Garden

Native Bees and Plants taught by OSU Master Gardener Toni Stephan Many pollinators are suffering due to loss of habitat and floral resources. However, research shows that even the smallest of home gardens is beneficial for our pollinators. This class will cover some of the things every gardener can do to help our pollinators. A photo…

Greenhouse Design for All-Season Growing taught by Eileen Obermiller, Landscape Architect What can I expect to germinate, grow, and harvest with a residential All-Season Greenhouse? How much effort does it take to make it work?  How is a residential All-Season Greenhouse different from a typical greenhouse? Does it need winter heating? What happens when temperatures drop…

Firewise Gardening taught by OSU Horticulture Professor Amy Jo Detweiler As the Western United States population continues to grow, more and more homes are creeping into forest and rangeland areas called the wildland urban interface. The number of wildfires in combination with this urban sprawl can potentially increase the number of fire-prone landscapes. Learn more about…

Water-wise Gardening taught by OSU Master Gardeners Pat Kolling and Chris Miao With continuing drought and increased population growth in Central Oregon, water conservation in the garden is critical.   Your garden doesn’t have to be dry, lack color and  variety to be water efficient. The instructors will share with you the wisdom they gained in…

Composting taught by OSU Master Gardeners Rocky Bessette and Toni Stephan This class will familiarize you with the different methods of composting to help you to determine the method that will work best for you.

Thinking about starting a garden in your yard? Join Bend Urban Garden for their first official workshop in their midtown Bend demonstration garden to meet other aspiring veggie gardeners and get some inspiration for making your edible garden dreams come true!