Learn how to start and tend a winter vegetable garden. Growing a garden in winter is possible with our mild California climate. Winter gardens are not just limited to greens and cabbage. This is an intensive, all-day workshop. We will discuss over 30 different kinds of winter vegetables.
Sow a flat to take home to tend and transplant.
Learn how to battle the cold temps, bed preparation, winter pest and disease issues, as well as the critical sow dates for winter crops. This class is held in late summer and early fall, as that is the proper time to start a winter vegetable garden from seed.
Date: August 21, 2010 (Saturday)(9 a.m. to 3 p.m.) or:
Date: September 7, 2010 (Tuesday)(9 a.m. to 3 p.m.) or:
Date: October 3, 2010 (Sunday)(9 a.m. to 3 p.m.)
Choose one of the dates above.
Tuition: $75
Materials Fee: $20
The class is held at Love Apple Farm in Ben Lomond, California. Click here for farm directions and a map. If you've got questions before you register, please contact loveapplefarm@gmail.com.
ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
Class Participants Say:
"Loved it! Think you are fabulous! Looking forward to our 'day long' class!" by Julie
"Cynthia, I am an experienced gardener and I enjoyed your class immensely. Other people who know you also appreciate and praise your work and your sharing! You put a lot of thought into preparing for classes. Thank you for all the materials, suppliers, new veggies, tips! You are doing a terrific job with the farm and you are an inspiration to me." by Inani on 9/25/07
"Great class! I came away with some great plans for my garden.
Your style is great! You don't intimidate us and we feel free to ask
questions." by Rick
"I really felt that you had great information on winter gardening. I feel so inspired." by Carolyn
"I thought the class was great. This is now my second class I have taken with you (tomato seed class). The class moved along in a timely fashion, was interesting throughout and filled with tons of valuable information. I will definitely continue on with your classes. Thanks for offering them!" by Cherie
Cynthia, I really enjoyed the class on Tuesday. You had a nice balance of information for both beginning gardeners and those who have been at it for a while. I've been gardening year-round for a number of years but am always looking for ways to improve my gardening skills. I definitely learned some new tricks from you. And thanks for all the great leads for gardening supplies!
Posted by: Michelle | August 28, 2008 at 12:25 PM
Hi Cynthia,
Thanks for an excellent winter vegetable gardening class on Tuesday, August 26. My lettuce and broccoli plants have already sprouted two days after planted. I guess they like warm, sunny days!
Posted by: Jennifer Chadwick | August 30, 2008 at 04:48 PM
I would have loved to take this class but only got your email today- Aug. 17th. The only class on the schedule I could make is the one tomorrow, Tues. but my day is full of other commitments. Would love more advance notice next time. Thanks.
Posted by: jeanne Simari | August 17, 2009 at 08:41 PM
This is the second class I've taken from Cynthia, the first was her backyard chicken class in April (we just got our first egg this morning!).
Like the chicken class, the winter garden class was comprehensive without being exhaustive or overwhelming. The way in which she leads the class really helps the students take in a great deal of information without getting bogged down by constant questions and comments (she asks us to hold them until the end, which really does make for a better and more valuable class).
I ended up pulling my "winter" squash (planted way too late), per Cynthia's advice, but came home with some purple cauliflower, pak choi, onions and other goodies to replace them. The advice about protecting against frost and pests was especially useful.
And after you leave, she's always willing to answer any questions via email, often responding in a matter of minutes (not necessary, but really cool).
I highly recommend all of her classes and will likely take more. People drive from all over the greater Bay Area, so I'm grateful I live just a mile away.
Posted by: Steve Tanner | September 02, 2009 at 08:53 PM
Hi Cynthia,
Thank you for your eye opening class on winter veggies. What I learned in your class is a "life changing" event for my garden. Knowing now what I did not know, I'm amazed my humble little garden has ever produced anything. But plants are amazing. It is their persistence that makes me admire them so. Hopefully, they won't have to try so hard any more.
Posted by: Sara S. | September 13, 2009 at 01:06 PM
Thank you Cynthia! I enjoyed the class, and as usual, learned a great deal. I'm looking forward to implementing all of the wonderful advice you were able to pass on in my own garden. Having felt guilty for not keeping my raised beds going through the winter months, I now feel like I not only can do that, but will likely need to put in a couple of new beds to allow for all of the new crops I want to plant---now that I know what/when/where/how to plant!
best, Kelly
Posted by: Kelly Hoover | September 14, 2009 at 12:51 PM
Can't say enough 'good' about this class! My second class here at Love Apple Farm and the education is priceless. Her class is run at a nice pace.......class time, walk thru her garden....learning about pests, problems, how to plant seeds and transplants. Always a treat to see her garden...that in itself is an education! A quick lunch and than planting seeds and learning care for them.......48 little containers planted and now I'm waiting for them to sprout! Love her little freebies at the end of class.....transplants ready to go into the garden. And you bet I'll be back for another class! Thanks Cynthia and gang!
Posted by: Annette Moeller | October 06, 2009 at 08:19 AM