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Growing a vegetable garden that flourishes in the drought

May 3, 2014 @ 10:30 am - 1:00 pm

$18

Join us to learn about creating a bountiful garden in a drought, and have a gourmet lunch in Marcia’s Garden.

An Event in Sebastopol for Supporters, Friends and Members of Slow Food. Tickets $18. Proceeds will benefit the Slow Food Russian River 3 Sisters Garden Project.

Some topics we will be demonstrating and discussing are:

• Best vegetables to plant in the drought: Heirloom/Ark/Hybrid seeds
• Water saving practices: presented by Sonoma Co. Master Gardeners
• Drip irrigation & mulching
• How to make compost in a quick 6 weeks
• Vermicomposting – composting with worms (demonstration)
• Planting in raised beds and containers (demonstration)

Handouts will be included.

Followed by Brunch in the Garden: Coffe Cake, coffee & tea, Torta Rustica, Spring Salad

Please bring a dessert or fruit for 6, plus a beverage of your choice (juice, wine, champagne) to share. Plates etc. will be provided.

Details

Date:
May 3, 2014
Time:
10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Cost:
$18
Website:
http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/632910

Organizer

Slow Food Russian River
Email
russianriverca@slowfoodusa.org
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Venue

Lavine’s
1610 Watertrough Road
Sebastopol, CA 95472 United States
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Phone
707-508-5292