This resource is compiled by the Miller Library. Public, charitable sales and tours are added regularly. To have your event added please e-mail hortlib@uw.edu.
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Garden Tours & Plant Sales in February–March 2024
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February 1, 2024 (2 events)
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February 1, 2024Our free educational tour includes a casual walk through various areas of the Washington Park Arboretum, featuring seasonal viewing of collections plants, explorations of botany & the history of the organization. More information: botanicgardens.uw.edu/washington-park-arboretum/activities/free-public-tours/, urbhort@uw.edu or 206-685-8033. Meet at the Graham Visitors Center.
Washington Park Arboretum–
February 1, 2024Our free educational tour includes a casual walk through various areas of the Washington Park Arboretum, featuring seasonal viewing of collections plants, explorations of botany & the history of the organization. More information: botanicgardens.uw.edu/washington-park-arboretum/activities/free-public-tours/, urbhort@uw.edu or 206-685-8033. Meet at the Graham Visitors Center.
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February 3, 2024 (1 event)
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February 3, 2024There is no charge; however, donations are readily accepted. Reserve online. Spots are limited to 30 participants per tour date. Sign up early. Learn about the Garden's history, plants & development. More information: www.kubotagarden.org, volunteers@kubotagarden.org or 206-717-8718. Meet at the kiosk adjacent to the parking lot.
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February 4, 2024 (1 event)
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February 4, 2024Free with zoo admission or membership. Join our horticulturist Bryon Jones & be awed by the power of plants at Point Defiance Zoo. Learn about our plants' journeys, from South America to Asia to Australia. More information: www.pdza.org/event/garden-tours-plant-journeys/, comments@pdza.org or 253-404-3800. Held at the Point Defiance Zoo. Meet at the Pacific Rim Plaza, just inside the front gate.
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February 8, 2024 (1 event)
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February 8, 2024 – February 11, 2024Tickets: $16/adults (13+) credit card only at the door ($14 online), $11/seniors (60+) ), $8/half day after 4 pm, free/children 12 & under. Check online for group discounts. Advice, solutions & inspiration for landscaping conundrums from over 400 home & garden specialists. More information: www.bchomeandgardenshow.com, www.facebook.com/VancouverHomeShows, SocialMedia@mpeshows.com or 604-639-2288. Held at the BC Place Stadium.
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February 9, 2024 (1 event)
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February 8, 2024 – February 11, 2024Tickets: $16/adults (13+) credit card only at the door ($14 online), $11/seniors (60+) ), $8/half day after 4 pm, free/children 12 & under. Check online for group discounts. Advice, solutions & inspiration for landscaping conundrums from over 400 home & garden specialists. More information: www.bchomeandgardenshow.com, www.facebook.com/VancouverHomeShows, SocialMedia@mpeshows.com or 604-639-2288. Held at the BC Place Stadium.
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February 10, 2024 (1 event)
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February 8, 2024 – February 11, 2024Tickets: $16/adults (13+) credit card only at the door ($14 online), $11/seniors (60+) ), $8/half day after 4 pm, free/children 12 & under. Check online for group discounts. Advice, solutions & inspiration for landscaping conundrums from over 400 home & garden specialists. More information: www.bchomeandgardenshow.com, www.facebook.com/VancouverHomeShows, SocialMedia@mpeshows.com or 604-639-2288. Held at the BC Place Stadium.
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February 11, 2024 (1 event)
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February 8, 2024 – February 11, 2024Tickets: $16/adults (13+) credit card only at the door ($14 online), $11/seniors (60+) ), $8/half day after 4 pm, free/children 12 & under. Check online for group discounts. Advice, solutions & inspiration for landscaping conundrums from over 400 home & garden specialists. More information: www.bchomeandgardenshow.com, www.facebook.com/VancouverHomeShows, SocialMedia@mpeshows.com or 604-639-2288. Held at the BC Place Stadium.
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February 14, 2024 (1 event)
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February 14, 2024 – February 17, 2024Admission: various prices, options (early bird, half-day, multi-day passes, group, student) available some on website, some at the door. Tickets available at the door, online, or at ticket outlets around Washington that are listed on the website. Display gardens, plant bazaar, seminars & speakers. More information: www.gardenshow.com, www.facebook.com/nwfgs, 206-231-0140, info@gardenshow.com or SocialMedia@mpeshows.com. Held at the Seattle Convention Center.
