Eat the Yard! Organic Edible Gardening 3-Part Series

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FULLERTON, CA – Tomatoes, squash, peppers, herbs, corn, beans, melons and more! Thanks to our Southern California climate, you can experience the simple joys of growing delicious, nutritious food in your own garden year-round – using less water than it takes to grow your lawn.

Join us on March 5 for the Series Part I: Intro to Edible Gardening. Classroom instruction and hands-on practice in our own Organic Vegetable Garden are led by gardener Jonathan Davis. The class covers low-labor lawn removal, soil amendment, planning for efficient use of space and resources, starting plants from seeds, companion planting and polyculture (e.g. growing squash, corn, and beans together in a three-sisters arrangement), and water conservative irrigation practices. Class fee includes a set of starter seeds to plant at home.

Jonathan Davis is an ethnobotanist, gardener, and passionate foodie. The class includes gardening outside; a hat and outdoor clothing are recommended. 

Intro to Edible Gardening takes place Saturday, March 5 in the Pavilion classrooms. Choose one session: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. or 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Preregistration is recommended, as space is limited. Call 657-278-3407 by Wednesday, March 2. Class fees are $20/members, $25/nonmembers. Sign up for all three classes are receive a discount! All 3 classes for $50/members; $60/nonmembers.

Part II: Eyes on the Harvest will take place Saturday, April 9.

Part III: Harvesting & Looking  Ahead will take place Saturday, May 7. Additional information is available on our website: http://www.fullertonarboretum.org/edu_general_adult.php.

Established in 1979, the Fullerton Arboretum has served the community as a premier resource for ecological, horticultural and historical education.  The Fullerton Arboretum is the largest botanical garden in Orange County. There is not a charge for admission, however voluntary contributions are encouraged at the main entrance to support our gardens and educational programs.  Encompassing 26 lush acres, The Fullerton Arboretum has assembled a permanent collection of over 4,000 unique and unusual plant species from around the world.  With its ponds, streams and wildlife, the Fullerton Arboretum offers a tranquil retreat from a fast-paced urban life.

The Fullerton Arboretum is located on the CSUF campus one block west of the 57 freeway at Yorba Linda Blvd. and Associated Road. For further information on classes, programs and events, call (657) 278-3407 or visit our website at www.fullertonarboretum.org.