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The Island County Master Gardener Foundation is pleased to present
the 38th annual Whidbey Gardening Workshop.

Master Gardeners are WSU Extension trained volunteers from all walks of life who enjoy sharing their gardening knowledge with others in our community to promote healthy landscapes, healthy foods and healthy lives. In Island County, more than 80 Master Gardeners from Whidbey and Camano volunteer more than 6,000 hours annually through various educational outreach programs, while continuing their own horticultural education.

Our annual Workshop raises funds to support our community activities which include tending the Education Garden at Greenbank, plant clinics in various locations, home horticulture visits, the gardening Hotline, free summer speaker series, and community gardens that benefit local foodbanks. Annual spring Plant Sales on Whidbey and Camano islands offer veggie starts, native plants and ornamentals for our communities and, also raise funds to support our mission.

This year’s Workshop theme is Gardening for today . . . and the future! As our region experiences a changing climate, we want to learn what gardeners can do to have more productive gardens today and how to leave the land healthier and more resilient for the future.

The Workshop will offer classes for all levels of gardeners with a variety of gardening interests — plus demonstrations, Make-n-Take classes, and a plant clinic.

The Marketplace will feature plants, books, tools, garden art, and information from local garden and environment related non-profits as well as a Raffle with special items provided by local merchants.

Classes and practical sessions taught by garden experts and horticulture professionals will inform your gardening today and for the future.

See you at the 38th annual Whidbey Gardening Workshop March 20, 2027

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Proceeds from the Whidbey Gardening Workshop support the Island County Master Gardener Foundation's mission to provide science-based, sustainable gardening practices through community outreach activities that are available to all.

You can increase your support by clicking on the Donate button below.