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February 15, 2024 (1 event)
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February 14, 2024 – February 17, 2024Admission: various prices, options (early bird, half-day, multi-day passes, group, student) available some on website, some at the door. Tickets available at the door, online, or at ticket outlets around Washington that are listed on the website. Display gardens, plant bazaar, seminars & speakers. More information: www.gardenshow.com, www.facebook.com/nwfgs, 206-231-0140, info@gardenshow.com or SocialMedia@mpeshows.com. Held at the Seattle Convention Center.
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February 16, 2024 (2 events)
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February 14, 2024 – February 17, 2024Admission: various prices, options (early bird, half-day, multi-day passes, group, student) available some on website, some at the door. Tickets available at the door, online, or at ticket outlets around Washington that are listed on the website. Display gardens, plant bazaar, seminars & speakers. More information: www.gardenshow.com, www.facebook.com/nwfgs, 206-231-0140, info@gardenshow.com or SocialMedia@mpeshows.com. Held at the Seattle Convention Center.
Seattle Convention Center–
February 16, 2024 – February 17, 2024Admission: $8/adults, $3 off with a nonperishable food item, free/12 & under. Exhibits, daily seminars & more. Free readmission all weekend with return stamp. More information: www.hbatc.com, www.facebook.com/events/346376121675244/?ref=newsfeed, info@hbatc.com, 509-735-2745 or 1-877-842-8453. Held at HAPO Center.
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February 17, 2024 (2 events)
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February 14, 2024 – February 17, 2024Admission: various prices, options (early bird, half-day, multi-day passes, group, student) available some on website, some at the door. Tickets available at the door, online, or at ticket outlets around Washington that are listed on the website. Display gardens, plant bazaar, seminars & speakers. More information: www.gardenshow.com, www.facebook.com/nwfgs, 206-231-0140, info@gardenshow.com or SocialMedia@mpeshows.com. Held at the Seattle Convention Center.
Seattle Convention Center–
February 16, 2024 – February 17, 2024Admission: $8/adults, $3 off with a nonperishable food item, free/12 & under. Exhibits, daily seminars & more. Free readmission all weekend with return stamp. More information: www.hbatc.com, www.facebook.com/events/346376121675244/?ref=newsfeed, info@hbatc.com, 509-735-2745 or 1-877-842-8453. Held at HAPO Center.
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February 18, 2024 (2 events)
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February 18, 2024Admission: various prices, options (early bird, half-day, multi-day passes, group, student) available some on website, some at the door. Tickets available at the door, online, or at ticket outlets around Washington that are listed on the website. Display gardens, plant bazaar, seminars & speakers. More information: www.gardenshow.com, www.facebook.com/nwfgs, 206-231-0140, info@gardenshow.com or SocialMedia@mpeshows.com. Held at the Seattle Convention Center.
Seattle Convention Center–
February 18, 2024Admission: $8/adults, $3 off with a nonperishable food item, free/12 & under. Exhibits, daily seminars & more. Free readmission all weekend with return stamp. More information: www.hbatc.com, www.facebook.com/events/346376121675244/?ref=newsfeed, info@hbatc.com, 509-735-2745 or 1-877-842-8453. Held at HAPO Center.
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February 22, 2024 (3 events)
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February 22, 2024 – February 24, 2024Admission: $15/person, $13/Seniors (60+), free/12 years & under. Plant & Nursery Marketplace, seminars, workshops, showcase gardens, special attractions & more. More information: www.homeshowpdx.com, homeandgardenshows@hbapdx.org or 503-479-2660. Held at the Portland Expo Center.
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February 22, 2024 – February 25, 2024Admission: $15/adults, $10 /seniors (60+), $9/military, $3/juniors (7-15), free/under 7. Tickets available on website. Hundreds of home & garden displays. More information: seattlehomeshow.com, info@seattlehomeshow.com or 425-467-0960. Held at Lumen Field Event Center.
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February 22, 2024 – February 23, 2024Admission: $10/adults, $12/adult weekend pass, free/kids 12 & under. Featuring hundreds of displays & demonstrations offering the latest in yard related products, services & improvements. Step into spring through our feature landscape displays. Talk to the experts. More information: www.custershows.com/home.php?flag=1&secid=1, info@custershows.com or 509-924-0588. Held at Spokane Fair & Expo Center.
