[Homestead] FYI for Folks in Texas
Lynda
lurine at softcom.net
Wed Sep 27 14:00:55 EDT 2006
Red Rock, TX: Workshop on Small Space Sustainable Veggie Gardening
> Red Rock is about 35 miles SE of Austin. >
> HOW TO GROW YOUR OWN FOOD
> 2-Day Workshop October 7 & 14, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm in Red Rock Acres
>
> This practical, hands-on course will teach the basics of how to
> sustainably
> grow all the food you need even if you only have a small space and limited
> resources. This course is for those seeking better health, food security,
> or extra income, and is appropriate for beginners and experienced growers
> alike.
>
> This $70 Workshop includes 12 hours of instruction in a small group,
> binder
> and notes, and the book "The Sustainable Vegetable Garden: a Backyard
> Guide
> to Healthy Soil and Higher Yields" by John Jeavons and Carol Cox.
>
> Contact Marjory Glowka to register.
> (830) 839 4077, forestgarden at gvtc.com
>
> First Class:
> Making compost
> Growing your own compost crops
> Starting Seeds: mixing your own flat soil; sowing a flat
> Nurturing Seedlings: transplanting to a larger flat
> Choosing a site and laying out a bed
>
> Second Class:
> Choosing gardening tools
> Preparing a garden bed: double-digging
> Testing and amending your soil
> Understanding plant spacing, layout, & companion planting
> Watering methods and frequency
> Planning the garden year
>
> ONLY $70
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