• Treekeepers of Washington County programs
• Cedar Mill Garden Club
• Washington County Extension Service Master Gardeners
• Beaverton Garden Club plant sale

Treekeepers of Washington County programs

We work to protect and advocate for trees in urban unincorporated Washington County. Don’t miss our upcoming events! All events are free. Visit the Treekeepers website to learn more.

Webinar: Trees as green infrastructure

Wednesday, May 6, 6:30-8 pm, online via Zoom

Changes in land use and urban development affect watershed hydrology and tree canopy. Natural area protections, green stormwater infrastructure, and stream corridor enhancements help offset development impacts and protect local waterways. Elle Worrlein and Lindsey Obermiller, both with Clean Water Services (CWS), will join us to discuss urban stormwater management and vegetated corridor protections. Registration is required to attend.

Tree Walk: Hoyt arboretum

Thursday, May 7, 10-noon, Hoyt Arboretum

Join Sue Rosenbaum to experience spring blooms around Hoyt Arboretum. We’ll start at the Visitor Center with a little background on the Arboretum and its mission, then walk through the oaks and beeches before arriving at our nationally recognized magnolia collection. After spending some time among the magnolias, we’ll explore the flowering plants of the Rosaceae family and finish with a visit to the viewpoint for a glimpse of Mt. St. Helens and then return to the visitor center. Register now as space is limited.

Tree Walk: Summerlake Park

Saturday, May 9, 1-3 pm, Summerlake Park

Summerlake Park is home to songbirds, ducks, and other aquatic animals. There is a beautiful Rhododendron garden and shaded, wooded areas. Join Liz Saufley on this one mile paved trail as she highlights amenities for adults and children. We’ll be moving at a “botanical pace,” meaning we will probably walk slowly and stop often to fully enjoy our surroundings. Register for the walk here.

Cedar Mill Garden Club

This season you won’t find the Cedar Mill Garden Club meeting indoors at the Beaverton Library. From May until fall, we will be out and about enjoying tours, taking trips to nurseries and local gardens, attending plant sales, and maintaining our pollinator plot at Leedy Grange. Anyone interested in gardening, whether experienced or a beginner, is welcome to join us. For more information, please contact Cathy Ramsey at cathyramsey308@gmail.com or 503-866-4222.

Washington County Extension Service Master Gardeners

Growing Gardens—Growing Community Health & Wellness

Tuesday, May 5, 7-8 pm, Registration Required

Presented by Jason Skipton (Master Gardener, Masters of Public Health OSU, Peace Corps Volunteer). Jason’s 20-year history of working world-wide supporting the creation of community food service systems informs this presentation. For the past 10 years, he has been the Executive Director of Growing Gardens.

Jason will tell us about the current work of Growing Gardens—a local nonprofit building connected food systems across the state of Oregon. They achieve their goals at building the next generation of food system leaders through three programs: Home Gardens—where they support families for three years to become life-long food producers, Youth Grow with 10 Title 1 elementary schools, and in 14 correctional facilities providing hands-on garden education and vegetable production opportunities. Class approved for one hour continuing education credit for MG Perennials.

Growing native plants

Saturday, May 30, 10-noon, Learning Garden, 8005 SW Grabhorn Rd.

There is an increasing interest in growing native plants. Information will include the definition and role of native plants. What are the historical uses for native plants? What are the best native plants for your garden? Resources will be shared and there will be an opportunity to see a variety of native plants in the garden. Class approved for one hour continuing education credit for MG Perennials.

How to Successfully Grow Chinese Vegetables, Fruit & Ornamentals in The Pacific Northwest

Tuesday, June 2, 7-8 pm, webinar, registration required

Lan Su Chinese Garden’s Curator of Horticulture will speak to two unique facets of Chinese horticulture: the edible and the ornamental. China has a very rich history of cultivating plants which extends thousands of years. During this talk, you will learn about the symbolism of China’s most important plants and how they still relate to the day-to-day life of the Chinese people. Furthermore, Josie will present tips on how to successfully grow Chinese fruits and vegetables in the climate of the Pacific Northwest.

Designing with Perennials

Saturday, June 6, 10-noon, The Gazebo, WCMGA Learning Garden at Jenkins Estate, 8005 SW Grabhorn Rd, free, registration not required

Trees, woody shrubs, and perennials are parts of the majority of gardens, large or small. All provide seasonal color, structure, wildlife and insect habitat. In this workshop participants will learn about general garden design, life cycles, bloom calendars, and seasonal care; see and discuss lessons learned and experiences provided by the learning garden; gain insight into common questions people have and practical research-based answers.

Beaverton Garden Club plant sale

Saturday, May 9, 8:30-2 pm, Nexus Church parking lot, 12555 SW 22nd St.

Choose from 1600+ perennials, shrubs, trees, veggie and herb starts, creative containers, native plants, gifts, books, tools, and Mother’s Day bouquets. For more information, visit our website at Beaverton Garden Club.