New buildings are on the way!
THE ORCHARD GARDENS WILL REMAIN OPEN DURING CONSTRUCTION.
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Something new. Grow a habitat. Grow YOU.
educational resources
TIDBITS FROM ORCHARD VOLUNTEERS
When and how to harvest apples and pears
PEEK INTO THE WORLD OF HEIRLOOM APPLES
Montezuma Orchard Restoration Project
Orange Pippin’s extensive page on Apple Varieties
WSU EXTENSION MASTER GARDENER PROGRAM
Gardening in Washington State
This resource is valuable for both beginner and experienced gardeners seeking to improve their skills and learn new ones.
Local Gardening Techniques specific to Washington's climate.
Plant Selection for thriving native and ornamental species.
Sustainable Practices for organic gardening and pest management.
Seasonal Tips for optimal planting and care.
BUILDING SOIL
Tilth’s Soil and Water Stewardship Program
Learn in-depth about environmental stewardship as a gardener.
PACIFIC NW GARDENING WITH NATIVE PLANTS
King Co Native Plant Guide & Landscaping Plans
WNPS Native Plant ID Cards, A- I
WNPS Native Plant ID Cards, J- Z
POLLINATOR PLANTINGS
Xerces Society’s Pollinator Plant List for the Maritime North West Region
Learn about food for native bees, butterflies, and the like.
WEED ID
The STARFLOWER Foundation’s WEED Identification Cards for the PNW
Learn about weed species of concern in the Pacific Northwest.
Don’t miss a bloom!
We promise not to spam you but we want to keep you informed of activity in the garden! As they say, the early bird catches the worm!