Great for friends & family!

Duration

3 Hours

About

Join Us for our Gardening 101 Classes. This five-week Saturday morning course runs in the spring season if we have enough interest.

Lesson 1: Soil, Fertilization, and Nutrient Management – Covering the basics of soil composition, texture, and structure. – Discussing the importance of understanding whether soil testing is necessary based on individual preferences and requirements. – Exploring the role of organic matter and nutrient content for healthy plant growth, along with different types of fertilizers, their nutrient content, and application methods.

Lesson 2: Watering and Sprinkler Systems and types of gardening – Exploring the importance of proper watering techniques and the benefits of using sprinkler systems. – Discussing water requirements for different plants and how to design an efficient sprinkler system for your garden. – Square foot garden – vertical gardening – Back to Eden

Lesson 3: Plant Selection and Companion Planting – Focusing on selecting the right plants for your garden based on soil type, sunlight, and climate. – Covering proper planting techniques and essential care practices for different types of plants.

Lesson 4: Garden Maintenance and Pruning – Focusing on the art of pruning and maintaining healthy plants. We will be pruning several fruit trees we have in our 15 gallon buckets. – Covering the benefits of pruning, proper pruning techniques for different plant types, and overall garden maintenance.

Lesson 5: Pest and Disease Management – Addressing common garden pests and diseases and how to manage them effectively. – Discussing organic pest control methods, disease prevention strategies, and the importance of monitoring plant health.

This series of lessons provides a well-rounded understanding of gardening, covering soil management, plant care, watering techniques, garden maintenance, and pest management.