Productive Home Garden - Part II : July 20th
Part II: In the Weeds
Target Audience:
- Home Gardners interested in maintaining and getting the most out of their home vegetable gardens. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions, share experiences, and gain personalized insights into overcoming common gardening challenges.
By the end of the workshop, participants will leave with a comprehensive understanding of gardening principles and techniques, along with the confidence and skills needed to maintain a productive and sustainable garden.
This workshop is planned for Saturday, July 20th 2024. If the weather is completely uncooperative we will reshchedule to the following day.
***Bonus*** Attendees are also entitled to a Discount code for 25% off any potted plants and seeds in our store.
Note: Select Workshop under delivery options if outside the free delivery range.
Workshop Overview:
Duration: 1/2 Day (4 hours)
Overview: Join us for an immersive workshop designed to equip participants with the skills and knowledge necessary to maintain a thriving garden. Whether you're a novice or seasoned gardener, this workshop offers something for everyone. The workshop will cover three main areas to get the most out of your vegetable gardens:
General Skills:
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Weed Management: Learn effective strategies for weed prevention, suppression, and manual or organic control methods to maintain a weed-free garden environment.
- Managing Pests and Diseases: Develop the ability to identify common garden pests and diseases, including intervention and prevention measures to protect your crops.
- Foliar and Soil Amendments: Understand the importance of nutrient balance in plant health and learn how to apply foliar sprays and soil amendments to optimize plant growth and vitality.
Growing Skills:
- Fertility Management: Explore techniques for soil fertility enhancement through organic matter addition and nutrient balancing, ensuring optimal conditions for robust plant growth.
- Optimal Harvesting: Master the art of harvesting at the peak of freshness and flavor, maximizing yields and quality while prolonging the productivity of your garden. We will also discuss curing and storage of special crops like onions, garlic and squash.
- Managing Common Pests and Diseases: Gain insights into cultural, biological, and ecological approaches to minimize pest and disease damage sustainably.
- Succession Planting: Learn the art of timing and planning successive plantings to ensure a continuous harvest throughout the growing season, optimizing space and resources.
Technology:
- Rainwater Collection and Irrigation: Discover the benefits of rainwater harvesting systems for sustainable water management, and learn how to design and implement efficient irrigation systems to meet the specific needs of your garden.
- Drip Tape: Explore the advantages of drip irrigation systems in delivering precise and targeted water and nutrient delivery directly to plant roots, conserving water and reducing weed growth.
- Greenhouse Management: Delve into climate control and ventilation, pest and disease management, maximizing the potential of protected cultivation.
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