Spring Planting Workshop Includes Asparagus, Onions & Leeks for Your Garden

Name: Spring Planting Workshop Includes Asparagus, Onions & Leeks for Your Garden
Start: 2025-05-17T13:00:00-08:00
Location: The Valley Annex

Schedule

Sat, 17 May, 2025 at 01:00 pm

UTC-08:00

Location

The Valley Annex | Palmer, AK

Spring Planting Workshop Includes Asparagus, Onions & Leeks for Your Garden. Join us for gardening workshop designed to help you successfully grow asparagus, onions, and leeks in Alaska and to prepare your garden for planting.
💡 What You'll Learn:
✅ Identifying and addressing plant nutrient deficiencies
✅ Preparing soil for optimal fertility and structure
✅ Hardening off seedlings for a smooth transition
✅ Choosing the right irrigation system for your lifestyle
✅ Essential garden tools that make work easier
✅ Transplanting techniques to reduce shock
✅ Mulching and direct sowing best practices

This one-hour class will take place on Saturday, May 10, at 1 PM and will equip you with the knowledge, tools, and starter plants to establish a thriving garden.
Cost: $100 per person. Early Bird Sale $90 register by April 15, 2025
What You’ll Learn:
✅ How to plant and care for asparagus, including long-term maintenance for productive harvests
Learn the best planting techniques for asparagus crowns, including depth, spacing, and soil conditions for optimal growth.
Understand the life cycle of asparagus, how to support its establishment in the first few years, and when to begin harvesting.
Discover essential seasonal maintenance, including mulching, fertilization, and how to protect plants from pests and diseases.
Get tips for dividing and expanding your asparagus bed for long-term productivity.
✅ The best methods for growing onions and leeks in a northern climate
Learn the difference between onion sets, transplants, and seeds, and which method works best for northern gardeners.
Understand day-length requirements for onions and how to select varieties suited for Alaska’s growing season.
Master proper leek planting techniques, including trenching and hilling for strong, blanched stalks.
Explore strategies for overwintering onions and leeks to extend your harvest season.
✅ Soil preparation, spacing, watering, and fertilization tips for strong, healthy plants
Get expert advice on choosing the right soil amendments to create nutrient-rich beds.
Learn best practices for spacing to ensure optimal root development and air circulation.
Understand watering schedules and techniques to prevent common problems like bolting and rot.
Explore organic and sustainable fertilization methods to maximize yield without chemical inputs.
Spring Planting Workshop Includes Asparagus, Onions & Leeks for Your Garden
What’s Included:
🌱 10 two-year asparagus crowns – ready to plant for a quicker harvest
🧅 20 onion sets – for a bountiful summer crop
🌿 20 leek sets – ideal for soups, stir-fries, and fresh cooking
📖 Handouts & additional resources to support your growing journey
Important Information:
🚫 No additional guests are allowed. Each registration is for one person only.
⏳ If you miss the live class, you will receive your asparagus crowns, onion sets, and leek sets by mail, along with a virtual presentation via email.
Details:
📅 Date: Saturday, May 10
🕐 Time: 1:00 PM (1-hour class)
📍 Location: The Valley Annex 247 S. Alaska St
💲 Cost: $100 per person. Early Bird Sale $90 register by April 15, 2025
Space is limited! Reserve your spot today to secure your planting materials and expert guidance.
For garden tips: https://seedsandsoilorganics.com/category/alaska-gardening/
Asparagus crowns, leeks and onion sets are agricultural products and are agricultural crops that is subject to crop loss . If any such situations arise we will provide substitute asparagus, leeks and onions.