LONGVIEW — On Tuesdays at noon WSU Master Gardeners present weekly online free programs.

June 6, Tuesday, noon: Using Native Plants in your Home Landscape — WSU Master Gardener Wendy Santiago will discuss the advantages native plants have to offer. She will discuss considerations when using native plants and the great alternatives in using them to spice up your yard. Native plants offer a large variety of colors and shapes that flourish all year long in this climate.

June 13, Tuesday, noon: Do-it-Yourself “Irrigation” — Hot summer, wilted plants, and you are stuck holding the hose. There is a way out! WSU Master Gardener Jerry Winchell will explain how to construct a simple and inexpensive sprinkler drip irrigation system. Learn how a sprinkler drip irrigation system allows you the flexibility to reduce water use, save time, use less labor, and control weeds.

June 20, Tuesday, noon: Selecting Plants for your Home Landscape — Choosing spring flowers and shrubs is a passion here in the PNW. WSU Master Gardener Tracy Morgan will help you to make the best choices and how NOT to make the most common mistakes. Learn more about which plants go from friend to foe and become a problem over time.

June 27, Tuesday, noon: Protecting your plants from the Heat — Plants continue to suffer every summer from heat and lack of moisture. WSU Master Gardener Tom Myklebust will describe what techniques you can use to protect your pants. He will share great plant selections that are more drought tolerant and tips to consider when placing plants for your landscape.

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No need to register for online programs, just pop in. Connection information (sign up for the necessary Zoom account at zoom.us), then join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS, or Android at wsu.zoom.us/j/7756056320?pwd=RzVxbTl0dXpyUjJjSDdsWnJuTXdydz09

The meeting ID is 775 605 6320 and the password is 12345.

To participate by phone, call 1-253-215-8782. For help or for more information, call Gary Fredricks at garyf@wsu.edu or 360-577-3014 Ext. 3.