Organic Seed Starting Workshop

SEED STARTING WORKSHOP

 WHERE:
  My Farm
  299 Lemmon St
  Pierson FL, 32180

WHEN:   
 Sept 8, 2012     9am-11am

COST:    
$15/adult PLUS $20 supply fee
$8/child PLUS $20 supply fee
Supply fee may be shared by 2 people



Put on your gardening clothes & join me for a hands on organic seed starting workshop.  I will guide you as you learn by doing.  Using my tried & true farm made seed starting mix, you will seed a tray of veggies to take home for your fall garden along with plenty of extra seeds to make later plantings.  All materials will be provided.  Adults will seed broccoli, red scallions, & several kinds of lettuces.  Kids will seed fragrent lemon balm, & several super yummy asian greens.  Fun & informative, you will learn seed starting tricks & gardening tips appropriate for Central Florida home gardening & be inspired to take full advantage of our unique fall growing season.   SUPPLY FEES MUST BE PAID IN ADVANCE & RECEIVED BY AUG 23.  If unable to attend due to unexpected circumstances you may arrange to pick up your supplies.  Checks should be made payable:  Pauline Copello & mailed to me at the farm address above.  EMAIL: pcopello325@gmail.com  to reserve your place.

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