Unless otherwise stated, events are free. Calendar contributions should be sent to [email protected] at least three weeks in advance.
PERMANENT
Water-Friendly Garden Series and Wildlife: (online with the possibility of in-person screenings) noon until one o’clock. Thursdays till March 6. With a focus on climate resilience and the effects of climate change on wildlife, the Clackamas Community College Environmental Learning Center is holding free weekly courses with specialists from the industry that will cover water quality and wildlife gardening.ELC Gardens2025 (bit.ly).
Metro Parks and Nature Winter 2025: March 15 at a variety of times and places. This winter, get in touch with nature by volunteering in your community, learning more about wildlife, or taking up a new activity. Registering for a guided lesson, walk, stewardship activity, or hands-on experience at a Metro park or natural area is open to individuals, families, and groups. Registration is free to $6. 503-220-2782; oregonmetro.gov/GuidedActivities; oregonmetro.gov/calendar
Every month on the first Wednesday and the third Sunday, you can go for a walk with a friend at Tualatin Hills Nature Park at 9 a.m. Learn about the park’s history, flora, and fauna by going on a guided walk. 15655 S.W. Millikan Way, Beaverton; Tualatin Hills Nature Park; thprd.org.
Free webinars offered by the East Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District:Learn how to manage land for the benefit of people, water, and wildlife. These workshops will help you save time, money, and energy on everything from biochar to stormwater solutions to water conservation. Atemswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops is the registration page.
The Happy Valley Garden Club meets every month on the second Tuesday from 9 a.m. to noon. 14095 S.E. King Road, Happy Valley is home to Happy Valley Baptist Church.
Every Season’s Ikebana: the second Tuesday of each month, from 1-3 p.m. Learn the fundamental ideas, methods, tools, supplies, and maintenance of ikebana. Instruction, plant material, and practice pots are all included for $50. The Resource Center, Gresham; GreshamJapaneseGarden.org; 219 S. Main Ave.
Monthly meeting of the Portland Dahlia Society: second Tuesday of February through November, 7 p.m. Participate in a conversation about seasonal subjects. 7805 S.E. Oaks Park Way; portlanddahlia.com; Oaks Park Dance Pavilion.
The Oregon Fuchsia Society meets every month on the third Tuesday at 7 p.m. Oregonfuchsiasociety.com; Western Seminary (Bueermann Hall), 5511 S.E. Hawthorne Blvd.
The Estacada Garden Club meets every month on the second Thursday from 1-3 p.m. Estacada Public Library, Wade Street, 825 N.W.
Bonsai Art: Third Thursday and third Saturday of each month, 1-3 p.m. Mark Vossbrink, your instructor, will walk you through the process of making a bonsai project. Instruction, plant, container, soil, and all materials are included for $40. The Resource Center, Gresham; GreshamJapaneseGarden.org; 219 S. Main Ave.
FEB. 1, SATURDAY
Garden Gab: Fruit tree pruning is scheduled for February 1 from 10 to 11 a.m. in Woodburn and Sherwood and February 8 from 10 to 11 a.m. in Gresham and Wilsonville. Take part in a practical workshop with Bartlett tree specialists, discover the keys to effective pruning, and get direction on crucial methods.Garden Center Als.com.
Techniques for Espalier Pruning: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. To preserve structure and increase harvest, learn pruning tips, methods, and procedures for espaliered fruit trees. The Home Orchard Education Center Community Orchard, 19600 Molalla Ave., Oregon City; email [email protected]; registration necessary; sliding scale starts at $40.
Tuesday, February 4th
Pruning Apples and Pears: February 4 and 8, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. In this practical class, you will learn how to prune apple and pear trees in the winter. The Home Orchard Education Center Community Orchard, 19600 Molalla Ave., Oregon City; email [email protected]; registration necessary; sliding scale starts at $40.
Learning to Develop (Again): Paying attention, observing, and making plans(online through Zoom) 7-8 p.m. In her first year as the OSU Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Program’s statewide program manager, Dr. Leslie Madsen will discuss her learnings and how they are influencing the program’s goals and strategies. Visit Washington County Master Gardeners.org to register.
Thursday, February 6.
Conifers Basics: (online via Zoom) 6–8 p.m. Identification, growth patterns, pruning methods, and other conifer fundamentals will be covered by instructor Maryann Lewis. Gresham Japanese Garden, $30.
Friday, February 7.
Workshop on Fruit Tree Pruning: (online via Zoom) Hazel Dell, Washington, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on February 7 and from noon to 2:00 p.m. on February 8. With this two-part, practical pruning lesson led by fruit tree specialist Monica Maggio, you can improve the aesthetics and yield of your fruit trees. You can register at ateventbrite.com, visitextension.wsu.edu, phone 564-397-5738, or send an email to Erika.d. [email protected]. The cost is $50 for both or $20 for the Zoom session alone.
February 8th, Saturday
Blueberry Maintenance: 10 a.m. to noon. Discover how to plant, fertilize, choose, and take care of blueberries, including how to prune them. PCC Rock Creek, 17705 N.W. Springville Road, Room 105, Building 7, Washington County Master Gardeners.org.
