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Veggie Gardening

Botany for Gardeners

Wednesday, May 18, 2022 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Single Session
Wednesday, May 18, 2022
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Online
A Zoom link will be sent with your registration confirmation.

Description

Optimize your garden by learning the science behind how plants grow! By understanding the structure of plants and how they function, you can provide a better environment for them to grow and produce to their full potential. In this live virtual class, you’ll learn about:

  • Basics of plant structure and plant morphology
  • The energy cycle of plants and plant pigments
  • How plants move nutrients from the air and soil into their stems and leaves
  • Pollination basics

This online class will contain an interactive lecture and time for Q & A.We will examine live plants and study schematics and illustrations through a visual slideshow. Come prepared to dive into the fascinating world of plant biology and its role in making a bountiful garden and healthy planet.

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About the Instructor

Laura Matter
Laura develops and oversees Tilth Alliance's programs that encompass natural yard care education focused on soil health, resource conservation and pesticide reduction. These include the Garden Hotline, Master Composter/Sustainability Steward programs, our natural yard care classes for northwest cities outside of Seattle, and a culturally relevant plant growing campaign. She is also the primary buyer for plants for the annual Edible Plant Sale and teaches our botany and propagation classes.

Additional Information

Tilth Alliance strives to provide educational experiences that honor our values of accessibility and equity. Currently, we offer:

  • Sliding scale tickets to make our classes accessible for everyone, regardless of financial means. Please select the ticket type that works for you.
  • In solidarity with food justice and food sovereignty for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), we reserve spaces in each class for BIPOC community members free of charge. If you identify as BIPOC, and would benefit from a free option, please select BIPOC Solidarity ticket.

We offer a mix of online, in-person and hybrid online/in-person classes. During our in-person sessions, we follow current COVID-19 safety protocols. Please review our COVID-19 policies before registering.

Please read our Photo and Cancellation Policy. Please reach out to Marni Sorin if you have any questions.

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