Plant Something Oregon

Creating A Terrarium Workshop
2026-06-27 | Oregon
Saturday, June 27 | 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
$45 / Person
Learn how to make and care for a terrarium with Shonnard’s Nursery. They will guide you through, and provide everything you need to make a terrarium to take home. Choices for plants and decorations can be personalized to your own style and preferences.
$45 class fee includes: a glass vessel, materials, plants, decorations, and instruction.
Space is limited, so please reserve your spot today!

Heritage Farm Tour
2026-06-27 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Vancouver)
Tour the 78th Street Heritage Farm! Join the WSU Extension Clark County Master Gardener Program for a guided tour of the 79-acre 78th Street Heritage Farm in Vancouver, Washington. Stroll the property with a knowledgeable docent and learn about the property’s storied history and its current role in horticulture education, agricultural research, food security and community enrichment. Placed on the Washington Historic Register in 2012, the 78th Street Farm has a unique and compelling story for people of all ages. Tours involve prolonged standing and walking on uneven ground with some elevation change.
Bring water and dress for the weather. Meet in front of the Clark County Extension building. Tour size is limited.
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Celebrate The Oregon Garden’s 25th anniversary
2026-06-28 - 2026-07-03
The Oregon Association of Nurseries first dreamt of a public garden to serve as a showcase for Oregon’s horticultural products beginning in the 1940s. That dream became reality when The Oregon Garden opened its gates to the public on June 29, 2001.
Now the garden is celebrating its 25th anniversary.
Join The Oregon Garden in celebrating 25 years of continued growth with an entire week full of events aimed at engaging our community. In honor of the schedule of festivities held during its Grand Opening in 2001, the garden has prepared a series of themed days that invite guests to reflect on where it’s been, engage with its partners, support its mission and, most importantly – have a lot of fun!
History Day, Monday, June 29, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. — Celebrate the people, the land and the stories that have been a part of the garden’s past, and shaped where it is today with a ceremonial blessing from the Confederated Tribe of Siletz Indians, storytime in the Children’s Garden and guided walking tours of the garden throughout the day.
Education & Ecology Day, Tuesday, June 30, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. — Ultimately, education is at the heart of what the Oregon Garden does, as is sharing the importance of caring for our environment and instilling an appreciation for the natural world in visitors of all ages. Join in on a day of hands-on learning at the garden.
Community Day, Wednesday, July 1, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. — Meet Caesar the No-Drama Llama, and enjoy face painting by Faery Face Art, storytime in the Children’s Garden and guided walking tours of the garden. Silverton residents enjoy free admission. Receive $1 off admission for each non-perishable food item donated to the garden’s food drive.
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Don’t miss wildflower tours!
2026-07-01 - 2026-07-31
Did you know you can take a wildflower tour in Oregon?
The folks at Silverton Wildflower Tours offer a guided tour through beautiful commercial flower seed fields, giving visitors a chance to enjoy the blooms while learning about Oregon’s flower seed industry and agriculture.
Since the flowers are spread across multiple locations and change each year with crop rotation, each tour visits a variety of the best fields in bloom that day.
Tickets start at $89 per person, and a member of the family farm personally guides and drives each tour.
Along the way, guests are able to get out at several locations to take photos, enjoy the flowers up close, and learn about Oregon agriculture, the farm’s history, and the flower seed process.
Tours need to be booked online ahead of time, and are currently beginning and ending tours out of Bethany Charter School 11824 Hazelgreen Rd. N.E. in Silverton, Oregon through July.
For more information or to purchase tickets, go to SilvertonWildflowerTours.com.

Create A Mixed Carnivorous Plant Bog Workshop
2026-07-11
Saturday, July 11 | 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
$55/person
Learn about the fascinating world of carnivorous plants. This workshop will have a selection of outdoor hardy carnivorous plants, like Venus flytraps and pitcher plants for the creation of a beautiful mixed bog planter.
Learn how to repot, and take care of these amazing plants. These planters make great mixed pots for your porch or near an outdoor dining area during summer to lure away yellow jackets, wasps, and more.
$55 class fee includes a selection of carnivorous plants, a pot and saucer, any repotting supplies, and instruction.
Space is limited, so please reserve your spot today!