Workshop for Willow Tray Weaving: 6–9 p.m. Create your own harvested woven willow weave tray with practical instruction. $150; hedgerowherbco.com; Hedgerow Herb Co., 811 E. Burnside St., Suite 116.
Sunday, February 9.
10 a.m. to noon: pruning conifers in the garden. Discover methods and approaches that may be applied to any garden style by looking at the different little conifers found on and around Tsuru Island. $45; Gresham Japanese Garden; GreshamJapaneseGarden.org; 219 S. Main Ave., Gresham.
Terrarium Workshop: Create Your Own Terrarium and Develop Your Calm:10:30 to 11:30 on February 9 and 16. Learn how to create your own low-maintenance mini-ecosystem by participating in an imaginative project. $40; www.als-gardencenter.com; Al’s Garden & Home (all locations).
Saturday, February 15
Perennial pruning: 10 a.m. to noon. Come discuss and watch pruning demonstrations of several landscaping perennials with the Washington County Master Gardener Association. WCMGA Learning Garden, Washington County Master Gardeners, Jenkins Estate, 8005 S.W. Grabhorn Road, Beaverton.
Grape and Kiwi Pruning: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Proper winter pruning methods unique to cultivating kiwi and grape vines in the Pacific Northwest will be taught in this practical course. The Home Orchard Education Center Community Orchard, 19600 Molalla Ave., Oregon City; email [email protected]; registration necessary; sliding scale starts at $40.
Friday, February 21st
Journey of the Plant Spirit: Mugwort: 6:30 p.m. Participate in a plant sit to discover useful applications for seasonal species. Hedgerow Herb Company, 811 E. Burnside St., Suite 116; hedgerowherbco.com; starting at $25.
Saturday, February 22
10 a.m. to noon is when Mason Bees are raised. Take a seminar with mason bee specialist Ron Spendal that focuses on the demands of the environment, nesting habits, and housing devices that mason bees find appealing. PCC Rock Creek, 17705 N.W. Springville Road, Building 4, Room 103; Washington County Master Gardeners.org.
Restoration of Fruit Trees: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Discover the winter trimming methods used for trees that are overgrown, too large for their area, or have been ignored for many years. The Home Orchard Education Center Community Orchard, 19600 Molalla Ave., Oregon City; email [email protected]; registration necessary; sliding scale starts at $40.
March 2, Sunday
Spring Native Plant Sale: Sparrowhawk’s spring season online ordering is now open.nativeplants.com/sparrowhawk.
Thursday, March 6.
The Aesthetic Pruning Approach: An Overview (online via Zoom) 6–8 p.m. Using the aesthetic pruning approach to trees and shrubs, instructor Maryann Lewis will go over how to evaluate plant material, determine their function, and create a pruning strategy to meet your objectives. Gresham Japanese Garden, $30.
MARCH 7, FRIDAY
Home & Garden Show in Lane County: noon to nine o’clock. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on March 7. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on March 8. March 9. Discover, browse, and contrast over 300 booths with professionals and brand-new goods and services for yards, gardens, and homes. Lane Events Center, 796 W. 13th Ave., Eugene; EugeneHomeShow.com; $5 or free with three food cans.
March 8, a Saturday
Pruning Blueberries: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 8 and March 15. With hands-on practice and guided teaching, discover the best ways to prune blueberry plants. The Home Orchard Education Center Community Orchard, 19600 Molalla Ave., Oregon City; email [email protected]; registration necessary; sliding scale starts at $40.
FRIDAY, MARCH 21
Plant Spirit Journey:6:30 p.m. Take part in a plant sit and learn about practical uses of seasonal species. From $25; Hedgerow Herb Co., 811 E. Burnside St., Suite 116;hedgerowherbco.com.
SATURDAY, MARCH 29
Yamhill County Master Gardeners and OSU Spring into Gardening:8:45 a.m.-4 p.m. Sign up for gardening classes on flowers, healthy gardens and climate resilience, talk to garden experts, enter the annual raffle and more. $40, add lunch for $17; Linfield University, Keck Science Center, 356 Linfield Ave., McMinnville; register atYCMGA.org.
SATURDAY, MAY 3
Gardenfest 2025:PCC Rock Creek, 17705 N.W. Springville Road.
Spring Candling of Pines:Instructor Laura Dufala will candle, needle and prune pines while discussing the whys and hows of the process. $45; Gresham Japanese Garden, 219 S. Main Ave., Gresham;GreshamJapaneseGarden.org.
SATURDAY, JUNE 7
Propagating Broadleaf Shrubs:1-3 p.m. Learn how to successfully propagate deciduous and evergreen plants and other suitable woody plants from cuttings. Instructor Norm Jacobs will explain plant physiology as it pertains to propagation, selection of containers and soil mixes, and the role of rooting compounds. $55 includes all materials; The Resource Center, 219 S. Main Ave., Gresham;GreshamJapaneseGarden.org.
— Corey Sheldon
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