Build a strong foundation

Are you a brand new gardener? New to the Missoula climate? Want to brush up on the basics of organic vegetable gardening? This workshop is a great place to start! Join us to learn the basics and start yourself off on the right foot as you begin your gardening adventure.

We’ll cover:

• Missoula’s growing season and frost dates
• The best crops for beginning gardeners
• Direct seeding versus transplanting
• Soil care
• Seasonal challenges
• Our recommendations for tools, weeds, and pests

Emily Kern Swaffar, Community Gardens Director, and Tara Santi, Community Gardens Coordinator, will lead this lecture-style workshop, allowing ample time to address individual questions and concerns.