School Garden Workshop at Olivewood Gardens

Olivewood Gardens is a gem hidden in National City. Originally built in the late 1800s, the Victorian home is surrounded by vast organic gardens and demonstration gardens for hosting cooking classes, nutrition classes, and gardening workshops. I helped Diana Bergman, program director, lead a workshop called Starting and Sustaining Your School Garden. I taught sections on watering, weeds, critters and curriculum. And I learned so much from the other participants — dedicated parents from schools, Farm to School leadership teams, Natural Resource Conservation District employees, and others. What a wonderful group of people!  And Olivewood is a true paradise. Here’s a link to their website. http://www.olivewoodgardens.org

Olivewood’s giant worm composter

Beautiful hanging succulent frames

Veggie beds covered with translucent shade cloth. Flexible above-ground watering system can be rerouted as needed.

Painted tires become planters

Moon Beans

Olivewood’s well-organized shed

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