The Jefferson County Master Gardener Foundation is a nonprofit organization in a collaborative agreement with WSU Jefferson County Extension. The Foundation provides support services and financial assistance to further WSU Extension’s mission in educating the community with sustainable, research-based horticultural information. The Foundation also provides financial grants to community organizations engaged in agriculture and sustainability efforts in Jefferson County.
Upcoming Events:
We hope to see you at one of these events soon!
Farmer’s Market Pruning Workshops
July 19, Port Townsend Farmer’s Market 9 a.m.–2 p.m., and July 20, Chimacum Farmer’s Market, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Come and learn about pruning fruit trees, bushes, and ornamentals at the MG booth at the Port Townsend Farmer’s Market on July 19 from 9 a.m.–2: p.m. Certified Master Gardener pruners Doug Van Allen and Harry Hayward will give live demonstrations to visitors throughout the day using a variety of pruning tools plus explaining the types of cuts to use on a fruit tree versus an ornamental bush.
Fall Flower Bulb Fundraiser
Tulips • Alliums • Daffodils • Mixes • More!
Shop from a wide array of bulbs for planting this fall, and enjoy colorful blooms next spring! Bulb purchases come with a grow guarantee and support the JeffCo Master Gardener Foundation.
Order your bulbs by October 15 at WaJeffCoMGF.fpfundraising.com or use the QR code at left.
Your purchase supports community education, “Ask a Master Gardener” clinics, Seed Library, free lectures and speakers, environmental stewardship, and grants.
Upcoming Presentation
Thursday, September 11, from 3–4 p.m.
Longtime Master Gardener Sarah Fairbank will present on “Creating an Alpine Rock Garden: Challenges and Rewards” at the Master Gardener Foundation meeting in September. Sarah will cover how to prepare the garden bed, including choosing the right exposure and soil mixture, what kind of gravel and rock to incorporate, and watering and maintaining the garden. The public is welcome to attend.
Learn more about us:
Interested in becoming a
Master Gardener?
If you love gardening and want to support environmental education opportunities in your neighborhood, please check out everything the Jefferson County Master Gardener Program has to offer. Click the link below for information on how to apply for Master Gardener certification this fall and what the training involves. We also offer general gardening tip sheets, links to education resources, and ways to support our mission in your community. We have learning opportunities for all ages and all levels of horticultural experience.
