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SUMMARY:Alaska Farm & Garden Show
DESCRIPTION:If you are interested in gardening\, farming\, food independence\, alternative energy\, or Alaskan homesteading\, the Alaska Farm & Garden Show is your opportunity to get in the mindset and prepare for the rapidly approaching Alaskan summer. You’ll meet hundreds of vendors\, exhibitors\, and local experts with the products\, advice and knowledge you need to help you hone your homesteading skills! Admission $10\, under 12 free. Details at https://akfarmandgarden.com
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SUMMARY:Seed Starting Class
DESCRIPTION:Seed Starting Class Are you passionate about gardening but unsure where to start? Or perhaps you’ve been gardening for years and want to expand your skills to include more challenging crops? Our Seed Starting Class on February 1st at 1 pm at The Valley Annex in Palmer\, AK (247 S Alaska St) is exactly what you need to set yourself up for success in the coming growing season. \nWhy This Class is a Must-Attend: Alaska’s unique climate presents both challenges and opportunities for gardeners. Whether you’re a newcomer or a seasoned green thumb\, this class is designed to give you the knowledge and confidence to grow a diverse array of plants from seed. Here’s why you can’t afford to miss it: \nExpert Instruction Tailored to Alaska’s Climate: Gardening in Alaska is unlike anywhere else\, and that’s why this class is specifically designed to address our unique growing conditions. From the long summer days to the cool nights\, you’ll learn how to maximize your garden’s potential. This event is taught by Jennifer Sharrock (Master Gardener\, Permaculture Designer\, Permaculture Instructor\, Seed Grower and garden educator with over 18 years of growing experience in Alaska).\nComprehensive Coverage of 24 Seed Varieties: The class will provide in-depth\, step-by-step instructions for successfully starting and growing 24 different plant varieties. You’ll gain insider tips on everything from selecting the right seeds to creating the ideal indoor environment for germination and growth. We include sample planting designs based on companion planting\, interplanting and polycultures.\nWe’ll cover: Leafy greens like lettuce\, kale\, spinach\, and cabbage\, which thrive in cooler temperatures.\nRoot vegetables such as beets\, carrots\, and storage onions\, crucial for a self-sufficient garden.\nFruiting plants like cherry tomatoes\, slicing tomatoes\, zucchini\, and peas that can be tricky but rewarding in our northern climate.\nSpecialty crops like artichokes\, asparagus\, and Brussels sprouts\, which will add variety and flavor to your garden.\nHerbs and alliums such as garlic chives\, leeks\, and bunching onions\, perfect for flavoring your homegrown meals.\nEven flowers like poppy to add beauty and biodiversity to your garden.\nFor more information\, please contact seedsandsoilorganics@gmail.com or call 907-354-0371
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