Oakland area workshop to focus on growing food

  • 2023-02-15
Although the climate in the Oakland area is well suited to growing a variety of fruits and vegetables, it is not without its challenges, which will be the focus of an upcoming workshop.

An in-person learning opportunity will help area gardeners to make the most of the So Cal climate. It is one of the classes in the “Grow Your Own Food” schedule being offered by Garden for the Environment, and is part of its mandate of helping area residents to discover the joys of sustainable horticulture.

The activity will address how summer days in the local area can be long and foggy, which can affect plant growth. The attendees will learn about how fertilizing, weeding and other cultural methods can accommodate these conditions, and there will also be tips for troubleshooting problems as and when they arise. Carey Craddock will be the instructor for the activity, and registration must be made in advance.

The workshop will be on offer outdoors, so everyone should dress for the weather and bring along a pad and pen so they can jot down any notes they wish to make. Printed handouts for an educational activity can be prepared by a brochure printing professional.

Garden for the Environment has scheduled this hands-on horticultural session for June 10. It will be held at 1590 7th Avenue in San Francisco.