Growing Vegetables in the South Sound: A Workshop for Gardeners of All Levels

When: Sunday, March 10 and Sunday March 17, 1-4pm
Where: Urban Futures Farm, 928 Wilson St NE, Olympia

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.  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 pests and disease
  • Season extension

The cost for the workshop is $50.  To register, send an email to urbanagrarian@comcast.net.  Payment will be accepted at the first class, either cash or check.

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.