A workshop on the key characteristics of soil, their importance, and how to maintain healthy garden soil.

” The soil is the foundation of a healthy garden, whether it is a lawn, a vegetable garden or a simple flower garden.”

This workshop is presented by Roger and Judith of Lincoln University who are tutors in the Soil Science Department. They run soil science laboratories for undergraduate classes, and Roger lectures to Diploma students.

Bring along an ice cream container of your vegetable garden soil if you would like to have it assessed.

Gold coin donation appreciated.

 

Our Sponsors

A big thank you to our wonderful sponsors!

We extend our sincere appreciation to all our sponsors, Rata Foundation, Selwyn District Council, COGS, Lottery Community and Lincoln University.

The Fruit Tree Workshop has been cancelled.

Unfortunately due to the move to level 2 and the requirement for social distancing we have decided not to run this workshop on Saturday.

Thank you for your support and we hope to see you in the future!

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A workshop conducted by Greg Quinn

Greg Quinn of Home Orchard Care has spent over twenty years working on private and commercial orchards in New Zealand, Australia and the United Kingdom.  He now provides maintenance services for backyard fruit trees, from new plantings to neglected trees.

Greg says:

“Not unlike people, fruit trees can often either be cured of pests and diseases or with help can live on for a time with the ailment. Regular and correct pruning in combination with a basic spray programme can ensure many fruitful years for the home orchard”.

A $5 koha per person will be appreciated as cash at the workshop.

Garden tools and plant containers of a wide range of sizes for sale.