May Growing Groceries

April has been so cold and wet! Normally the soils have warmed up a bit and mid-May is when we can start planting the warmer weather crops. What will happen this year? Will it be warm enough yet? Let's hope so!On May 14th, from 9 am – 12 noon, at the Good Cheer Garden, the topics are:What makes the warm weather crops happy- tomatoes, beans, squash, basil and cucumbersMaking compost in your garden- adding organic matter is key to healthy soilBest veggies to plant in MayIrrigation - what are good strategies, and how to install a simple system.Plus Top Tips for the month, and bring your questions! Presenters: Janet Hall, WSU Waste Wise CoordinatorCary Peterson, Good Cheer Garden CoordinatorClass fee is $15, scholarships available.For information and registration, call the Whidbey Institute at (360) 341-1884, or email growinggroceries@whidbey.comPhoto © ML Harris Photography