South Washington County Community Education

If you want to grow vegetables at home but don’t know where to start, or you have tried but were less than happy with the results, this class is for you! The class covers the essentials from soil preparation to harvest. Topics include tools and supplies, the importance of site selection, soil preparation, vegetable varieties for Minnesota growers, garden layout and design, where to obtain seeds and transplants, weed and pest control techniques, common diseases and remedies, when to plant and harvest, as well as, tips on storage and preservation. Many helpful handouts are included.