One of the most exciting parts of our work in 2017’s Harvest was the introduction of Harvest Hubs. We launched them with the goal of hosting 2-4 prototype hubs inContinue reading “Expanding the Harvest Hubs. New Year’s Resolution #8”
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A Tale of Two Twigs
By Yiling Wong I have two pet twigs in my house. One looks like a stick in the mud, right? Its sister is showing off with little leaves here.Continue reading “A Tale of Two Twigs”
Vote Yes on Proposition 1, Sound Transit Expansion
King County voters will receive their ballots by October 25. We urge City Fruit members, donors, and supporters to vote YES on Proposition 1 – Sound Transit 3 (ST3) –Continue reading “Vote Yes on Proposition 1, Sound Transit Expansion”
City Fruit’s Second Annual Orchard & Harvest Tour!
City Fruit is hosting their second annual Orchard & Harvest Tour on Sunday, October 2nd from 11am-4pm. This self-guided tour, which includes 16 stops, allows you to explore Seattle’s historic orchardsContinue reading “City Fruit’s Second Annual Orchard & Harvest Tour!”
Vote No on Initiative 123
In the next few days, King County residents will receive their August 2 ballots. One particular ballot measure, Initiative 123, has our attention. We urge City Fruit members, donors, andContinue reading “Vote No on Initiative 123”
#GivingTuesday: Why I Donate My Time to City Fruit
When I was 19, I did a summer internship on a family-run organic farm outside Bellingham. I worked in the fields all day planting, harvesting, and weeding, and in theContinue reading “#GivingTuesday: Why I Donate My Time to City Fruit”
Getting Started with Mason Bees
In just two hours of your time each year, you can significantly increase the amount of fruit your trees produce. And you’ll have fun doing it. Just add gentle-natured masonContinue reading “Getting Started with Mason Bees”
Luscious Landscaping with Fruits — A Special Lecture by Lee Reich
Lee Reich considers himself a farmdener — more than a gardener, less than a farmer. And next month, the nationally recognized fruit tree and landscape expert will give a special talk in Seattle.Continue reading “Luscious Landscaping with Fruits — A Special Lecture by Lee Reich”
The cherries are coming!
In my opening New to Fruit Trees blog, I said I was disappointed not to find a single fruit tree in my yard after moving to Seattle from Washington, DC.Continue reading “The cherries are coming!”
Celebrate Spring; Two great classes this weekend!
The weather outside is perfect for getting back into your garden, and perfect for pollinators to make their rounds in the fruit trees. If you’re looking for something to do thisContinue reading “Celebrate Spring; Two great classes this weekend!”