Join the WSU Extension Clark County Master Gardener program for an on-the-road-tour and leave the driving to us!

Where does that new color of Echinacea or Heuchera come from? Join us on the September tour and you’ll find out.

• The first stop is Terra Nova, one of the world’s largest plant propagation companies. This research and development facility creates new varieties of plants and sells millions of them to wholesalers around the world. You will be amazed by their tissue culture processes and their huge greenhouses.

• Up next is lunch (on your own) at Back Stop Bar and Grill in Canby, OR.

• The final stop is another unique growing site: an experimental olive grove in Aurora. The site is operated by the OSU North Willamette Research and Extension Center and features 160 varieties of olives to determine which varieties grow best in our region. You will learn about their research processes, including more about other research activities on the 160-acre site.

Want to join the tour? Check out these details:

• These sites are not open to the public, therefore no shopping opportunities.

• Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. Vans depart location at 8:30 a.m. sharp and return by 4:30 p.m.

• LOCATION: Meeting spot for vans provided with registration

• COST: $35

• REGISTRATION: Required by September 18 at this link

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Contact Erika Johnson at (564) 397-5738 or email Erika.d.johnson@wsu.edu

For information about WSU Extension Clark County Master Gardeners, call (564) 397-5738 or email Erika.d.johnson@wsu.edu.
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WSU Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local WSU Extension office. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication or program information or reasonable accommodation need to contact Erika Johnson at the above listed email, phone or mailing address at least two weeks prior to the event.