational booths, and activities for all ages. Come visit our Pollinator Garden Booth during this celebration. We will be co-located with the Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery, home to our garden.

Vegetable Garden Planning Made Easy
2025-05-02 09:00 - 09:30 | WSU Extension Chelan/Douglas County Master Gardener Community Education Garden, 1100 N Western Ave, Wenatchee, Washington, 98801, United States
Learn the basics of planning your vegetable garden, from selecting crops to creating a planting schedule, in this beginner-friendly class. 🌱🍅

FREE Event

Birdfest - Magnificent Migrations
2025-05-16 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-05-17 09:30 - 11:00 | Leavenworth Fish Hatchery Pollinator Garden, 12790 Fish Hatchery Road, Leavenworth, WA, 98826, United States
Join hatchery staff in partnership with 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 Monarch butterflies.Sponsor: Wenatchee River Institute

Irrigation Insights: From Soil to Sprinklers
2025-05-17 10:00 - 12:00 | WSU Extension Chelan/Douglas County Master Gardener Community Education Garden, 1100 N Western Ave, Wenatchee, Washington, 98801, United States
Bonnie Orr will teach how understanding your soil type can improve watering effectiveness, sharing irrigation tips and techniques tailored to different soil types. Lloyd Thompson will provide guidance on selecting emitters for specific needs, along with basic repair, maintenance, and hands-on activities for drip irrigation systems.

Stop (By) and Smell the Roses
2025-06-01 10:00 - 14:00 | WSU Extension Chelan/Douglas County Master Gardener Community Education Garden, 1100 N Western Ave, Wenatchee, Washington, 98801, United States
The Community Education Garden is always open and admission is always free. The roses are best in late May and early June. A Master Gardener will be present to answer your questions on June 1, from 10:am. to 2: pm.

Jardin Educativa de la Communidad, 11 North Western Avenue, Wenatchee. Siempre abierto, siempre gratis. Las rosas estan en su punto mas bonitas entre Mayo a Junio–vengan a ober las rosas. En Junio 1, 10am to 2pm, un Master Gardener estara ahi contestando preguntas.
