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Preserving the Harvest
St. Andrews Episcopal Church 510 E. Park Avenue, Port Angeles, WA, United StatesDanielle Carson Preserving food grown at home, in season, has long been a practice of food security and community. As gardeners, farmers and homesteaders, the abundance we harvest in the summer can last us through the winter months if we have the skills, materials and space for preserving food. Join Washington State University Extension Program […]
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Insect Identification
St. Andrews Episcopal Church 510 E. Park Avenue, Port Angeles, WA, United StatesLaurel Moulton Wait, don’t squash that bug! Garden insects play an important part in your garden’s ecosystem, and it pays to ponder the fate of insects in your garden because they may be beneficial to your green spaces. Find out more about the littlest creatures in your garden! Join WSU Clallam County Extension Regional Horticulture […]
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The History of Chocolate
Featured Green Thumb lecture seriesSt. Andrews Episcopal Church 510 E. Park Avenue, Port Angeles, WA, United StatesMargery Whites Whether it’s mixed in your favorite coffee drink, on your ice cream sundae or straight out of the wrapper, just about everyone enjoys the smooth, creamy taste of chocolate. But the confection we know and love had a long, interesting and delicious evolution. Find out how this ground and roasted “food of the […]
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Berry-licious Selecting Berries for Your Home Garden
Meeting Rooms at Vern Burton Community Center 308 E. 4th Street, Port Angeles, WA, United StatesJeanette Stehr-Green MG Berries are a great addition to any garden. Selecting the right berry type and variety for both your family and garden setting, however, is critical for success. Learn how to select blueberries, strawberries, raspberries and blackberries for your home garden! Join veteran Clallam County Master Gardener Jeanette Stehr-Green for the Green Thumb […]
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Love Your Soil
Meeting Rooms at Vern Burton Community Center 308 E. 4th Street, Port Angeles, WA, United StatesDave Eberle, Master Gardener Just in time for Valentine’s Day, learn about the harmonious, vibrant pillars of soil health to achieve vigorous, resilient gardens! Join veteran Clallam County Master Gardener Dave Eberle for the Green Thumb Education Series presentation “Love Your Soil,” During this presentation, Dave will: Dave is the Co-Lead Master Gardener of the […]
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Biology and Backyard Care of Blue Orchard Mason Bees: Part 1
Meeting Rooms at Vern Burton Community Center 308 E. 4th Street, Port Angeles, WA, United StatesShelly Deisch, Master Gardener Why invite blue orchard mason bees into your garden? These hard-working bees are native to our area, rarely sting you, and pack a powerful pollinating punch for your garden. Find out how these gentle bees can help your garden grow. Join Clallam County Master Gardener Shelly Deisch for the Green Thumb […]
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Keep Pests at Bay the Green Way
Meeting Rooms at Vern Burton Community Center 308 E. 4th Street, Port Angeles, WA, United StatesLaurel Moulton, MG &CC Extension Regional Horticulture Specialist Is there a greener way to manage pests and diseases in your garden? Integrated Pest Management (IPM) can help keep pests in check by reducing sources of food, water and shelter and only using least-toxic pesticides when necessary. Find out how IPM can work for you! Join […]
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All About Houseplants: Selection Care and Propagation
Meeting Rooms at Vern Burton Community Center 308 E. 4th Street, Port Angeles, WA, United StatesJeanette Stehr-Green MG Houseplants add color to your home, enhance its décor and, as some studies suggest, can even help make you healthier. Find out how fun, beautiful and beneficial houseplants can be! Join Clallam County Master Gardener Jeanette Stehr-Green for a special two-hour evening Green Thumb Education Series presentation, “All About Houseplants: Selection, Care […]
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Native Plants for Home Landscaping
Meeting Rooms at Vern Burton Community Center 308 E. 4th Street, Port Angeles, WA, United StatesBiologist and local nursery owner, Dave Allen Whether you're replacing a lawn or simply filling a vacant flower bed, introducing native species into your home garden yields many rewards for both the gardener and nature. Find out how you can design your green spaces with native plants to create beautiful landscapes that help local wildlife […]
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Winter Care of Blue Orchard Mason Bee Cocoons: Part 2
Meeting Rooms at Vern Burton Community Center 308 E. 4th Street, Port Angeles, WA, United StatesShelly Deisch Master Gardener Mason bee nesting season is over, and October is the perfect time to take care of their cocoons to get them ready to over-winter. Get the info you need on how to take care of these precious pollinators this fall! Join Clallam County Master Gardener Shelly Deisch for the Green Thumb […]
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