Even though we’re still a few weeks away from planting, preparations are well under way for the 2014 gardening season. The remaining soil for the garden and some chickenpoop fertilizer should be delivered soon.
Some of the behind-the-scenes happenings include sourcing a water tank and water delivery system, a shed and fencing for the garden. These items do cost money, so if anyone has leads on where we can find them for little or no cost, please let us know.
There are also a number of great workshops planned over the next few weeks, and don’t miss your chance to participate in our annual Garage Sale. Read on for more details!
Garden Plots
Still a few garden plots available for this season!
Thanks to those of you who have already registered and paid for your garden plots for this season. There are still a few plots available. If you’re interested, please contact us at trailsendgarden@gmail.com.
Garden Orientation
Orientation Session for This Year’s Gardeners
Wednesday, June 11
8:00 – 9:00 pm
– at the Trails End Community Garden
There will be an orientation session for this year’s gardeners to go over the garden guidelines, watering procedures, composting and other garden-related matters.
This session is mandatory, so please make sure that at least one gardener from your household can make it.
Workshops
* unless otherwise indicated, all workshops take place at the Trails End Community Garden
Soil Fertility
with Lone Sorensen
Thursday, May 8
7:30 – 9:30pm
Come learn about soil fertility. We will do soil testing, and learn how to prepare the soil for both direct sowing seeds and for planting seedlings.
Fee: voluntary donation
Build a Composter from Pallets
with Marc Casas
Saturday, May 24, 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Learn how to build an attractive compost bin using a cheap, abundant local resource – wooden pallets!
Fee: voluntary donation
Twigs to Help Your Garden Grow
with Noelene Byrne
Come out and learn how to make sturdy, rustic twig structures that add beauty to your garden while providing practical supports for growing plants.
June, date to be announced
Stay tuned for more details.
Vertical Pallet Garden Boxes
June, date to be announced
Learn how to build attractive garden boxes using our favourite building material once again, wooden pallets!
Stay tuned for more details.
Garage and Seedling Sale
Trails End and 49A Avenue Community Garage Sale
Saturday, June 7
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Help make this our most successful community garage sale effort to date, by joining in the fun and holding your household garage sale along with your neighbours. Support the Community Garden by purchasing seedlings!
Donations from your earnings to the Trails End Community Association will be gratefully accepted.
How can I show my support even if I’m not gardening?
Even if you’re not interested in a garden plot, or end up on the waiting list, please consider supporting us by becoming a member of the Trails End Community Association, which is the organization that represents the Community Garden.
This year, your support will be recognized in our wooden flower garden, and with a sampling of produce.
For more information, please see our application form.