Lessons in the Garden
Wanted! Beginning gardeners to participate in a gardening project sponsored by the Cornell University Cooperative Extension of Allegany/Cattaraugus Counties.
The “Hands-On Gardening” project will offer participants a chance to learn how to garden under the watchful guidance and direction of experienced Master Gardeners. In addition to working their small garden plots, participants will be able to take part in a series of mini-workshops on a variety of gardening topics.
”Hands-On Gardening” will be held at 1516 Randolph Road, just outside the village of Alfred, beginning in mid-May. During the summer, participants will grow their own vegetables using a variety of creative techniques. They will learn the value of compost and how to build a compost bin. They will learn about soil, seeds, multi-cropping, good bugs and bad bugs, raised beds and cold frames.
Before making a commitment to join, however, interested persons should look at their summer schedules to be sure they’re available at least three hours a week for this project. They may want to spend more time on it, but they’ll need at least three hours.
This is an opportunity for six to eight people to take a new path by growing their own vegetables and possibly some flowers, as well. Thefee to take part in this project is $20.00 per person. For pre-registration and fee information contact Colleen Cavagna at 585-268-7644 ext. 12 or email cc746@cornell.edu
