Image of flowersHappening today in Port Townsend!  We have sunshine, ocean breezes and a lot of people in town for this annual event.  There are nine private gardens on display, all located within walking distance in the Uptown area.  Featured gardens will demonstrate things such as drought tolerant and deer resistant plants, shade solutions, and a shared vegetable patch.  There will be composting techniques and lots of ideas on landscaping your own backyard. 

This event is sponsored by the Jefferson County Master Gardners, a group connected with Washington State University Extension.  A Master Gardner is trained under the auspices of WSU to provide information to home gardners about  practices for sustainable gardening, pest management, efficient watering systems, soil improvement and choosing proper plants. 

In addition, the Master Gardners group does plant clinics, speaker series, youth education, and advanced training.  These incredible gardners have their plants and flowers on display at the Jefferson County fair every year and they are truly beautiful and amazing. 

 

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2 Comments on The Secret Garden Tour in Port Townsend

JUN
21
2009
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Hi Sandra: Your post reminded me of the saying: "take time to stop and smell the roses".

:)
12:27am • #1
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No kidding.  I never have time to take this tour, as I am always working on Saturdays, especially in the summer.  We have so many wonderful gardeners in this area, and a lot of beautiful gardens.  Thanks for reading.  I have learned to spell gardeners since I first posted this.  
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