Events
White-Headed Woodpeckers of Eastern Washington: 7 p.m. April 10, Everett Firefighters Hall, 2411 Hewitt Ave., Everett. Teresa Lorenz, a research wildlife biologist with the U.S. Forest Service, will present research findings from four years of radio-telemetry and color-banding studies at Pilchuck Audubon Society’s program meeting For more information, call 425-610-8027.
“Grasses and Grass-like Plants for the PNW”: Session by Dan Hinkley. Last class in the 2015 Snohomish County Master Gardener Foundation Annual Winter Lecture Series, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. April 10, Social Hall of the Mukilteo Presbyterian Church, 4515 84th St. SW, Mukilteo. Tickets are $20. For more, go to www.gardenlectures.com.
“Incredible Edibles, Grow Your Own”: Garden class, 10 to 11:30 a.m. April 11, Woodinville Water District, Building A, 17238 NE Woodinville-Duvall Road, Woodinville. Speaker Emily Bishton, Seattle landscape designer and environmental educator, shares how to choose a good garden site, prepare soil, maintain healthy fertility, and effective watering and maintenance practices, crop rotation and other natural pest control strategies. Free. Preregister by email at publicinfo@woodinville water.com or call 425-487-4102.
“Growing Food Gardens with Wildlife in Mind”: Discussion 7 p.m. April 15, Camano Multipurpose Center, 141 N. East Camano Dr. Lisa Taylor, author of “Your Farm in the City and the Maritime Northwest Garden Guide,” will talk about annual and perennial edible plants. The Camano Wildlife Habitat Project, sponsored by Friends of Camano Island Parks, hosts public presentations the third Wednesday of the month. For information, call 360-387-2236, visit www.camanowildlifehabitat.org or e-mail camanowildlifehabitat@gmail.com.
“How to Grow Tomatoes Successfully in the Pacific Northwest”: Session by master gardener Jeff Thomson of Edmonds, 1 p.m. April 16, Camano Country Club, 1243 Beach Drive, Camano Island. Hosted by Camano Garden Club. Open to the public for a $5; no charge for garden club members.
Gardening with Ciscoe: Noon to 1 p.m. April 22, Everett Community College, 2000 Tower St., in the Gray Wolf Hall courtyard. Ciscoe Morris will share tips and answer questions about Northwest gardening.
Plant Swap and Sale: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., April 20, Everett Community College, 2000 Tower St., Whitehorse Hall second floor. Bring plants to trade, take free plants and/or purchase window box succulents and herbs. All proceeds benefit the EvCC plant swap.
Welcome the Whales Festival: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 18, downtown Langley, featuring speaker James Sumich, author of E. robustus: The Biology and Human History of Gray Whales, in addition to children’s activities, a parade, music, and a beach celebration.
Spring Craft &Garden Show: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 11, 7th Street and State Avenue. Marysville. Crafters and gardeners. Marysville Rock and Gem Club members will have rock rough, slabs, and polished cab; minerals, fossils, tools and lapidary equipment; jewelry and beads.
Monroe Garden Club: Topic is floral designs, 12:30 p.m. April 13, Monroe United Methodist Church, 342 S. Lewis St. Potluck lunch. Donations for Sky Valley Food Bank accepted. Public invited. Call Jeannette Susor at 360-863-6160 for more information.
Create a Certified Wildlife Backyard Habitat: 2 p.m. April 18, Stanwood Library 9701 271st St. NW, Stanwood. Whether you have a balcony or 20-acre farm, you can create a garden that attracts wildlife and helps restore habitat. For more, visit www.sno-isle.org.
Beach clean: The Washington State Coast Clean-up Day is April 25. More than 50 beaches are included, from the Strait of Juan de Fuca to the Pacific Ocean. You’ll spend a few hours collecting trash. A barbecue follows. To sign up, check the website at www.coastsavers.org.
Rain Garden Walking Tour: 10 a.m. to noon April 25. Stroll seven rain gardens in north Everett. On this guided walking tour you can talk to the designers and landscapers, see which plants work well and attract birds, meet the homeowners, learn tips to plan your rain garden. Dress accordingly for outside. Brief presentation at Washington Oakes with coffee and light refreshments. Meet at Washington Oakes Retirement Community, 1717 Rockefeller Ave., Everett. For more, call Kate Riley at 425-377-7004 or email kate@snohomishcd.org. Free. For tickets, go to www.eventbrite.com/e/rain-garden-tour-registration-15999263227?aff=erellivorg.
