This closeup of a tomato plant shows off several parts of tomato plant anatomy. The diagonal growth, which is about to be cut, is what is called a "sucker." These can be replanted.

Events are free unless noted. Please email calendar submissions at least three weeks in advance to events@oregonian.com.

ONGOING

78th Street Heritage Farm Tours: Various dates and times through July. Stroll the farm with a knowledgeable docent and learn about the property’s storied history and its current role in horticulture education, agricultural research, food security and community enrichment. 1919 N.E. 78th St., Vancouver; registration required at extension.wsu.edu/clark; email erika.d.johnson@wsu.edu or call 564-397-5738.

Grow Your Own Produce, The Workshop Series: (online via Zoom) First Wednesday of the month through Nov. 6. Taught by permaculture expert Marisha Auerbach, each workshop features seasonally relevant information about planning, growing, maintaining and harvesting food from the garden. $130 for a five-class series, or $30 per class; fertileground.org.

Walk With a Friend at Tualatin Hills Nature Park: 9 a.m. first Wednesday and third Sunday of the month. Take a guided walk and learn about the plants, wildlife and history of the park. Tualatin Hills Nature Park, 15655 S.W. Millikan Way, Beaverton; thprd.org.

East Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District free webinars: Discover how to care for land in ways that benefit people, water and wildlife. From stormwater solutions to biochar to water conservation, these workshops will help you save time, money and energy. Register at emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops.

Greater Portland Iris Society meeting: 7 p.m. first Tuesday of the month in March, April, September, October and November. Enjoy discussions of irises with guest speakers. Ainsworth House, 19130 Lot Whitcomb Drive, Oregon City; greaterportlandirissociety.org.

Happy Valley Garden Club monthly meeting: 9 a.m.-noon second Tuesday of the month. Happy Valley Baptist Church, 14095 S.E. King Road, Happy Valley.

Ikebana for Every Season: 1-2:30 p.m. second Tuesday of the month; $45. Become knowledgeable about basic concepts, techniques, tools, equipment and care for ikebana. The Resource Center, 219 S. Main Ave., Gresham; GreshamJapaneseGarden.org.

Portland Dahlia Society monthly meeting: 7 p.m. second Tuesday of the month February through November. Take part in a discussion of seasonal topics. Oaks Park Dance Pavilion, 7805 S.E. Oaks Park Way; portlanddahlia.com.

Oregon Fuchsia Society monthly meeting: 7 p.m. third Tuesday of the month. Western Seminary (Bueermann Hall), 5511 S.E. Hawthorne Blvd.; oregonfuchsiasociety.com.

Estacada Garden Club monthly meeting: 1-3 p.m. second Thursday of the month. Estacada Public Library, 825 N.W. Wade St.

THURSDAY, JULY 11

Flora Frequencies: Ikebana Workshop & Sound Bath: 7-9:30 p.m. This ikebana workshop, perfect for beginners eager to explore the Japanese art of floral arrangement, will be followed by a relaxing sound bath offered by DJ Tourmaline. $75; Hedgerow Herb Co., 811 E. Burnside St., Suite 116; hedgerowherbco.com, sprungflorals.com.

SATURDAY, JULY 13

Tomato Pruning Workshop: 9-11:30 a.m. Get clarification on which types of tomato plants need pruning and when and how to prune, and receive hands-on instruction on pruning techniques. Vancouver (Hazel Dell) location provided upon $5 registration at eventbrite.com; visit extension.wsu.edu, email erika.d.johnson@wsu.edu, or call 564-397-5738.

Portland Orchid Society Summer Sale and Potting Event: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Shop and see the display orchids, and visit the potting and information booth. Portland Nursery, 5050 S.E. Stark St.; portlandorchidsociety.org.

Bud Grafting: 10 a.m.-noon. Learn to identify and harvest bud wood, practice grafting and take home your own tree. Sliding scale starts at $50; registration required at homeorchardeducationcenter.org; Home Orchard Education Center Community Orchard, 19600 Molalla Ave., Oregon City; email info@homeorchardeducationcenter.org.

SUNDAY, JULY 14

Art in the Garden 2024: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Stroll around the gardens, shop local artisan displays and creations, and visit compost, recycling and yarn spinning demonstrations. NatureScaping Wildlife Botanical Gardens, 11000 N.E. 149th St., Brush Prairie, Washington; NatureScaping.org.