78th Street Heritage Farm Walking Tour
2026-07-11 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-07-21 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-07-25 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-08-04 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-08-08 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-08-18 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-08-22 10:00 - 11:30
Tour the 78th Street Heritage Farm! Join the WSU Extension Clark County Master Gardener Program for a guided tour of the 79-acre 78th Street Heritage Farm in Vancouver, Washington. Stroll the property with a knowledgeable docent and learn about the property’s storied history and its current role in horticulture education, agricultural research, food security and community enrichment. Placed on the Washington Historic Register in 2012, the 78th Street Farm has a unique and compelling story for people of all ages. Tours involve prolonged standing and walking on uneven ground with some elevation change.
Bring water and dress for the weather. Meet in front of the Clark County Extension building. Tour size is limited. Do not register if you aren’t sure you can attend.
Contact: erika.d.johnson@wsu.edu, 564-397-5738.
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OSU Extension offers free nitrate screenings
2026-07-16 - 2026-08-08
Are you concerned about nitrates in your well water? Oregon State University Extension Service is offering a series of free nitrate screenings at farmers markets and other events throughout the state.
Just bring half a cup of well water in a clean cup to be tested. Testing takes about 10 minutes.
Nitrates can cause serious health effects, such as the rare blue-baby syndrome in infants, according to OSU Extension. It is important to test your well water for nitrates every 1–3 years, especially in homes with infants and pregnant women.
Location and dates:
Harrisburg, July 16, 5–7:30 p.m., Harrisburg Summer Sounds, Riverfront Park, First St. and Smith St.
Scio, July 18, 9 a.m.–1 p.m., Scio Saturday Market, Linn County Lamb and Wool Fairgrounds, 38999 N.E. 1st Ave.
McMinnville, July 23, 12–6 p.m., McMinnville Downtown Farmers Market, 230 N.E. Second St.
Lebanon, July 26, 1–4 p.m., Lacomb Grange Community Market, Lacomb Grange, 34100 E. Lacomb Road.
Florence, July 18, 3–6 p.m., Florence Farmers Market, Port of Siuslaw Boardwalk, 100 Harbor St.
Silverton, August 1, 9 a.m.–1 p.m., Silverton Farmers Market, 203 W. Main St.
Stayton, August 5, 3–7 p.m., Stayton Farmers Market, 138 N. 3rd Ave.
Toledo, August 6, 10 a.m.–3 p.m., Toledo Community Market, 385 N.W. A St.
Eugene, August 8, 10 a.m.–2 p.m., Spencer Creek Farmers Market, 86013 Lorane Highway.

Take advantage of free Learn In-The-Garden classes
2026-07-26 - 2026-10-25
Multnomah County Master Gardener Association — with volunteers from OSU Extension Service Master Gardener — is hosting a Learn In-The-Garden series focusing on sustainable gardening and land stewardship every fourth Sunday through the summer.
Join in and attend, rain or shine. No registration required. Just drop by the Multnomah County Demonstration Garden anytime from 10 a.m.–1 p.m. The garden is located on S.E. 57th Ave. about 500 feet south of S.E. Duke St. Parking is on the east side of 57th. Go through the pedestrian gate and follow the gravel path a short distance through the Green Thumb Orchard to the Demonstration Garden.
The schedule and topics:

July 26, Extending the Growing Season for Vegetables.
August 23, Regenerative Gardening: Soil-First Methods.
September 27, Gardening with Native Plants.
October 25, Pruning Ornamental Trees and Shrubs: The Basics.

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Salem Hardy Plant Society Annual Fall Plant Sale
2026-09-12 09:00 - 15:00
A great slate of plant and garden art vendors for 2026!
Free Admission – Free Parking
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Fall Perennial Patio Pot Workshop
2026-09-12 11:00 - 12:00
Welcome to the Fall Perennial Patio Pot class with Shay Boga from Peoria Gardens where we’ll create a beautiful patio pot together.
This hands-on workshop will have you planting up a 14″ x 10.5″ patio pot with a thrilling center piece, lush plants spilling over the edge, and beautiful fillers.
$50 class fee includes a selection of plants, a pot, soil, and instruction. Look forward to creating a patio pot that is full, and that you’re proud of!
Space is limited, so please reserve your spot today!
