Events Search and Views Navigation
August 2019
Making Natural Dyes
Come and learn about natural dying techniques using the plants that grow right around you! We will be using commonly found weeds, flowers and leaves to dye fabrics.
Find out more »September 2019
Free Soil Lead Screening
Bring your soil to ACCD at Grow Pittsburgh's Garden Resource Center to have it instantly tested for lead and arsenic, for free. These two contaminants are common in Urban Areas, and bad for health, so it's always good to check the soil in your yard and garden areas to be safe. Bring one or more soil samples (approx. 1/2/ cup, dry and crumbled up) in clear plastic Ziploc bags. More than 1 sample is ok! Staff will test your soil…
Find out more »How to Grow & Care for Heirloom Peppers
Come and learn how to grow heirloom peppers like a professional! Learn how to grow and care for your home pepper garden that will take your culinary dishes to the next level. Participants will learn about seeding and cultivating, in both in-ground beds and containers! Workshop includes a tour of Churchview Farm, a takeaway, and parking.
Find out more »