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Ed: Get Growing and Keep Going Conference

Wed, 11/18/2009 - 20:19 — brian
01/06/2010 - 10:00
02/06/2010 - 16:30
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Get Growing and Keep Going Conference
Mark your calendars for the Get Growing Keep Going school garden conference on February 6th. Signup for a KAB’s green gardening or soil workshop or for one of the many sessions to discover how to green your school. This is a great opportunity to connect with local organizations and identify resources for building sustainable school gardens.
 
Feb. 6, 2010 - 8am - 4pm
Garza Independence High School
1600 Chicon St., Austin, TX
Questions contact: Martha Cason, martha_cason@yahoo.com
 

KAB Sessions at the Get Growing Keep Going Conference
 
Green Gardening
Discover how native plants make for easy gardens and the important role native plants play in filtering pollutants. Join us to find out how naturally occurring plants improve soil health, protect groundwater and diversify habitats. Models will demonstrate surface runoff versus infiltration and hands-on activities will emphasize building a native garden bed and the roles of natives.
 
The Dirt on Soil

You may be surprised to know that soil is not a necessity of plants but it does help plants meet basic needs by giving them a place to anchor their roots and take in water and minerals. Join us to discover explore the science of soil, make soil observations, and learn how to build your garden from the ground up with the right soil structure and composition.