Edible Garden Series: From Design to Harvest

It's never too early to prepare your garden--or future garden--for planting season. Sign-ups have begun!

The EPA Regional Backyard Gardener Network is pleased to announce the availability of a low-cost gardening workshop for members of the East Palo Alto and East Menlo Park communities. Taught by Drew Harwell, a local gardening expert, this three part course will take place at the Collective Roots garden in East Palo Alto, and at the Common Ground Demonstration Garden in Palo Alto. Approximately 20 spots will be available for both new and experienced gardeners. While the course will be taught in English, Collective Roots will provide on-site translation for Spanish speakers.

Workshop description:
Learn garden design and planning, composting, soil testing and preparation, seed propagation and transplanting, watering, and how to nurture healthy edible crops. You can create a garden oasis of beautiful edibles in the front, side or back of the home. Master harvesting techniques and learn what compost crops to plant after harvest. Permaculture design and GROW BIOINTENSIVE methods harmonize together in this special series. Both new and experienced gardeners will gain valuable knowledge to create gardens of nutritious and delicious organic food in your homes and neighborhoods. Make lasting friendships! Learn about proper tools, supplies, books and resources throughout the course. Drew is the talented and wonderful Common Ground Demonstration Garden Manager and the manager of Jesse Cool’s Seeds of Change Garden.

WHAT: three-part gardening workshop (three 4-hour classes)
WHEN: March 13, April 24, and May (specific date TBD) from 9am to 1pm
WHERE: Collective Roots garden (East Palo Alto) & Common Ground Demonstration Garden (Palo Alto)
COST: just $15, with scholarships available for those who cannot provide all or a portion of the cost. All proceeds benefit the EPA Regional Backyard Gardener Network.

Registration deadline extended! LIMITED SPACES STILL AVAILABLE.

To register online, please complete and submit the online form below. To register by mail, download the sign-up form (click here) and submit it with your payment to Backyard Gardener Network, Collective Roots, PO Box 50784, East Palo Alto, 94303. Checks should be made out to "Collective Roots." You may also fax in your registration to (650) 847-1544.