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February 23, 2024 (3 events)
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February 22, 2024 – February 24, 2024Admission: $15/person, $13/Seniors (60+), free/12 years & under. Plant & Nursery Marketplace, seminars, workshops, showcase gardens, special attractions & more. More information: www.homeshowpdx.com, homeandgardenshows@hbapdx.org or 503-479-2660. Held at the Portland Expo Center.
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February 22, 2024 – February 25, 2024Admission: $15/adults, $10 /seniors (60+), $9/military, $3/juniors (7-15), free/under 7. Tickets available on website. Hundreds of home & garden displays. More information: seattlehomeshow.com, info@seattlehomeshow.com or 425-467-0960. Held at Lumen Field Event Center.
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February 22, 2024 – February 23, 2024Admission: $10/adults, $12/adult weekend pass, free/kids 12 & under. Featuring hundreds of displays & demonstrations offering the latest in yard related products, services & improvements. Step into spring through our feature landscape displays. Talk to the experts. More information: www.custershows.com/home.php?flag=1&secid=1, info@custershows.com or 509-924-0588. Held at Spokane Fair & Expo Center.
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February 24, 2024 (6 events)
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February 22, 2024 – February 24, 2024Admission: $15/person, $13/Seniors (60+), free/12 years & under. Plant & Nursery Marketplace, seminars, workshops, showcase gardens, special attractions & more. More information: www.homeshowpdx.com, homeandgardenshows@hbapdx.org or 503-479-2660. Held at the Portland Expo Center.
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February 22, 2024 – February 25, 2024Admission: $15/adults, $10 /seniors (60+), $9/military, $3/juniors (7-15), free/under 7. Tickets available on website. Hundreds of home & garden displays. More information: seattlehomeshow.com, info@seattlehomeshow.com or 425-467-0960. Held at Lumen Field Event Center.
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February 24, 2024 – February 25, 2024Free. Wonderful displays of of blooming orchids in many varieties, as well as orchids for sale by local vendors & growers. Also repotting service & seminars. Orchid talk Sat. afternoon. More information: nwos.org, www.facebook.com/mountbakerorchidsociety/ or nwos@nwos.org. Held at Christianson’s Nursery.
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February 24, 2024There is no charge; however, donations are readily accepted. Reserve online. Spots are limited to 30 participants per tour date. Sign up early. Learn about the Garden's history, plants & development. More information: www.kubotagarden.org, volunteers@kubotagarden.org or 206-717-8718. Meet at the kiosk adjacent to the parking lot.
Kubota Garden–
February 24, 2024Admission: $10/adults, $12/adult weekend pass, free/kids 12 & under. Featuring hundreds of displays & demonstrations offering the latest in yard related products, services & improvements. Step into spring through our feature landscape displays. Talk to the experts. More information: www.custershows.com/home.php?flag=1&secid=1, info@custershows.com or 509-924-0588. Held at Spokane Fair & Expo Center.
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February 24, 2024Free. Register online. Explore how agroecology, soil health & land stewardship can build resilient local food economies & support direct climate action. See our wetlands, organic fields, solar-powered projects & more. More information: 21acres.org/event/21-acres-farm-walk-15/, www.facebook.com/21Acres/, generalinfo@21acres.org or 425-481-1500. Held at 21 Acres.
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February 25, 2024 (4 events)
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February 22, 2024 – February 25, 2024Admission: $15/adults, $10 /seniors (60+), $9/military, $3/juniors (7-15), free/under 7. Tickets available on website. Hundreds of home & garden displays. More information: seattlehomeshow.com, info@seattlehomeshow.com or 425-467-0960. Held at Lumen Field Event Center.
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February 24, 2024 – February 25, 2024Free. Wonderful displays of of blooming orchids in many varieties, as well as orchids for sale by local vendors & growers. Also repotting service & seminars. Orchid talk Sat. afternoon. More information: nwos.org, www.facebook.com/mountbakerorchidsociety/ or nwos@nwos.org. Held at Christianson’s Nursery.
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February 25, 2024Admission: $15/person, $13/Seniors (60+), free/12 years & under. Plant & Nursery Marketplace, seminars, workshops, showcase gardens, special attractions & more. More information: www.homeshowpdx.com, homeandgardenshows@hbapdx.org or 503-479-2660. Held at the Portland Expo Center.
