Join local gardener Troy Carrigan in a series of classes focused on growing food using the Mittleider method. This series is open to the public. Please see dates and details for each session below. If you have questions, please call us at (231) 885-1120.
At The Mesick Public Library
Wednesdays from February 19th - April 30th (with the exception of April 16th) at 10:00 A.M.
February 26th - Garden Planning - Increase your yield by laying out your garden based on Hardiness, Height and Hunger
March 5th - Six Laws of Plant Growth - Learn how Light, Temperature, Air, Water, Nutrition and Competition affect your garden - and what to do about it!
March 12th - Seedling Production - Learn special techniques for successful seed starting so you can save money and improve your plant starts.
March 19th - Protecting Your Garden from Competition - Learn creative strategies for protecting your garden from bugs, weeds, birds and other types of competitors.
March 26th - Pruning and Maintenance - Pruning and maintaining plants increases production and creates a healthier, more beautiful garden.
April 2nd - Harvest to Harvest with Heirloom Seeds - Save money, control your seed quality and replenish your seed bank year after year - for free!
April 9th - Extending Your Growing Season - Extend the short Michigan growing season by as much as six weeks with easy to use A-Frames. Cover your entire garden in 10 minutes!
April 16th - Growing Vertically to Maximize Space - Growing vertically increases yields, adds light and air circulation, reducing disease and molds. Makes harvesting easier, too!
April 23rd - Proper Plant Nutrition - Feeding plants all the nutrients they need is the same as you taking vitamins for your health. Proven system!
April 20th - Automate Your Irrigation - Learn how to build and install an irrigation system that cuts water usage by 90% while reducing weeds and diseases.
