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October 2021
Ecological Succession & Soil: Working with Nature (part of The Science of Edible Gardening Series)
Great soil is critical to successful gardening. Discover how soils are created and understand how ecosystems evolve over time. Bring along a soil sample for us to analyse together as we explore different soil types. Discuss how different soil types can impact your gardening, and how to improve your soil. Understand how nature manages soil and ecosystems, and learn to apply this knowledge to your garden. This may be through using weeds as soil indicators (avoid the need for expensive…
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Photosynthesis: Just add water, air and sunlight (as part of The Science of Edible Gardening Series)
Photosynthesis is the method by which plants use sunlight to convert water and air to sugar. It is an essential process that, in one way or another, supports all life on Earth. This workshop in the Science of Edible Gardening Series, looks at the three inputs into photosynthesis: - Sunlight - Water - Air Explore how light changes throughout the year and how it may impact your garden. Most edible plants require full sun, but learn about a few that…
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