We wouldn't be able to grow anything without pollinators!In this workshop you'll learn: What a pollinator is. About how important pollination is in our school gardens. How to plant to attract pollinators. Activities and lessons about pollination to do with your students.
SOLD OUT--Learn the skills and tools needed to start your own seedlings at home this year. Topics will include choosing the proper soil, crops, trays, pots, and lighting along with a hands-on seed planting activity. A list of resources will be provided for purchasing the seeds and equipment that will be discussed. Each participant will […]
In Partnership with Grow Pittsburgh, Allegheny County Conservation District will host a Free Soil Lead Screening for county residents. In Allegheny county, there has been a surge in interest in backyard gardening as well as revitalization of vacant lot space to be used for urban agriculture, community green space, play yard construction, and more. Get […]
Learn how to plan out a multipurpose community garden space to function how you need it to, and learn to build it so that it'll last. We'll touch on many topics, from groundhog fencing and raised bed supplies to methods for designing accessible garden gathering spaces for young kids and older adults. We'll also tackle […]
In this Intro level Garden Basics workshop, attendees will learn about the basic needs of plants. We will discuss how to choose a garden location, when and how to plant your garden, and different types of plants you can grow! Come with all of your gardening questions!
Join us for a quick & dirty on organic gardening geared towards folks who are managing or participating in community gardens. We'll cover the most essential gardening basics: soil health pests and diseases garden planning tips for watering, weeding and mulching We'll bring it home to topics specific to community gardens: low-maintenance growing strategies gardening […]
Are you a grower interested in expanding your growing project and need more space? Are you a property owner and are interested in a grower using your space? Join us for a conversation where we hear from and Farmer and Landlord on their experience with land leasing. Join us to discuss the importance of having […]
An introduction to composting for backyard gardeners and community gardens. This zoom workshop will introduce gardeners to the fundamentals of creating healthy composts. Learn the basics of soil and decomposition science, management of compost ingredients and how to build and utilize various compost systems at home. A Q&A session following the presentation will allow participants […]
In this workshop attendees will learn about growing plants in pots and containers. We will discuss some pros and cons of container gardening, learn about good container varieties to grow, and there will be a hands-on component where participants can take home their own "self watering" pot. Geared towards beginner urban and small scale growers.
Learn how easy it is to grow gourmet mushrooms in your own backyard! Get an overview of the fascinating world of fungi and how you can incorporate their many attributes into your gardening. Participants will get a hands-on learning experience and go home with the supplies to grow their own winecap mushrooms, as well as […]
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