2008 Spring Garden Classes 10:00-1:00  $36 per class…

Registration available on Internet or by Phone 303-679-9921

Saturday March 29th 1st Seed Starting
Get a jump start on Tomatoes, Pumpkins, Eggplants, Peppers, and I can think of many more. The seeds we choose for this class are what I will call two stage, as they’ll need another transplant before they go directly in the garden. We’ll also be planting companion plants like calendula, basil, and marigolds. (*details on seed and flats below)

Saturday April 26th 2nd Seed Starting
This class will be identical to the first in methods; we’ll just be starting different seeds. These will be cooler season seeds that can be transplanted directly outdoors such as broccoli, cabbage, and brusselsprouts to name a few. *

Saturday May 10th Preparing, Planning & Transplanting
From large outdoor gardens to gardening in containers; Be prepared to get dirty! This is class is all about the dirt, what you’ve got, and what you need, soil amendments, and bagged soils; Composting, the good, the bad…and the down right ugly; transplanting those tomatoes, peppers, pumpkins, and seedlings from the March 29th class into one gallon size pots. Seed ‘starter’ is good stuff but now your plants need more growing room as well as growing soil.

Saturday May 31st Planting and Transplanting         A full day in the gardens!
Hands and knees required! From seed sowing directly outdoors to transplanting what we’ve already started. Be prepared to get wet and muddy! Brings your starts and at least one container, (if you are planning container gardens), if you’re planting directly into your own prepared gardens, you’ll transplant some of our starts, just to get the hang of it. Everyone will get to sew some seeds as well. We’ll take an hour and a half break, and then all are welcome to spend the rest of the day with us as we plant. We’ll be happy to do a ‘pot luck’ lunch, depending on what the majority of students want. Tell me on your registration in the ‘comment’ box.  Choose “class only” or “all day plus lunch” on the registration.

July 19th, Fertility and Pests “Organically”
Learn the when and whys of organic fertilizers, timing IS everything! We’re fortunate up here not to have too many pests to deal with, but there’s alway a few. If you grow in green houses or close quarters you’ll have more to deal with. Learn a few organic tricks, and companion planting techniques that will minimize pests issues and maximize your organic fertility.

August 16th, Finishing, Crop Extenders and First Harvest
Seems like we’re in a hurry this time of year, “When will the frosts come?” How am I going to ripen all these green tomatoes?

September 13th Harvest Celebration, Free to students, 11 a.m. through 4 p.m.
Details on this part to come, but expect a great day in the gardens with lots to eat!

*** details on seed starting classes

• Students will take home their own seedlings and it will be up to you to provide their light source, water, good drainage.
• Class fee includes 1 flat of 8 jumbo 6 packs and ‘organic’ seed starting soil.
• Seed prices range from $3 - $6 per package, however classmates may wish to divide and share, (Not sure any one individual will want to raise 25 or 30 tomatoes!)
• Profit and remaining seeds will benefit The Kittredge Children’s Community Garden.
• All materials used in classes will meet or exceed NOP standards.

• SAVE $80 by registering  for all six classes up front!  The “Full Package Deal” includes one free class  and one free Home Consult.   Or pay for two classes ahead of time $72. (I must have two classes at a time registered in order to plan and buy materials)

For more information on classes, feel free to call 303.679.9921

Mail checks to: GivenTrees PO Box 339 Kittredge Colorado 80457

Once your check is received, I will phone you for confirmation. Please give as much contact information on the registration form as you can, and let me know your contact preference.

**More classes will be offered and posted as soon as I can confirm them. Hoping for a few annual basket making classes and at least one herb class so stay tuned!

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