To Seed or Not to Seed: What Is the Question?

The Crossing Garden Education Series will guide you through a full gardening season -- from starting seeds and nurturing young plants to harvesting big and wrapping things up for the year. Along the way, Master Gardeners will share practical tips, tried-and-true techniques, and a few insider secrets to help your vegetable garden thrive. We'll also dig into some unexpected and unusual crops you can grow alongside your favorite veggies to keep things fresh, fun, and delicious all season long!

Each session will occur on the second Tuesday of the month at 10 a.m. More information about the sessions can be found below.

March 10 - To Seed or Not to Seed: What Is the Question?
Explore whether to start plants from seed, or purchase starts, with an opportunity to start seeds in the greenhouse.

April 14 - Get Out of the House Now!
Learn when to plant seedlings outdoors, with hands-on planting in the garden, and a chance to take a plant home.

May 12 - TBD


June 9 - What the Hey!?!
Discover garden surprises like oddly shaped vegetables and unusual varieties, with a fun taste testing opportunity.

July 14 - TBD


August 11 - Fresh from the Garden
Get a chance to share your favorite recipes made from fresh produce with taste testing some samples of things you can make.

September 8 - Some Things Just Need Covered Up
Learn how to prepare your garden for winter as well as how to properly store your tools.

October 13 - How Did Your Garden Grow?
Reflect on successes and challenges you faced. What practices did you use at home that you learned from the series?