Growing Your Own Food the Florida-Friendly Way

Schedule

Sat Jun 21 2025 at 10:00 am to 11:30 am

UTC-04:00

Location

Intergenerational Recreation Center | Vero Beach, FL

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Workshop on soil preparation, raised bed gardening, companion planting, and other food production best practices.
About this Event

Growing Your Own Food the Florida-Friendly Way

Workshop Overview

Description:
Florida’s climate presents both opportunities and challenges for growing food at home. This workshop will guide participants through the essentials of soil preparation, raised bed gardening, companion planting, and other best practices to create a productive and sustainable edible garden. Whether you're a beginner or looking to improve your food-growing skills, this class will help you grow fruits, vegetables, and herbs the Florida-Friendly way! 🌱🍅


Learning Objectives:

By the end of this workshop, participants will:
✅ Understand how to prepare and improve Florida’s sandy soils for food production
✅ Learn the benefits and construction techniques for raised bed gardening
✅ Discover companion planting strategies to naturally deter pests and boost plant health
✅ Explore efficient watering and fertilization methods for a successful harvest
✅ Gain practical insights into seasonal planting schedules for Florida’s climate


Topics Covered:

🌱 Soil Health & Preparation – Amending Florida’s sandy soil, composting, and soil testing
🛠️ Raised Bed Gardening – Benefits, materials, and construction tips
🌿 Companion Planting & Natural Pest Control – Best plant pairings and organic solutions
💧 Watering & Fertilization Best Practices – Drip irrigation, mulch use, and slow-release fertilizers
📅 Florida’s Growing Seasons – What to plant and when for year-round harvests


Hands-On Activity: Raised Bed & Companion Planting Demo

Participants will:
🔹 Learn how to build and fill a raised bed garden for maximum productivity
🔹 Plan a companion planting layout to optimize space and plant health
🔹 Take home portable garden planter box


Who Should Attend?

🏡 Homeowners & renters interested in growing food in limited space
👩‍🌾 Beginner gardeners looking for Florida-specific advice
🌍 Sustainability advocates wanting to grow food with fewer resources

This workshop will provide the knowledge and confidence to grow your own food successfully in Florida’s unique environment. Join us and take the first step toward a more sustainable, homegrown harvest! 🍓🥕🌱

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Where is it happening?

Intergenerational Recreation Center, 1590 9th Street Southwest, Vero Beach, United States

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Tickets

USD 39.19

UF\/IFAS Extension Indian River County

Host or Publisher UF/IFAS Extension Indian River County

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