A series of seminars by Robert Wiseman in conjunction with South East Essex Organic Gardeners
DATE AND TIME: Saturday 5 June, 9.30am
DETAILS OF EVENT
To encourage the “growing of your own food” both on an allotment, in your own garden and even on the patio using the principles of organic gardening. With more young people becoming interested in growing their own fruit and vegetables it is important that they are successful in their efforts, thus helping to build a new generation of gardeners.
CONTENT
- The soil: composts and manures, a DIY approach
- Getting started: how to grow, crop rotation
- Weed control: managing the plot
- Pest control: companion planting and organic control
- Using your space: crops to grow in a small space, what to grow, easy vegetables
- Practical demonstration on four easy vegetables to grow on the patio, which will vary depending on season.
VENUE
Crowstone Christian Centre, Crowstone Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, SS0 8LH
(Small Hall left of Church)
ADMISSION PRICE
Everybody is welcome at these seminars, for which we will ask you to
give a voluntary donation. Please book early to avoid disappointment,
or just turn up on the day!
All delegates will receive a full set of notes, normally on CD (or paper by request)
Tea and coffee will be provided free.
EVENT CONTACT DETAILS
- Robert Wiseman
- 0794 1078135
- robert.wiseman@talk21.com
- http://www.seeog.org.uk/
Related News and Events:
- Learn to Grow Your Own Food in Essex
- SE Essex Organic Gardeners are Trying to Build a New Generation of Gardeners!
- Southend-on-Sea Plant Sale on 15th May
- THE FIRST SE ESSEX POTATO DAY!
- A Talk On Herb Farming In Essex – Monday 16 May
