Coming up . . .

Ground Cover Solutions
Megan of Little Prince of Oregon Nursery will discuss Stepables and other ground covers to help prevent weeds and erosion, create a low-maintenance landscape, and benefit wildlife. They also work well in container plantings and borders.
Dennis’ Seven Dees - SE Powell; Saturday, June 27th 10:00 to 11:00 am.

Water Conservation in the Garden
Learn about different methods to save on both money and resources in the garden with John Hartog of the Community Energy Project. He will discuss methods such as using mulch, installing drip irrigation, and planting drought tolerant plants. Make a difference in your yard and your water bill.
Portland Nursery – Stark St; Saturday, June 27th, 1:00 pm

Water-Wise Gardens
Summer heat is coming. Get some water conservation tips from the Regional Water Providers Consortium. You can also pick up a free copy of the Willamette Valley Water Efficient Plant Guide, a Watering Gauge Kit, and other materials to help you save water in your landscape.
Al’s Garden Center – Sherwood; Saturday, June 27th, 10:00 am to 2:00pm.

Tried and True Perennials
Landscape designer Sue Barr will discuss some tried and true perennials that are easy to grow, beautiful, and can take whatever the weather is likely to throw at them.
Al’s Garden Center – Woodburn; Saturday, June 27th, 10:00 am.

Simplify Your Garden
What a treat! Local author, Barbara Blossom Ashmun, will tell how to simplify the garden, by planting lower-maintenance shrubs and weeding out the fussier plants. Barbara will also read from her newly-released story, The Garden Saved My Life. After the talk, Barbara will be available to autograph copies of her book, Married to My Garden.
Al’s Garden Center – Sherwood; Saturday, June 27th, 10:00 am.

Building a Raised Bed
Come listen to in-house “handy man” Bill Wilder as he shows you how to easily build a raised bed and planters for gardening in almost any part of your yard. You can also tap Bill’s experience building trellises, arbors and cold frames.
Portland Nursery – Stark St; Sunday, June 28th, 1:00 pm.

Ground Covers
Ramona Wulzen has a passion for ground covers and container gardening. She can help you find plants that will enhance problem areas in your garden and learn how to keep them looking good, whether in dry shade under evergreens or in a sunny hot spot that gets little water.
Joy Creek Nursery; Sunday, June 28th, 1:00 pm.

Opportunities for Gardening Kids

Hooked on Hummingbirds
Find out more about this amazing little bird and how to attract it to your yard. Each child will leave with something to help invite hummingbirds to their home.
Al’s Garden Center – Gresham; Saturday June 27th, 11:00 am. Registration is required. 503 491 0771