EVENTS
Red Rooster Route Days: Through September at locations around Snohomish County. Visit farms, berry and organic vegetable picking, farm animals, pioneer’s museum tour and prizes. More at www.redroosterroute.com.
“Groundwater and Camano Island Aquifers”: 6 to 8 p.m. July 29, Camano Center, 606 Arrowhead Road, Camano Island. Snohomish Conservation District will co-host a presentation on Camano Island’s aquifers by Doug Kelly, Island County hydrogeologist. Island County staff will present their findings on the water quality of the Triangle Cove watershed. Local conservation groups such as WSU Shore Stewards will be available to talk about volunteer opportunities on Camano. Call Kathryn at 425-377-7024 for more information. The event is free; register at http://camanowater.eventbrite.com.
Evergreen Arboretum workshops: July through September monthly gardening classes will be held at Sunnyside Nursery, 3915 Sunnyside Blvd., Marysville, instead of at the arboretum due to mitigation work at Evergreen Arboretum &Legion Park. Classes are noon to 1 p.m. More details at www.evergreenarboretum.com. Aug. 15, Create winter interest in your garden: Marti Civarra, Leaf Lessons owner and landscape designer. Wish your garden was beautiful in the winter months? Come and explore the world of plants, both evergreen and deciduous, that provide fabulous color to brighten those dreary, rainy winter days. Sept. 19, Winter containers: Sandy Milam, Kayak Greens container designer. Learn tips and tricks to create eye-catching containers that will provide colorful displays throughout the winter months. Oct. 17, Tool sharpening and care: Dave Whitesell, master gardener. Learn how to properly sharpen and care for your tools to help them last and perform longer. Nov. 14, Attracting birds to your landscape: Pilchuck Audubon Society. Learn fun ways to attract local bird life to your own backyard. Dec. 5, Giftmaking workshop for kids: Hap Wertheimer. Projects for children ages 6 through 10. Parents are encouraged to participate. Limited to 15 people.
TOURS
Snohomish Garden Tour: noon to 5 p.m. July 26.Tour urban gardens in and around historic Snohomish. Proceeds fund community projects including grants, scholarships and the hanging flower baskets in downtown Snohomish. Buy tickets at www.snohomishgardenclub.com, local merchants and on tour day at Snohomish Senior Center, 506 4th St., starting at 10:30 a.m. Tickets $12. Children under 13 are free.
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.
Evergreen Arboretum: July through September monthly gardening classes will be held at Sunnyside Nursery, 3915 Sunnyside Blvd., Marysville, noon to 1 p.m. instead of at the arboretum. Call 425-257-8597.
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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