Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center is hosting a spring series of instructional regenerative agriculture classes with former Giving Garden Manager Craig Floyd. The series of classes is free for both DPNC members and non-members through a grant from the Eastern Connecticut Community Garden Association.
Classes on April 6 and May 18 are via Zoom, and the class in June will be held in person at the Craig Floyd Giving Garden, Coogan Farm, 162 Greenmanville Avenue, Mystic, CT 06355. Registration links for each class are listed below class description.
Seed Starting & Preparing the Garden
Saturday, April 6, 9-10:30 am
Online (Link to program will be sent via email following registration)
Learn best practices for starting seeds indoors, including augmenting potting soil, inoculating seeds, how to plant and what kind of light, heat and water requirements your seedlings need. In addition, Farmer Craig will discuss preparing your garden for seeds and seedlings.
Companion Planting
Saturday, May 18, 9-10:30 am
Online (Link to program will be sent via email following registration)
While some flavors pair well together, such as tomatoes and basil in marinara sauce, some vegetables and flowers support or inhibit the growth of other plants. Learn how to improve the yield of plants sharing the same bed before adding seeds or transplants into the ground.
Maintaining the Garden
Saturday, June 22, 9-10:30 am
Meets at Craig Floyd Giving Garden, Coogan Farm, 162 Greenmanville Avenue, Mystic
Maintaining the garden is an ongoing task with foliar feeding, mulching, pruning, bug control, weed control and plant protection. Learn best practices for maintaining your garden as it matures through the season. Class held in person at the Craig Floyd Giving Garden.
