Wasco County Master Gardeners

Grow your gardening and landscape skills

We provide research-based and regional-specific information for backyard gardeners, insect enthusiasts, and plant lovers of all types.

Visit out webpage for more information and garden help!

Where can I find resources and help?

Local OSU staff and trained OSU Master Gardener volunteers provide education in many ways:

Ask us questions: You may submit questions online ([email protected]), call & leave a message (541-296-1217), or visit our office by appointment. We will assist you in answering your gardening and lawn questions, including identifying your weed, disease, and insect problems and suggest research-based management for these issues.
Events: Attend a workshop or class.
Educational resources: Publications, books, and guides.

See below to learn more.

Photo: A. Detweiler (Cropped from original)

Classes and Events

May 11

Incredible Edibles Plant Sale

10:00 am - 3:00 pm Portland, OR

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Local Gardening Resources

Water-wise Gardening in Central Oregon

You can have a colorful and beautiful landscape while conserving water and saving time, energy and money. Learn innovative conservation techniques for water-wise gardening, or xeriscaping, in central Oregon. Full plant...

Amy Jo Detweiler | Jun 2020 | Extension Catalog publication

Deer-resistant plants for Central Oregon

Below is a list of plants that tend to be more deer-resistant.

Amy Jo Detweiler, Paul MacMillan | May 2012 | Article

Central Oregon Vegetable Gardening

A collection of articles for growing vegetables in Central Oregon. Include general information, recommendations, soil temperatures, rhubarb, potatoes, cucumbers, beets, carrots, radishes, onions, tomatoes and tomatillos.

Jul 2018 | Collection

Monthly Garden Calendars

Are you wondering what to do in your garden this month? The OSU Extension garden calendar contains timely monthly garden tips including information about garden planning, maintenance and clean up, pest monitoring and management, houseplants, and indoor gardening.

Monthly Garden Calendars

Produced by OSU Extension, each month provides reminders of key garden chores, such as fertilizing, pest control, planting, and maintenance.

Jan 2021 | Collection