This is the comprehensive course at Mat-Su College near Palmer.
Six sessions, plus a field trip. 15 hrs, 1 credit
Fridays Feb 23, & March 1, 8, 22, 29, April 5, 2024
Optional Field trip on Sunday April 14 from 1:30pm to 4pm
The afternoon section is 1:30-4pm. The evening section is 6-8:30pm.
Once a year, I offer this foundational training. No more winging it and guessing. You head into your garden this spring knowing just how to fertilize and manage your growing system for nutrient-dense, healthy vegetables, fruits, flowers, herbs, & grains on any scale of production.
You’ll learn how to put all the parts of sustainable growing together. If you’re ready to grow more food organically, this is the practical course to take. Come join the fun!
You’ll learn how to:
manage slugs, aphids, and other pests without poisons;
make fantastic compost (a hands-on lab experience),
optimize powerhouse soil
protect plants from our cold short season
go home with an arm-load of tips, , catalogs, & expert help.
To register. Credit or audit, Mat-Su College, UAA. 907-745-9746
Ask if you qualify for Senior Waiver status. The easiest way to register is to go into the Student Services office at Mat-Su College. Fill out a one page form, pay your tuition, and presto! You’re registered.
What participants say.
I phoned the office of Johnny’s Selected Seeds because my tomato variety from this company did not fruit. An expert talked with me at length, and asked about my soil, organic matter, soil amendments, growing conditions, dates, spacing, etc. He was very impressed when I pulled out my garden plan and recited all the specific information. He said, “Wow, you know a lot. Where did you learn all that?”
“Oh, from Ellen’s class at Mat-Su College!” I proudly told him. --Jan B, Spring 2007
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My garden and greenhouse kicked ass this summer. Organic gardening really does pay off. My veggies did so much better than my Miracle Grow friends’ veggies. Thanks for being such a good teacher.
--Susan L spring 2018
