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Ask our Help Desk: How do I prepare my soil for gardening?

February 12, 2016 by Ecology Center

Spring must be in the air – we are getting many questions about how to prepare soil for gardening this season. Here’s some commonly asked questions we’ve been fielding, with some online resources to get you pointed in the right direction. Do you have more questions? At the bottom of this post, we list all… Read more »

Winter Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop at EcoHouse, 2/7/16

January 27, 2016 by Ecology Center

Growing your own food from trees is a satisfying, abundant way to eat and share your favorite varieties. Getting started and caring for a tree in your garden does require some special knowledge. Whether you want to learn how to better take care of your fruit trees, or are interested in picking up tips for… Read more »

Pest Control Questions? Get Answers at Pest Fest, 10/25/15

October 19, 2015 by Ecology Center

Ants, rodents, or slugs – keeping unwelcome critters out of your home and garden doesn’t have to be scary. Join us at the Ecology Center for Pest Fest on Sunday, October 25, 12-4pm! We will have information on least-toxic pest control methods and products, expert speakers, and activities for all ages. Let us know you’re… Read more »

The Down and Dirty: Soil Building Workshop, 8/9/15

August 4, 2015 by Ecology Center

How do you grow more productive, greener, and healthier gardens and farms, with less time and money? The secret is soil – healthy, living soil, that is. Join soil scientist, author, and former agricultural extension instructor, Elizabeth (Ea) Murphy, for a free, 2-hour workshop unlocking the secrets of living soil. Learn how to recognize healthy… Read more »

The Gardener’s Guide to Common-Sense Pest Control, 8/8/13

August 1, 2013 by Ecology Center

Join us on Thursday, August 8th, from 7 pm – 9 pm, at the Ecology Center to hear about solutions for managing garden pests. Recently revised, “The Gardener’s Guide to Common-Sense Pest Control” is an update of the popular book, originally published in 1995, for 21st century gardeners. This guide offers alternatives to pesticides, using… Read more »