Tuesday, November 14th at 5pm AZ - Tree Chat on 2nd Tuesday (4pm Pacific/7pm Eastern) This month we talk about Pruning Fruit Trees with our mentor Tom Spellman who has decades of experience maintaining and caring for Fruit Trees. We'll discuss the ins and outs of proper pruning, including the best timing for your trees […]
Our modern-day grains have gone through huge genetic changes and many would say not particularly for the better. There is a harkening back to ancient and heritage grains that are better for bellies, taste great and are easy to grow. Join us for this Seed Chat to learn about the Fresh Flour movement and how it is taking the country by storm. Come Chat with Us!
Tuesday, November 28th 4pm Pacific /5pm Mountain & AZ / 6 pm Central / 7pm Eastern Arizona will be 5pm MST/PDT - TIME CHANGE with Farmer Greg and Enoch Graham gardenchat.org Vermicomposting is an incredibly useful gardening skill that converts kitchen scraps and garden waste into gardener's gold. Join us as we chat with our […]
Greg Peterson, Don Titmus and Janis Norton will co-host this class designed to help explain some of the new terms and concepts that are the foundation of permaculture including: What is 'Permaculture' and where this idea came from? Why permaculture can make a difference in our daily lives?
Greg Peterson, Don Titmus and Janis Norton will co-host this class designed to help explain some of the new terms and concepts that are the foundation of permaculture including: What is 'Permaculture' and where this idea came from? Why permaculture can make a difference in our daily lives?
Who doesn’t love wildflowers? Contrary to popular belief you don’t toss wildflowers on your land and hope they grow. Like most crops they need special tending to get them started. If you are really daring, you might mimic the patterns of the plants whose seeds you want to sprout. But keep in mind wild plants put out thousands of seeds because so many don’t make it. They are looking for the odds to be in their favor. Oh and organic wildflower seeds? Sorry you will probably have to make your own. So many wonderful things can happen when we learn the dance of wildflower propagation. Come Chat with Us
Tuesday, January 9th at 6pm AZ The long term health of fruit trees in our extreme desert climate depends on three aspects of loving and caring for your fruit tree: Planting, watering, and applying fertilizers at the right times. Plants need to eat and drink daily just like we do, so fertilizing them once a […]
Ready to pick up one or more extra fruit trees or planting supplies? The pickup phase of the Urban Farm Fruit Tree Program is only in January for Deciduous trees, bushes and vines, However, we do have some trees that were not picked up and we need to get them to good homes. The General […]
Tuesday, February 13th at 6pm AZ For many of us, we have newly-planted trees. Let’s chat about what to expect and how to give your trees the best chance for success. "So, You Got Your New Trees Planted, Now What?" An updated class on three keys to your fruit tree success In this class we […]
In this edition of Seed Chat, Bill McDorman and Greg Peterson simplify the intricate world of flower anatomy into digestible insights for any level of gardener. Emphasizing the relevance of understanding flower parts, the duo investigates flowers, and fruits, highlighting their functions and significance in plant life. Bill and Greg’s informative and fun approach makes plant science accessible and relevant for all. Come Chat with Us!
When adding a new animal to your homestead, especially a new KIND of animal, there are things that you can do to help ensure they have a good smooth transition to your place. Minimizing stress by doing a few key things can help your new critters be healthy
Don’t throw away seeds collected for years. Do a germ test. Germination testing is a vital step in ensuring the viability of seeds before planting. Bill McDorman and Greg Peterson will talk about the process and show you how to determine the percentage of seeds that successfully germinate. Then you can plant them right into the ground. Learning how to germ test empowers growers with crucial insights into seed quality, helping you make informed decisions on seed selection and planting strategies. Come Chat with Us!
