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Lincoln County Master Gardener™ Association

Grow Your Own

Growing your own food is like printing your own money."

Ron Finley, farmer, activist, teacher and author

The Program

The Grow Your Own program is a free educational series offered by the Lincoln County Master Gardener™ Association at various OSU Demonstration Gardens. Designed to empower individuals and families with practical gardening skills, the program focuses on growing food successfully at home, regardless of experience level. Participants learn sustainable techniques for cultivating vegetables, fruits, and herbs suited to local conditions.
By promoting self-sufficiency, resilience, and food security, Grow Your Own supports healthier communities and a deeper connection to the land. The program is open to everyone and welcomes gardeners of all backgrounds who are interested in increasing their confidence, reducing reliance on outside food sources, and gaining the satisfaction of producing fresh, homegrown food.

Lincoln County Master Gardener™ Association works in collaboration with and support of the Oregon State University Extension Service Master Gardener Program.
Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made two weeks prior to the class date to Mary Jane, 541-921-1371 or mj*********@***il.com.

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The classes are free. Please register so we can plan for the correct amount of materials.

The Classes

Understanding Seed Catalogs
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This class introduces gardeners to the essentials of reading and understanding seed catalogs and seed packets. Participants will learn how to evaluate varieties, interpret key information such as days to maturity, planting times, and growing requirements, and determine which seeds are best suited to their specific garden conditions. The class will also cover how much seed to order based on garden size and planting goals, helping you avoid both shortages and waste.. Click Here to register.

  • Waldport Demo Garden — January 31st, 12:00 - 1:30 PM
  • South Beach Demo Garden — February 6th, 3:30 - 4:30 PM
  • LIncoln City Demo Garden — February 12th, 6:00 = 730 PM
Photo by Creatas from FreeImages
Edible Garden Design
July 2025 Central Oregon Garden Tour, Bend. The public toured six gardens in the Bend area. The event was coordinated by Amy Jo Detweiler, horticulturalist for Crook Deschutes and Jefferson counties.

Learn how to plan a productive and enjoyable vegetable garden tailored to your space and goals. This class covers basic garden design principles, site assessment, crop selection, and layout strategies that support healthy plants, efficient maintenance, and abundant harvests. Participants will leave with practical tools to design or improve a vegetable garden that works well in their specific conditions.

More Information and registration link to follow.

  • South Beach Demo Garden — March 6th, 3:30 - 4:30 PM
  • LIncoln City Demo Garden — March 12th, 6:00 = 730 PM
  • Waldport Demo Garden — March 14th, 12:00 - 1:30 PM
Photo by Joe Kline
Seed Starting
Radishes sprout from seeds that were planted by second graders in Irene Peterson's class at Woodlawn K-5 School in Portland. The seeds came from Food Hero Grow This! classroom seed-starting kits.

In this class you will learn how to successfully start vegetables from seed for a strong, healthy garden. This class covers timing, containers, soil mixes, light and temperature requirements, and proper care of seedlings from germination through transplanting. Participants will gain the confidence and practical knowledge needed to grow vigorous starts and extend the growing season.

More Information and registration link to follow.

  • Waldport Demo Garden — April 18th, 12:00 - 1:30 PM
  • LIncoln City Demo Garden — April 23rd, 6:00 = 730 PM
  • South Beach Demo Garden — April 24th, 3:30 - 4:30 PM
Photo byAmanda Loman
Planting Your Garden
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Learn best practices for planting seeds and transplants into the garden. This class covers proper timing, soil preparation, spacing, and planting techniques, along with essential early care such as watering, protection from weather and pests, and helping young plants establish successfully. Participants will gain practical guidance to ensure a strong start and healthy growth in the outdoor garden.

More Information and registration link to follow.

  • LIncoln City Demo Garden — June 4th, 6:00 = 730 PM
  • South Beach Demo Garden — June 5th, 3:30 - 4:30 PM
  • Waldport Demo Garden — June 6th, 12:00 - 1:30 PM
Image by Delynn Talley from Pixabay
Common Diseases and Pests in the Garden
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In this class you will earn to identify and manage the most common insects and pests that affect vegetable gardens in the Pacific Northwest. This class covers recognizing pest damage, understanding beneficial insects, and using practical, environmentally responsible treatment strategies. Participants will gain the skills needed to respond effectively to pest problems while protecting plant health and garden ecosystems.

More Information and registration link to follow.

  • South Beach Demo Garden — July 24th, 3:30 - 4:30 PM
  • Waldport Demo Garden — August 8th, 12:00 - 1:30 PM
  • LIncoln City Demo Garden — TBD
Diagram from Virginia Tech Learning Resources Center, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University.

Our Gardens

Lincoln City

Oregon Coast Community College
3788 SE High School Dr, Lincoln City, OR 97367

South Beach

Oregon Coast Community College
400 SE College Wy, Newport, OR 97366

Waldport

Oregon Coast Community College
3120 S Crestline Dr, Waldport, OR 97394

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