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Garden Workshops July 9/10 in Kimberley and Cranbrook
Now is the time to think about feeding all the lush growth that has come out of the past month’s copious amounts of rain and sunshine. Part two of the One World Garden Workshop Series will take a look at various ways to encourage vigorous and productive plants, including:
Organic Fertilizers – Urban farmer Christian Kimber will join us in Cranbrook to share what’s worked for him to keep his plants happy and healthy all season long.
Tomato care – Long-time local gardener Elaine Ransom will share her wisdom at the Kimberley workshop, covering the life cycle and needs of the beloved tomato for healthy plants and plentiful harvest.
Organic pest control & prevention – We’ll cover basic methods including ways to invite the common good guys and prevent the bad guys, and ways to get rid of persistent pests.
The One World Garden Workshops are collaboration between Wildsight Kimberley-Cranbrook, Cranbrook Food Action Committee and Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy as part of the Welcoming Communities project to welcome new immigrants.
“This is an excellent opportunity to learn tips and tricks about gardening locally. The intention is to mingle longer term residents with people new to our community by getting together in the garden to learn,” says One World Coordinator, Shannon Grey Duncan, “Whether you a local resident, are a new immigrant or just new to town come along or bring your friend!”
If you missed the first workshop, don’t let that deter you from coming to this one. Everyone can benefit from the knowledge shared in these workshops, specific to local growing conditions. The workshops are free but registration is required. A light dinner will be provided, thanks to Snowdrift Cafe and including lots of fresh produce from the garden!
Registration Information: The Kimberley workshop will run from 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday, July 9 at the Cominco Community Garden in Townsite. Email [email protected] or phone (250) 427-2535 ext 223.
The Cranbrook workshop will run from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, July 10 at the Cranbrook Public Produce Garden in Eric MacKinnon Park on 18th Ave N between 6 & 8 St.
E-mail [email protected] or phone (250) 427-7981.
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