Augsburg Community Garden

04/01/2012

02/04/2012

02/04/2012

We're on the final stretch of Urban Farming Classes. The final dates are 2/7, and 2/21 (no class on Valentine's Day).

Classes are facilitated by some amazing growers with the Permaculture Research Institute and run Tuesdays from 6-8 pm. Each class is $25 for the public, but it's completely free for the Augsburg community (just remember your student\staff ID). Go to PRI's website for more information on registration (don't worry about registering if you're coming in as an Auggie).

Permaculture Research Institute - Cold Climate | Ecological Design in the Upper Midwest

02/04/2012

Have you noticed the seed packets at Seward Co-op and Welna II Hardware yet? It's already time to start planting some of those seeds! This is a nice seed starting calendar. Our average last frost is May 12th.

Johnny's is committed to helping growers and gardeners succeed with superior seeds, tools and service. Quality vegetable, herb and flower seeds including a large selection of certified organic seed.

09/14/2011

http://www.startribune.com/local/129747843.html

With another week of summer left on the calendar, a freeze warning has been issued for the Twin Cities and much of southern and central Minnesota for Wednesday night

07/11/2011

Is it time to harvest your garlic? "One indication to start harvesting is when the lower leaves turn brown and when half or slightly more than half of the upper leaves remain green."

How to have success growing garlic in Minnesota home gardens

07/10/2011

Looking for a way to use your remaining lettuce and peas? Here is an interesting recipe to try. Perfect for this time of year!

Get Martha Stewart's Lettuce and Pea Soup with Croutons. Also browse hundreds more test kitchen-approved food recipes and cooking tips from Martha Stewart.

06/14/2011

Current Store Hours: Monday-Friday: 8am - 8pm Saturday: 8am - 7pm Sunday: 9am - 6pm

06/12/2011

This looks like a great class!

The event titled Extending Your Garden Season: Fall Planting starts on Tuesday, June 21, 2011!

06/12/2011

The City Public Works Department has established a new pilot grant project to assist in improving permanent water access for community gardens. The project makes matching grants up to $2,000 available to nonprofit community gardens on a first come first served basis. Click here for more informatio

06/08/2011

Help plants beat the heat.

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05/30/2011

Our soil temperature is finally in the 60Fs!

Here is a guide for when to transplant your vegetables outside:
60 F - tomatoes, cucumbers, snap beans
65 F - sweet corn, lima beans, mustard greens
70 F - peppers, watermelons, squash, southern peas
75 F - okra, cantaloupe, sweet potatoes

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