Instructor: Deb Shubat Save or propagate the old family apple tree by learning to graft it onto a new root. Grafting also works on most temperate trees, not just apples. All bands and parafilm, rootstocks, a few non-patented scion sticks & Band-Aids will be available through the instructor. Each student must bring a sharp, straight bladed knife along with $7 for each apple root (supplies limited). Bring your own scion wood from a 1-2 year old 6-8 inch long twig that has been cut directly before class if you prefer. Let the instructor know if you want more than one rootstock. Also you can learn these techniques without purchase of a rootstock. You pay the instructor directly for the rootstocks.

There are berry plants that will fit into your home landscape. Most berry plants are much smaller than tree fruit so they are easier to fit in a yard. We will cover the basics on how to prepare a bed for raspberries, strawberries, blueberries and more.

Instructor: Deb Shubat How to find and plan out the space in your yard to grow your favorite vegetables. We will discuss: plant selection, spacing, rotation, basic soil prep, common pests and diseases. Most of these topics will also be useful if you have a plot in a community garden, or other rented land.