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February 25, 2024Admission: $10/adults, $12/adult weekend pass, free/kids 12 & under. Featuring hundreds of displays & demonstrations offering the latest in yard related products, services & improvements. Step into spring through our feature landscape displays. Talk to the experts. More information: www.custershows.com/home.php?flag=1&secid=1, info@custershows.com or 509-924-0588. Held at Spokane Fair & Expo Center.
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March 2, 2024 (2 events)
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March 2, 2024Admission: $7/person advance purchase available on website, $10/day of Festival. Hosted by the Northwest Orchid Society. Explore the beauty & diversity of indoor plants with participating vendors & plant societies from Oregon & Washington. More information: https://www.nwos.org/events/indoor-plant-festival-weekend-pass/, www.facebook.com/nworchidsociety/ or nwos@nwos.org. Held at the Lynwood Events Center.
Lynwood Events Center–
March 2, 2024The sale is on a first-come-first-serve basis & plants do sell out. Check out plant species availability & pricing on website. Order forms will be available at the sale. Affordable native plants, vendors, booths, local food & live music. More information: store.thurstoncd.com/, ksinner@thurstoncd.com or 360-972-0407. Held at the Thurston County Fairgrounds.
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March 3, 2024 (2 events)
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March 3, 2024Admission: $7/person advance purchase available on website, $10/day of Festival. Hosted by the Northwest Orchid Society. Explore the beauty & diversity of indoor plants with participating vendors & plant societies from Oregon & Washington. More information: www.nwos.org/2024-spring-indoor-plant-festival-2/, www.facebook.com/nworchidsociety/ or nwos@nwos.org. Held at the Lynwood Events Center.
Lynwood Events Center–
March 3, 2024Free with zoo admission or membership. Join our horticulturist Bryon Jones. Get up close with the important stuff that grows our plants - soil - & the environment it creates. More information: www.pdza.org/event/garden-tour-soils/, comments@pdza.org or 253-404-3800. Held at the Point Defiance Zoo. Meet at the Pacific Rim Plaza, just inside the front gate.
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March 7, 2024 (1 event)
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March 7, 2024Our free educational tour includes a casual walk through various areas of the Washington Park Arboretum, featuring seasonal viewing of collections plants, explorations of botany & the history of the organization. More information: botanicgardens.uw.edu/washington-park-arboretum/activities/free-public-tours/, urbhort@uw.edu or 206-685-8033. Meet at the Graham Visitors Center.
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March 9, 2024 (3 events)
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March 9, 2024A special winter garden event that showcases the beloved, long-lived, & ever-so beautiful Hellebore. Together with garden hellebore tours, we'll be hosting plant sales, floral displays & demonstrations. More information: heronswoodgarden.org/event/hellebore-sale-202/register, info@heronswoodgarden.org or 360-297-9620. Held at Heronswood Garden.
7530 NE 288th St, Kingston, WA 98346–
March 9, 2024Registration begins at 9:30am. Admission: $15/person, free/WWFRF members. Scion wood, root stocks & grafting supplies for sale from 9:45-2:15. Spring Care for Trees & Berries, combining classes & discussions. Tour of the demonstration orchard in the afternoon. We suggest bringing your lunch & dressing for the weather. More information: www.nwfruit.org/winter-field-day/ or info@wwfrf.org. Held at the WSU NW Washington Research & Extension Center.
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March 9, 202411:30-1:30 is educational talks or videos. Guest speakers to share their expertise. 2-5:00 is the seed exchange & vendors. Bring your seeds to swap with everyone. More information: seeds.ca/events/, mcconnellcreekhall.godaddysites.com/ or me@oliviaantonello.com. Held at McConnel Creek Hall.McConnell Creek Hall -
March 16, 2024 (2 events)
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March 16, 2024Admission: $5/adults, free/children under 12. Bringing together products & professional services of horticultural & garden-related businesses. Garden-related vendors, educational speakers, raffle & more. Funds raised go to support many community projects. More information: www.sequimgardenshow.com, www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064604715155/ or info@sequimgardenshow.com. Held at Sequim Boys & Girls Club.
