Growing Food Workshop

About

Join us for a free workshop, followed by a catered lunch.

Topics cover the basics of growing an edible garden in Greater Bendigo, including:

• What to plant now
• Being water-wise over summer
• Pest control (so you actually get to eat what you grow!)
• Basics of companion planting
• Growing food in portable gardens & containers

And you'll take home your own planted pot, ready to start harvesting within a fortnight!

The workshop is hosted by Belinda McLean, a local grower and educator. She started growing her own food as a child and has loved experimenting with different gardening techniques from a young age. From designing self-watering systems, straw bale planting, no-dig gardens and wicking beds, she has many years of experience and, sometimes, slim pickings! Her experience in a variety of locations helps her adapt gardening fundamentals to different climates, including Bendigo & surrounds.
She loves to share her plants & produce and help others succeed in growing food, choosing local, seasonal produce and reducing their reliance on large supermarkets.