“I’ll be a better gardener thanks to the wealth of information and practical tips that TJ provided during his six-hour garden workshop.  He shared just the right amount of detail to help people of all experience levels develop and sustain productive, environmentally friendly gardens.” – Bruce B.

Saturday, March 21 and Saturday March 28, 1-4pm at Urban Futures Farm, 928 Wilson St NE, Olympia

Worried about where your food will come from in these challenging times? Always wanted to start a vegetable garden, but don’t know where to begin?  Had a vegetable garden but have not been happy with the results?  Been gardening for a while and want to take it to the next level?  This workshop is for YOU!

Over the course of 2 afternoons, we will explore everything you need to know to grow a successful home garden.  The workshop will be a mix of lecture, discussion and hands-on demonstrations. Topics covered will include:

• Site Selection
• Understanding and improving your soil
• Selecting seeds
• Propagating, transplanting and direct seeding
• Rotations and companion planting
• Selecting the right tools
• Irrigation
• Composting
• Dealing with weeds, pests and disease
• Season extension

The workshop will be led by TJ Johnson.  TJ has been growing his own food for over 35 years, including the last 10 years as the owner of Urban Futures Farm, a regenerative, community-focused farm in the heart of Olympia.

The cost for the workshop is $60.  To register, send an email to urbanagrarian@comcast.net.  Payment will be accepted at the first class, either cash or check.