The Altadena, California library is asking for seed packets of Southern California native plants and/or garden seeds for their free “SEED LIBRARY”. (UPDATE: See below for the company the garden club contacted and specific seed sent to Altadena library.) Native plant seeds are preferred for native plant restoration for the native animals. But, both seed … Continue reading
Join us January 22, 2025, 1pm, when our speaker, Joan, a local Master Gardener, will teach you the science of how and why compost works, and the amazing process of how it improves your soil and feeds your plants! Joan will address the practical aspects of fitting a suitable composter into your available space … Continue reading
The “Community Garden Club of Camas Washougal’s” November meeting is ONE WEEK EARLY, Nov 20th, starting at 1pm, to avoid conflict with the Thanksgiving holiday. We will be making floral arrangements for the holidays! It will be fun! (There is NO SPEAKER for this meeting.) Following light snacks and a short business meeting, our talented … Continue reading
Did you know that the Clark Conservation District (of Clark County, Washington, USA) has a MANURE EXCHANGE? Yes, indeed! You can “share” and “receive” FREE manure via the exchange! Not only will you improve your soil and crops by adding composted, aged manure, but, those who have excess, have a free way to get rid … Continue reading
Our October 23 speaker is Melissa Brown and the topic is “Sustainable Landscaping”. “When your plants are happy and healthy your home landscape can thrive without pesticides or synthetic fertilizers as well as keep weeds at bay.” Melissa Brown, a Master Gardener volunteer from WSU Extension Clark County, will share approaches to maximize success of … Continue reading
The “Composter Recycler Program” 2024-25 fall workshops are back! Take part in free virtual and in-person sustainable living classes about composting, green cleaning, food waste prevention, low waste living and more! Workshops begin Oct. 9, 2024. Register today: http://clarkcountycomposts.org/classes…/current-offerings This is not a Garden Club series of workshops, but, we are happy to share info … Continue reading
Here is the Clark College Native Plant Center‘s LIST OF PLANTS for their sale. WHEN: Oct 3 through Oct 5, 2024, Thurs & Fri noon-6pm, Saturday 10am-2pm WHERE: Greenhouse, 1908 E. Reserve St, Vancouver, WA, United States, Washington. See MAP below. This is not a Garden Club event, but, we are happy to share … Continue reading
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