Last Saturday, I attended a Master Gardener workshop on Creating and Sustaining a Youth Garden.  Karen Wilson, a Master Gardener and one of the presenters outlined key people and roles for those of us in the planning stages to consider.  

Steering Committee (Big picture, strategy)

1. Chairman (executive sponsor... Read More

Western Growers Foundation is pleased to announce the grant winners of the AZ/CA Sustainable Grant. Each grant winner will receive $500 to sustain their fruit and vegetable gardens.

Alamo Elementary, CA
Bess Maxwell Elementary School, CA
Billy Mitchell Elementary School, CA
Boys & Girls Clubs of North San Mateo... Read More

Raised beds carry a litany of advantages that make them an ideal solution for novice and experienced gardeners alike. But to get the very most out of your beds, follow this advice from the pros.

1. Build and Test Your Soil

Begin your gardening season with a soil test. This will identify what your soil has or... Read More

The Western Growers Foundation grant for Arizona and California sustainable edible school gardens will be awarded soon! Grants are being reviewed now and will be posted by the end of the month. Grant winners will also receive a drip tape row crop irrigation kit! Stay tuned for more information coming soon!