In this bilingual program, urban agriculture expert David Toledo will guide participants in how to create a regenerative garden.

Through hands-on demonstrations of preparing beds for the winter and outlining the steps for nourishing soil for the season to come, participants will learn to create a long-term plan for a garden that flourishes year after year.

This program meets in person at the Morton Arboretum.

The LGBTQ+ community and allies are invited to join us for forest therapy walks this spring at The Morton Arboretum. The walk will be led by a certified forest therapy guide who is queer. It'll be a fun and inclusive opportunity to connect with nature and each other through gentle walking meditations in a peaceful setting. After the program, stick around to enjoy the grounds, check out the visitor center, and grab a bite to eat at the cafe. Ages 16+ (But contact me if you have younger folks interested in attending.)

Grow better edibles this year with tips for healthy soil from the experts at Contemporary Farmer, Inc. Soil is the foundation of a successful vegetable garden, and you can strengthen that foundation with best practices for soil care.

In this interactive workshop, you will learn how to prepare your soil for spring planting, keep your soil healthy through the hottest days of summer, and use companion planting, cover crops, worm castings, and mulch to build healthy soil.

Using sustainable techniques to build healthy soil will help you reach your goal of growing strong, nutritious plants. No matter your experience, this workshop is useful for all levels of gardeners. The Edible Gardening Series highlights expertise from local organizations working with communities to support food security, environmental justice, and education and skill building.

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Cultiva mejores comestibles este año con los consejos para un suelo saludable de los expertos de Contemporary Farmer, Inc. El suelo es la base de un huerto exitoso y puedes fortalecer esa base con las mejores prácticas para el cuidado del suelo.

En este taller interactivo, aprenderá cómo preparar su suelo para la siembra de primavera, mantener su suelo saludable durante los días más calurosos del verano y usar plantas complementarias, cultivos de cobertura, humus de lombriz y mantillo para construir un suelo saludable.

El uso de técnicas sostenibles para construir un suelo saludable lo ayudará a alcanzar su objetivo de cultivar plantas fuertes y nutritivas. No importa su experiencia, este taller es útil para todos los niveles de jardineros. La serie Edible Gardening destaca la experiencia de las organizaciones locales que trabajan con las comunidades para apoyar la seguridad alimentaria, la justicia ambiental y la educación y el desarrollo de habilidades.

The LGBTQ+ community and allies are invited to join us for forest therapy walks this spring at The Morton Arboretum. The walk will be led by a certified forest therapy guide who is also queer. It'll be a fun and inclusive opportunity to connect with nature and each other through gentle walking meditations in a peaceful setting. After the program, stick around to enjoy the grounds, check out the visitor center, and grab a bite to eat at the cafe. Ages 16+ (But contact me if you have younger folks interested in attending.)