Edible Gardening Basics for Calgary
Join us at the Land of Dreams for in-person and hands-on learning with the great and knowledgable Janet Melrose!
Date and time
Location
Land Of Dreams, 84 Street Southeast, Calgary, AB, Canada
6525 84 Street Southeast Calgary, AB T2C 4S1 CanadaAbout this event
Welcome to Edible Gardening Basics for Calgary! Join us at Land Of Dreams to learn all about starting your own edible garden in Calgary. This in-person event will cover everything from choosing the right plants for our climate to maintaining a healthy garden throughout the growing season. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just getting started, this event is perfect for anyone looking to grow their own food.
We will cover:
- sowing and transplanting techniques
- water fundamentals
- mulching the garden
- providing cover for vulnerable crops
- companion planting for bountiful gardens, and more...
Let’s celebrate our community and the gardening season!
Date: May 11 from 2 PM - 4 PM
Location: Land Of Dreams, 84 Street Southeast, Calgary, AB, Canada
Frequently asked questions
We are a working farm and garden with uneven ground. As such, some of our spaces are more accessible than others. If you want to ask more about the physical accessibility of our space, please reach out to Nicole at LandOfDreams@ccisab.ca
Weather permitting, we'll be outdoors at the Land of Dreams or in the ATCO trailer at the Land. If the weather takes a turn for the worse, we'll let you know where our back location will be as soon as possible.
Yes! All participants (children included) participating in workshop activities will charged for registration and workshop fees. This workshop includes hands-on activities and involves a balance of speaking and demonstrations from Janet and other participants.
Yes! Our portapotties are installed on-site starting on May 1!
Weather permitting, our workshop will involve some hands on work in our demostration garden bed. Wear clothes and shoes that you feel comfortable getting dusty, dirty or maybe even muddy! If the weather takes a turn for the worse, we have a heated backup location.
Almost all of our workshop supplies will be provided for you. If you would like a warm drink during the workshop please bring a mug for us to fill up! If you like to take notes, please bring a notebook and pen. Reach out if you have any other questions!