Spring Crops and Regenerative Soil Building

April is the perfect time for planting Broccoli, Kale, Cauliflower, Collards, and Cabbage, known as the Cole Crops.  Now is the time of planting a wide range of spring greens. In this workshop, you will learn how to build and nourish the soil so these cool season vegetables can thrive.  Since your garden depends on healthy soil, and it’s best to prepare the soil in advance of planting, we will discuss practical soil building strategies and composting techniques to apply right away and throughout the season.  We will explore different easy, low cost methods to create and improve garden beds using local materials.  You will learn how to assess your soil, understand what it needs, and choose amendments that support strong, nutrient-dense harvests.  Handouts include your monthly “to do” list, soil and composting guides, and companion planting strategies to help your spring crops succeed.

This is the April class of the Grow Your Own Produce workshop series.