400 W Fir St, Sequim, WA 98382–
March 16, 2024Free. Register on website. Tree Ambassador Diana will show some of the remarkable specimen trees that make this neighborhood so beautiful. Join us for an afternoon of canopy gazing, with plenty of opportunities to appreciate different species, learn about the many benefits they offer, & work on your tree identification skills. Print-outs of the walk will be provided on site, complete with tree names, exact locations, distinguishing descriptions, & interesting notes. More information: seattle.gov/trees/get-involved/events, treesforseattle@seattle.gov or 206-684-8733. Meet at Larsen's Bakery.
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March 17, 2024 (2 events)
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March 17, 2024Suggested donation: $10 - get tickets on website. The tour focuses on exceptional plants for NW gardens & sustainable landscape practices. Vista Gardens encompasses 4+ acres & contains approximately 1200 aesthetically arranged different species & cultivars. More information: www.albersvistagardens.org, info@albersvistagardens.org or 206-779-3112.
Albers Vista Gardens–
March 17, 2024Admission: $5/adults, free/children under 12. Bringing together products & professional services of horticultural & garden-related businesses. Garden-related vendors, educational speakers, raffle & more. Funds raised go to support many community projects. More information: www.sequimgardenshow.com, www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064604715155/ or info@sequimgardenshow.com. Held at Sequim Boys & Girls Club.
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March 22, 2024 (1 event)
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March 22, 2024Cost: $10, limited to 15 participants. Register by phone. This tour will loop only around the north & northwest part of Green Lakes, but will include the best trees. Many trees will be lovely in flowers and fresh greenery. Led by Arthur Lee Jacobson, a renowned local expert on trees. More information: www.arthurleej.com, alj@consultant.com or 206-328-8733. Meet between the path & big parking lot on the east shore.
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March 23, 2024 (3 events)
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March 23, 2024Admission: $8/adults or $10/2 day pass, $6/students & seniors or $9/2 day pass. Show features the West Coast Societies; international & local vendors. More information: www.vancouverorchidsociety.ca, www.facebook.com/VancouverOrchidSociety/, ingrid.pike@outlook.com or 778-231-2117. Held at VanDusen Botanical Garden's Floral Hall & Cedar Room.
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March 23, 2024There is no charge; however, donations are readily accepted. Reserve online. Spots are limited to 30 participants per tour date. Sign up early. Learn about the Garden's history, plants & development. More information: www.kubotagarden.org, volunteers@kubotagarden.org or 206-717-8718. Meet at the kiosk adjacent to the parking lot.
Kubota Garden–
March 23, 2024Free. Register online. Explore how agroecology, soil health & land stewardship can build resilient local food economies & support direct climate action. Walk along & visit our wetlands, organic fields, solar-powered projects & more. More information: 21acres.org/event/21-acres-farm-walk-16/, www.facebook.com/21Acres/, generalinfo@21acres.org or 425-481-1500. Held at 21 Acres.
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March 24, 2024 (1 event)
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March 24, 2024Admission: $8/adults or $10/2 day pass, $6/students & seniors or $9/2 day pass. Show features the West Coast Societies; international & local vendors. More information: www.vancouverorchidsociety.ca, www.facebook.com/VancouverOrchidSociety/, ingrid.pike@outlook.com or 778-231-2117. Held at VanDusen Botanical Garden's Floral Hall & Cedar Room.
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March 26, 2024 (1 event)
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March 26, 2024Cost: $30/members, /$45 non-members. Register online. Join Ray Larson for a tour of the Arboretum’s magnificent magnolia collection, focusing on early flowering species. Learn how to grow magnolias & which are the very best for the Pacific NW garden. Ray Larson is Associate Director, Curator of Living Collections & the Otis Douglas Hyde Herbarium at the University of Washington Botanic Gardens. More information: www.northwesthort.org, info@northwesthort.org or 206-780-8172.
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March 30, 2024 (1 event)
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March 30, 2024Scalable (small & medium) fruiting tree & plant sale. Speak to experts about your fruiting trees, vine & shrubs. Plus Easter egg hunt & 25% off rides with your purchase of plants. More information: www.portlandfruit.org/event-calendar/2024/1/22/scalable-fruiting-tree-and-plant-sale-25-off-oaks-park-wristbands-with-purchase, www.facebook.com/PortlandFruitTreeProject/, kathrynh@portlandfruit.org or 503-284-6106. Held at Oaks Amusement Park.
7805 SE Oaks Park Way, Portland, OR 97202