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The Ask a Master Gardener blog features a wide range of articles written by Skagit County WSU Extension Master Gardeners on topics relevant to gardeners in the North Puget Sound area.

Growing Figs
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Growing Figs

Enjoy the sweet, aromatic flavor of homegrown figs in the Pacific Northwest with these select varieties.
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Drying Herbs
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Drying Herbs

Capture the seasonal flavors by preserving fresh herbs. Get started drying, freezing, dehydrating and enhance your meals deep into the...
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Trees Not to Plant
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Trees Not to Plant

Before buying and planting a tree, Master Gardener Alison Hitchcock outlines species to avoid due to their vulnerability to current...
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Sale Plants
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Sale Plants

Plants purchased off the sale rack are only a bargain if you follow these basic rules for all plant purchases.
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Fall Planting
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Fall Planting

July is the time to plant a fall/winter garden. A little work now will set you up for a fresh,...
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Western Redcedars
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Western Redcedars

The best action today's gardeners and homeowners can take to prevent redcedar dieback is to keep the soil around their...
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Open House 2024
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Open House 2024

Join us for this year’s Open House at the Discovery Garden, the Salal Native Plant Garden, and the NW Fruit...
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Hypertufa Containers
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Hypertufa Containers

Alpine gardening enthusiasts have found a solution to recreate the beauty they see in the alpine regions by using hypertufa...
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Memorial Gardens
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Memorial Gardens

The very act of envisioning, planning, and creating a memorial garden can help you focus on things beautiful and symbolic...
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Plant Clinics
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Plant Clinics

Visit a Master Gardener Plant Clinic and get answers to your questions from WSU Extension-trained experts.
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30th Annual Plant Fair
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30th Annual Plant Fair

Plants, education, food, music. Kick off your gardening season at the 30th Annual Skagit Master Gardener Plant Fair - Saturday,...
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Potting Soil
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Potting Soil

Successful container gardening depends on the attributes of your potting soil. Take a deep dive into how it is made...
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Tent Caterpillars
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Tent Caterpillars

During this time of year, tent caterpillar egg casings on the branches of deciduous trees are easy to spot. Remove...
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Gardening Fitness
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Gardening Fitness

As you plan for the gardening season ahead, tune-up with these at-home stretches and exercises so you'll be up to...
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Gardening for All Abilities
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Gardening for All Abilities

Whatever the physical challenge, take heart and continue to enjoy gardening by implementing some of these adaptive methods.
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Gardening for Wildlife
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Gardening for Wildlife

Explore the benefits of using keystone plants to create a wildlife-friendly ecosystem in your own garden.
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Pollinators
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Pollinators

Learn about pollinators and open your eyes to the beauty and intricate connectivity of nature. As gardeners, we can make...
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Veggie Gardening for Rookies
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Veggie Gardening for Rookies

Interested in growing vegetables but wondering where to start? Master gardeners walk you through what to consider when starting a...
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Indoor Grow Stand
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Indoor Grow Stand

Grow herbs and vegetables in the middle of the winter with an indoor growing stand.
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Raised Beds
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Raised Beds

Winter is a great time to plan for next season and explore the many advantages of building raised gardening beds.
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