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.
Cool Weather Vegetables
The marine-influenced weather in the Pacific Northwest is the perfect climate for growing cool-season vegetables.
Heathers and Heaths
Heathers and heaths, common in our area, have a multitude of characteristics and are well-adapted to the Pacific Northwest landscape. Ericaceae is the family of the heather plants, but it...
Birds in Winter
From the comfort of your chair, you may also notice winter birds flitting about. Birds are an integral part in the cycle of nature. Helping them get proper food, water...
January is a Perfect Time to Start These Cool Hardy Beauties
While hard to find in flower nurseries it is possible to start lisianthus from seeds. Mastering the seed-starting techniques was a months-long process, but well worth it.
Books for Gardeners
Skagit Master Gardeners share their favorite books to curl up with over the holidays.
Winter Sowing
The dark days of winter are upon us. As a gardener, this is the time of year we pull out the seed catalogs and start planning for next year.
Grow Your Own Natural Dyes
As the summer blooms fade and the bright hues of autumn give way to the gray of November, gardeners and crafters alike find themselves looking for ways to brighten their...
Dahlias: To Dig or Not to Dig
Master Gardeners share their overwintering techniques By Anne Hays, Skagit County WSU Master Gardener Anne Hays is a resident of La Conner and a Skagit County Master Gardener Dahlias, first...
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