I recently received an email from the folks at Metro Recycling regarding these FREE gardening events that they will be holding. Learn more about recycling, composting, weeds, and natives at these fascinating presentations.
Learn more about Portland Metro and sign up to be a pesticide-free growing space at 503-234-3000 or www.oregonmetro.gov/garden.
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Water-wise gardening
June 5, Saturday, 9 to 10:30 a.m.
Beaver Den room, Nature Park Interpretive Center, 15655 SW Millikan Way, Beaverton
Why waste the rain? Instead, put it to good use in your yard during all but the driest months with tips from The Oregonian garden writer Kym Pokorny. To register or learn more call 503-234-3000 or visit http://bit.ly/aNOeS1.
Blooms for birds, bees and butterflies
June 5, Saturday, 10 to 11 a.m.
Drake's 7 Dees – Eastside, 16519 SE Stark St., Portland
Enjoy watching birds and butterflies in your yard? Discover with local gardening expert Glen Andresen how native flowering plants in your yard can add new dimensions of beauty and benefits from birds, bees and butterflies. To register or learn more call 503-234-3000 or visit http://bit.ly/9sejyi.
Terrific turf without toxics
June 12, Saturday, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Washington County Fair Complex Demonstration Garden, 872 NE 28th Ave., Hillsboro
Want to mow less, keep your lawn looking great and protect your kids and pets from chemicals? Learn the latest techniques for safely and effectively controlling weeds, preventing pests and watering wisely with Oregon State University horticulturist Weston Miller. To register or learn more call 503-234-3000 or visit http://bit.ly/aMfAbV.
Blooms for birds, bees and butterflies
June 12, Saturday, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Blue Lake Regional Park, 21154 NE Blue Lake Road, Fairview
Enjoy watching birds and butterflies in your yard? Discover with Metro natural gardening educator Paul Sanford how native flowering plants in your yard can add new dimensions of beauty and benefits from birds, bees and butterflies. To register or learn more call 503-234-3000 or visit http://bit.ly/cuZ6VE.
Organic soils and compost
June 13, Sunday, 1 to 2 p.m.
Farmington Gardens, 21815 SW Farmington Road, Beaverton
Jump-start your garden's growth with soil improvement tips from gardening expert Glen Andresen. Learn time-tested techniques for amending, mulching, composting and protecting soil for perfect plant health. Advance registration required: Call 503-649-4568. To learn more visit http://bit.ly/aEZmSw.
Pesticide-free pest control
June 19, Saturday, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Metro's natural techniques garden, 6800 SE 57th Ave., Portland
Discover effective, nontoxic ways to tackle weeds, pests and plant diseases from Oregon State University horticulturist Weston Miller. See how a few simple steps for preventing problems early on can save a lot of work later. To register or learn more call 503-234-3000 or visit http://bit.ly/dbLqtu.
Water-wise gardening
June 20, Sunday, 1 to 2 p.m.
Buffalo Gardens, 728 NE Dekum St., Portland
Why waste the rain? Instead, put it to good use in your yard during all but the driest months with tips from local gardening expert Glen Andresen. To register call 503-234-3000. To learn more visit http://bit.ly/clmRhq.
Water-wise gardening
June 26, Saturday, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Tualatin Valley Water District, 1850 SW 170th Ave., Beaverton
Why waste the rain? Instead, put it to good use during all but the driest months with tips from local gardening expert Glen Andresen. To register or learn more call 503-234-3000 or visit http://bit.ly/9DEv3Z.
Water-wise gardening
June 26, Saturday, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Clairmont Hall, room 117, Clackamas Community College, 19600 Molalla Ave., Oregon City
Why waste the rain? Instead, put it to good use during all but the driest months with tips from celebrated garden author Linda Beutler. To register or learn more call 503-234-3000 or visit http://bit.ly/aDBXk3.
Organic soils and compost
June 27, Sunday, 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Gresham home garden; address provided with registration.
Jump-start your garden's growth with organic soil improvements. Join gardening educator Glen Andresen and renowned home gardener Kathleen Fortune in her beautiful, hand-tended landscape. Registration required: Call 503-234-3000. To learn more visit http://bit.ly/d9Fgcm.