Class 1: Mapping/Soils/Bed preparation

Make the most of your garden site.

Get a jump on spring!  The early bird gets the……delicious salad.

$45.00Add to cart

(sliding scale available)
IMG_3648Eat year round from nearly any site.
Shade or sun? Flat or sloping? Sand or clay?
Yes, you can!
How can I grow more vegetables?
Understand your garden’s assets and address its challenges.What do I want to grow? Tips for making your dream list.

– Soil care, amendments and preparation, tailored to our Pacific Northwest maritime climate.
– Tools and tool care
– Garden ergonomics to save your body
– Know your soil: Bring a handful of your soil for expert analysis.

To get the most out of this class, spend some time in your garden site before we begin.   If you’re inspired, sketch your site and take measurements. No idea where to start? Don’t worry, this class will help.

We’ll include brief orientation for the Year Round Harvest Program.  Can’t decide whether to sign up for the full program? Decide after this class and your class fee counts towards full program tuition.

Saturday February 3, 1-3:30 pm.
Cully neighborhood, NE Portland. On bus #75. Off-street bike parking available.

$20-45 sliding scale.

$45.00Add to cart


To pay an amount other than $45, choose “Check Payment” and then send by PayPal to
handmadegardenspdx@gmail.com
or mail to 4446 NE Going St., Portland OR 97218.

Scholarships (for entire series!) and work-trade available.   Call to discuss.  No one turned away for lack of funds.