The Central Oregon Chapter of OSU Master Gardeners™, in cooperation with the Oregon State University Extension Service, will present the annual Spring Gardening Seminar, online only.
All classes are accessible via Zoom webinars.
Pre-registration and $10 payment per class are required.
You can register for one or multiple classes at the links below.
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After registration, you will receive a link to the online webinar by e-mail. If you cannot attend on the day of the webinar, the Zoom classes are recorded and can be viewed later. A few days after the online webinar is completed, each registered participant will receive an e-mail with a link to the recording.
Please send any questions or registration issues to: seminar@gocomga.com.
Thursday 3/19, 6:00-7:30pm :
BUSTING MYTHS: GARDENING WITH SUCCESS IN CENTRAL OREGON
with Vickie Minor
Register at : https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rIILUZbQT7Ov6NK31tacSw​
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Saturday 3/21, 1:00-2:30pm:
GROWING VEGETABLES IN CENTRAL OREGON
with Jan Even
Register at : https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_h8e_yGFGRySg-8P2bURAYg
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Saturday 4/18, 10:00-11:30am:
NATIVE PLANTS AND BIODIVERSE LANDSCAPES
with Gail Langellotto
Register at : https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Dc-270RISUKYgF_DGTL9Ug
Tuesday 4/14, 6:00-7:30pm:
WEED IDENTIFICATION AND MANAGEMENT
with Gordon Jones
Register at : https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_FXPHevIhRA69q3VJ-t579A
Tuesday 5/5, 6:00-7:30pm:
HOT YARDS, COOL TIPS: FIREWISE LANDSCAPING
with Amy Jo Detweiler
Register at : https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9YaaZzj-TXu2wVVr-EFGdg
Saturday 5/9, 1:00-2-30pm:
with Julie Schiedler
Register at : https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ZOXshNh1TNOERvmZF5RBQA
Class Descriptions
Thursday 3/19, 6:00-7:30pm :
BUSTING MYTHS: GARDENING WITH SUCCESS IN CENTRAL OREGON
with Vickie Minor​
Tired of battling the elements and watching your plants wilt in the Central Oregon climate? Then this webinar is for
you! Whether you're new to the high desert and overwhelmed by the unique challenges, or a seasoned gardener
looking to refine your techniques, join us to unlock the secrets of successful gardening in Central Oregon. This
session will not cover vegetables but it will get into proven strategies for growing trees, shrubs, perennials, and
annuals in our high desert climate. We will share valuable information on why our area is so challenging and what
you can do to make garden magic happen. Discover which plants thrive in our challenging conditions and how to
nurture them to their full potential, to create a beautiful and sustainable garden. This webinar will equip you with
the knowledge and confidence to create a thriving garden oasis in the heart of Central Oregon. So don't let the desert
discourage you – let's grow together!
Saturday 3/21, 1:00-2:30pm:
GROWING VEGETABLES IN CENTRAL OREGON
with Jan Even​
Learn how to grow your own food. Yes, you CAN have a successful
vegetable garden in Central Oregon. We will cover Central Oregon climate, soil amendments, site selection, irrigation,
season extenders and other techniques, and recommended vegetable varieties to grow here.
Saturday 4/18, 10:00-11:30am:
NATIVE PLANTS AND BIODIVERSE LANDSCAPES
with Gail Langellotto
Native plants are an excellent choice for gardeners seeking to promote and conserve biodiversity. In this talk, we
will learn about (1) the science underlying the relationship between native plants and ecosystem function (2)
specific native plants that are excellence choices for Central Oregon gardens, and (3) how to identify and purchase
native plants at nurseries and garden centers with confidence. We will also touch on incorporating native plants into
existing garden landscapes, including maintenance and care.
Tuesday 4/14, 6:00-7:30pm:
WEED IDENTIFICATION AND MANAGEMENT
with Gordon Jones​​
Learn about managing difficult weeds in your garden, lawn, and landscape from cheatgrass to
puncturevine. We will review how to identify common weeds in Central Oregon so you know what you’re dealing with
and discuss their growth habits and ecology to target management and control. We will lay the framework for
integrated weed management and consider a wide range of approaches to both prevent and control weeds. You’ll leave
the class with practical ideas, resources, and inspiration to better control the pesky plants on your property.
Tuesday 5/5, 6:00-7:30pm:
HOT YARDS, COOL TIPS: FIREWISE LANDSCAPING
with Amy Jo Detweiler
Join us for a practical approach to fire-wise landscaping. We’ll break down the basics of the home ignition zone, what
makes some plants fire-resistant (and others not), and how smart design and regular maintenance can make a big
difference. We’ll also walk through a few local case studies and share plant picks that work well in a fire-wise
landscape.
Saturday 5/9, 1:00-2-30pm:
BOUQUETS FROM THE GARDEN
with Julie Schiedler
Learn how to grow buckets of gorgeous flowers to fill your home with beauty and fragrance all year long. Each season
brings new opportunity to bring the outdoors inside to appreciate the beauty of nature. We will cover the best flower
varieties to start from seed, the best bulbs to plant, and my favorite cottage garden perennials and shrubs. I will also
cover essential gardening basics to help ensure success. I hope to inspire participants to cultivate a passion for
beautiful garden blooms.