Coming up . . .

Twilight In the Garden
Where better to spend a warm summer evening than surrounded by the delightful plants at one our region’s best display gardens. Join the folks at Joy Creek Nursery for the annual evening open house. Music and light refreshment.
Joy Creek Nursery; July 25th 6:00 to 9:00 pm

Hydrangeas, Beyond the Classics
If you’ve got full sun in your yard, and would love to add a hydrangea, attend this class and learn about some great options. Jerry Brown of Fischer Farms nurseries will share some new and exciting varieties of the classic hydrangea.
Al’s Garden Center – Woodburn; Saturday July 25th 10:00 am
Al’s Garden Center – Sherwood: Saturday, July 25th 1:00 pm

Succulent Container Gardens
Are you tired of high‐maintenance containers? Leah McDonald will help you discover the interesting, colorful world of succulents – many of which are hardy in our climate. Purchase your container and select your plants, and we will provide a place for you to plant them, as well as the soil and fertilizer! No charge other than your materials.
Farmington Gardens; Sunday, July 26th 1:00 pm

Harvest and Storage of Summer Crops
Your garden is growing--so now what? Come join Jolie Grindstaff as she draws on her 10 years of experience as an avid edible gardener and vegetarian cook to share tips, techniques, timing and recipes for harvesting and preserving your veggies, herbs and fruit.
Portland Nursery – Stark; Sunday, July 26th 1:00 pm

Backyard Plant Breeding
How are new plants made? Discover the secrets of plant sex and get hands-on experience with several genera with Diana Reeck, owner of Collectors Nursery. For all levels of gardening experience. (Please bring your own tweezers!)
Joy Creek Nursery; Sunday, July 26th 1:00 pm