Medicinal Garden Growing

Join fellow plant enthusiasts and discover how to transform your space into a thriving herbal sanctuary. In this class, we will explore the foundational principles for designing and maintaining a medicinal garden. You will gain an introductory understanding of various herbal plants that can thrive in our specific environment, taking into account factors such as climate, soil type, and available sunlight. We will also discuss the unique properties and benefits of each herb, including their culinary and medicinal uses and ecological significance.

Topics we will cover include:

• Garden design/layout
• Container herb gardening
• Identifying perennial and annual plants for our region and climate
• Seed selection
• Plant propagation
• Companion planting

Taught by Areli Perez, Education Manager and

Host or Publisher Wild Willow Farm & Education Center