Calling all new and experienced gardeners!

Want a stronger connection to your food and where it comes from? Want a chance to network with neighbors and others in your community interested in edible gardening?

Food Well Alliance, the Atlanta Botanical Garden, and Park Pride are pairing up to launch a brand new series of summer workshops at community gardens across metro Atlanta. Whether you’re a novice or a gardening pro, come prepared to learn from experts who will provide hands-on teaching and demonstrations.

All workshops will feature light refreshments, opportunities to network, and instruction on the following topics:

• Pest and Disease Management / Crop Rotation
  – Common pests and what to look for
  – Homemade or organic pest control such as traps, soapy sprays, horticulture oil, common crop rotations & companion plant combinations
• Irrigation, Harvesting and Post-harvest Management
  – Irrigation Methods – Water wand nozzles, watering hoses, drip irrigation, soaker hoses, sub irrigated planters, ollas/oya (clay pot irrigation), rain barrels
  – Harvesting Techniques – hand harvesting
  – Post-harvest Management – washing and storing produce, weighing, sorting, added value products (canning, preserves, teas, tinctures resources), cut flowers & how to read harvesting guidelines
• Tools & Equipment
  – Tool rental options for larger tools
  – Tool maintenance and care, storage & cleaning

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