Pruning Flowering Shrubs: 1-3 p.m. Take in a pruning demonstration for flower production and discover which shrubs like to be pruned in the spring and which need pruning in winter. $45; Gresham Japanese Garden, 219 S. Main Ave., Gresham; greshamjapanesegarden.org.

MONDAY, JULY 15

Houseplants 101: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Uncover how to select, care for and propagate houseplants. Camas Library, 625 N.E. Fourth Ave., Camas, Washington; camaspl.librarycalendar.com, extension.wsu.edu/clark; email erika.d.johnson@wsu.edu or call 564-397-5738.

SATURDAY, JULY 20

Growing & Pruning Stone Fruit: 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Discuss the pests, diseases and issues you are most likely to encounter and learn how to prune stone fruits. Sliding scale starts at $40; registration required at homeorchardeducationcenter.org; Home Orchard Education Center Community Orchard, 19600 Molalla Ave., Oregon City; email info@homeorchardeducationcenter.org.

Blueberry Bliss: Taste & Learn: 2-4 p.m. Sample as many as 20 varieties of ripe berries and tour the orchard to gain insights on growing your own blueberry bounty. Sliding scale starts at $25; registration required at homeorchardeducationcenter.org; Home Orchard Education Center Community Orchard, 19600 Molalla Ave., Oregon City; email info@homeorchardeducationcenter.org.

TUESDAY, JULY 23

Summer Pruning Apples & Pears: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Build confidence and speed with this class for both beginners and seasoned pruners. Sliding scale starts at $40; registration required at homeorchardeducationcenter.org; Home Orchard Education Center Community Orchard, 19600 Molalla Ave., Oregon City; email info@homeorchardeducationcenter.org.

FRIDAY, JULY 26

Plant Spirit Journey: Rose: 6:30 p.m. Meet the spirit of rose after sipping on rose tea and learn about the practical uses of wild and cultivated roses. From $25; Hedgerow Herb Co., 811 E. Burnside St., Suite 116; hedgerowherbco.com.

SATURDAY, JULY 27

SATURDAY, AUG. 3

TUESDAY, AUG. 6

Summer Espalier: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Learn tips, tricks and techniques to maintain solid structure and maximize harvest. Sliding scale starts at $40; registration required at homeorchardeducationcenter.org; Home Orchard Education Center Community Orchard, 19600 Molalla Ave., Oregon City; email info@homeorchardeducationcenter.org.

SATURDAY, AUG. 10

Summer Pruning Figs for Size Control: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Learn proper techniques specifically for growing fig trees in the Pacific Northwest. Sliding scale starts at $40; registration required at homeorchardeducationcenter.org; Home Orchard Education Center Community Orchard, 19600 Molalla Ave., Oregon City; email info@homeorchardeducationcenter.org.

TUESDAY, AUG. 13

SUNDAY, AUG. 18

Sparrowhawk Native Plants: Online ordering begins for October pickup of any of 194 species. sparrowhawknativeplants.com.

SATURDAY, AUG. 31

Tool Care & Sharpening: 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Bring a pair of pruning shears or a knife to sharpen and practice proper maintenance. Sliding scale starts at $40; registration required at homeorchardeducationcenter.org; Home Orchard Education Center Community Orchard, 19600 Molalla Ave., Oregon City; email info@homeorchardeducationcenter.org.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 6

Parade of Homes: Sept. 6-22. Explore three luxury homes on large lots at the Reserve at Lake River in Felida, Washington. clarkcountyparadeofhomes.com.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 13

Cannon Beach Cottage Tour: Sept. 13-15. In its 21st year, this home tour features historic cottages that were built more than 90 years ago. Tickets available July 1 at cbhistory.org or 503-436-9301.

SATURDAY, OCT. 26

Gardening with Pacific Northwest Native Plants: 10 a.m.-noon. Learn about the native plants that thrive in the Northwest and how to naturescape in support of wildlife and pollinators. PCC Rock Creek (Building 4, Room 103) and WCMGA Education Garden, 17705 N.W. Springville Road; washingtoncountymastergardeners.org.

-- Corey Sheldon

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