Eight hours of hands-on instruction to inspire and challenge you to begin or scale up your own garden!
With Rich Adeyemi, Head Farmer & Educator. Participants are welcomed by donation.
- Reduce your grocery bills
- Connect with nature
- Eat more mindfully and nutritiously
- Increase your family's food security
Module I: The Essentials
SAT. APRIL 27 4 & SUN. APRIL 28
4:00 - 6:00 PM (4 hours)
Topics:
-Why Grow Your Own Food?
-Local Food System Vs Industrial Food System
-Garden Design & Style
-Gardener’s Growing Zone
-Preparing to Grow – Time, Tools, Working with Nature,
Module II: The Building Blocks
(Prerequisite: Module I)
SAT. MAY 4 & SUN. MAY 5
4:00 - 6:00 PM (4 hours)
Topics:
-Crop Planning & Crop Calendar
-Seed Start and Nursery Management
-Pest Management in Urban Garden
-Weed Management in Urban Garden
-Optimizing Soil Health
-Watering & Garden Irrigation Techniques
