Beginning Gardening

Starting a Vegetable Garden

Bring some ideas and let's get working on that vegetable garden!

Have you ever gone to the grocery store, selected tomatoes and been disappointed? Find yourself thinking "I wish I could grow my own"? With a little effort and knowhow you can grow your own veggies. In this workshop you will review: making a plan, choosing the right location, factors to consider when  planting in the ground, using a raised bed or container, selecting soil and amendments, and choosing which vegetables to plant.

Bring some ideas and let's get working on that vegetable garden!

This program is brought to you in partnership with Evanston Grows. Our speaker, Jocelyn Mallard, is a certified University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener. With over 10 years of community gardening experience, she puts her skills and knowledge to use volunteering for Evanston Grows (EG). EG active role in reducing food insecurity by providing “locally grown produce, nutrition education and building community connections” aligns with her beliefs that good nutrition promotes better health, and every person should have access to quality food. Jocelyn also collaborates with local organizations providing youth and adults gardening workshops.

Part of the summer hygge series. Slow down and relax this summer with EPL programs that center self-care, leisure, and creativity. 

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