Earth Day Festival at Greenbank Farm: April 25, featuring keynote speaker Kristin Ohlson, author of “The Soil Will Save Us,” in addition to walking tours, solar farm tours, kid’s activities, music, networking displays from local environmental groups, and an evening community dance.
Mukilteo Way Garden Club: Taking applications for $1,000 scholarship that is funded by biennial Quilt and Garden Tour. Scholarship applications and details are available at www.mwgc.org or by written request to Mukilteo Way Garden Club, PO Box 1361, Mukilteo, WA 98275. Applications must be postmarked by May 31, 2015. Quilt and Garden Tour, with seven gardens, will be help July 18 and 19. For more information, call Kathy Wisbeck at 425-870-1775.
Floretum Garden Club Offers: $1,500 scholarship to a high school graduate, a community college student, or an individual planning a career in a horticultural field. Deadline for applications is May 11. For more, email joycejohnson310@comcast.net or go to www. edmondsfloretumgardenclub.org.
Plea for plants: The Carmelite Institute in Stanwood is having their first Plant Sale on May 2 to benefit the Meditation Gardens. To donate garden plants or garden art, contact Pam Barden 360-941-4303 or email swbarden@netzero.com. The club will supply pots and will pick up donations.
Classes
Snohomish Conservation District Spring Classes: 10:30 a.m. April 18, 25 and May 2, Stanwood Country Store, Skagit Farmers Supply, Country Store, 8815 272nd St. NW., Stanwood. The first 30 people get a 5-gallon bucket. April 18: “Manure: Containing and Composting It.” Learn how to properly store and apply manure for your specific needs, simple bin designs and manure management methods. April 25: “Rainwater Cisterns for Farm and Home.” Extend your rainy season with a rainwater cistern. Reduce mud and make use of the free rain from your home, garage, and barn roofs to water your gardens, wash your tools, and keep your compost pile moist. May 2: “Livestock Fencing and Off-stream Watering.” Give your livestock and horses fresh stream water to drink while keeping it clean at the same time. Options for fencing and off-stream watering that protect your animals as well as keep streams clean and healthy. For more, visit snohomishcd.org.
Evergreen Arboretum &Gardens 2015 monthly classes: Noon to 1 p.m., 145 Alverson Blvd., Everett. “Hardy Fuchsias,” Frankie Dennison, master gardener, noon to 1 p.m. April 18. “Incorporate Perennial Edibles Into Your Landscape,” Mary Ann &Andy Sudkamp, noon to 1 p.m. May 16. Generally limited to 25 participants. RSVP at www.evergreenarboretum.com; call 425-257-8597; or email: contactus@evergreenarboretum.com.
Nursery classes
These local nurseries feature gardening classes, guest speakers and special events throughout the year, often for no charge. Check their websites or call for details.
Christianson’s Nursery and Greenhouse: 15806 Best Road, Mount Vernon; 360-466-3821; www.christiansonsnursery.com.
Falling Water Gardens: Free classes in creating and caring for a pond, 17516 Highway 203, Monroe; 360-863-1400, www.fallingwatergardens.com.
McAuliffe’s Valley Nursery: 11910 Springhetti Road, Snohomish; 360-862-1323; www.mcauliffesvalleynursery.com.
Molbak’s Garden &Home: 13625 NE 175th St., Woodinville; 425-483-5000; www.molbaks.com.
Li’l Sprout Nursery: 17414 Bothell-Everett Highway, Mill Creek; 425-482-5276; www.lilsproutnursery.com.
Pine Creek Nursery: 23225 Sofie Road, Monroe; 360-863-8866; www.pinecreeknursery.com.
Sky Nursery: 18528 Aurora Ave. N., Shoreline; 206-546-4851; www.skynursery.com.
Sunnyside Nursery: 3915 Sunnyside Blvd., Marysville; 425-334-2002; www.sunnysidenursery.net. Classes are free.
Wight’s Home &Garden: 5026 196th St. SW, Lynnwood; 425-775-3636; www.wights.com.
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