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  • From: "Lynda" <lurine AT softcom.net>
  • To: <homestead AT lists.ibiblio.org>
  • Subject: [Homestead] FYI for Folks in Texas
  • Date: Wed, 27 Sep 2006 11:00:55 -0700

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





  • [Homestead] FYI for Folks in Texas, Lynda, 09/27/2006

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