gardening/farming

Please arrive around 8:45am to be registered and assigned to a crew. The tree care event will start promptly at 9:00am. We provide breakfast snacks and hot chocolate/coffee, as well as gloves, tools and guidance. 

This project is supported by Clackamas County Water Environmental Services RiverHealth Stewardship Program. We will be mulching recently planted native trees and shrubs to help ensure their survival and vigor. 

Please come dressed for the weather and wearing sturdy shoes and get ready to have fun! RSVPs are kindly requested for groups of more than 5 people. Please contact Jenny or Ian at (503) 595-0213 if you have any questions or need more information.

Apples, pears, plums and apricots... are you dreaming of a bountiful fruit harvest from your very own yard?

Join us for our annual Fruit Tree Giveaway (+ Shade Tree Clearance Sale!) on Saturday, April 19th, 10:00am - 1:00pm.  The trees will be organized in the north parking lot of Friends of Trees' headquarters, 3117 NE MLK Blvd, Portland (map).

We will have a large selection of fruit trees (bare root stock) for a $5 suggested donation.  These trees are 3/4" to 1" caliper and about 4' - 6' tall when planted.  They are light, easy to transport, and easy to plant! Trees are sourced from local Oregon nurseries.

Our shade tree stock will be sold at wholesale prices.

Come early for the best selection!

Questions?  Please contact Andrew Land at 503-467-2518 or AndrewL@FriendsofTrees.org.

More info on Facebook

Want to create a thriving, low-cost, low-maintenance garden that is free from chemicals? This is the class for you! Find out how to design your landscape to reduce water use, decrease stormwater runoff and minimize pollution while saving you time, money and energy. You'll learn about native plant gardening & design, visit a nearby naturescaped garden, and receive a comprehensive workbook and a native plant to help you get started. Pre-register online at http://emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops/all-events/nat....  Information: 503-222-7645

Learn to build your own rain garden! A rain garden is a sunken garden bed that captures stormwater and allows it to soak back into the ground naturally. Part of a larger effort to reduce stormwater runoff and pollution from entering local waterways, this workshop provides step-by-step details on how to decide the best size & placement, which plants to choose, and how to build and maintain your new rain garden. Participants receive a free how-to manual, and where possible, take a field trip to a nearby rain garden. Space is limited and advanced registration is required. Register online at http://emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops/all-events/rai.... Information: 503-222-7645

Dig into sustainable gardening! Naturescaping is the practice of using native plants to create sustainable landscapes that are good for people, pets & wildlife. Learn how to design a low-maintenance, chemical-free landscape that conserves water and minimizes pollution, all while saving you time, money and energy! You'll get natural gardening and landscape design tips, take a field trip to a nearby naturescaped garden, and receive a comprehensive workbook and a native plant to get started! Space is limited and advanced registration is required. Register online at http://emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops/all-events/nat.... Information: 503-222-7645