Rooted Here: Growing in Calgary’s Climate

Join us for a relaxed, practical gardening series designed for Calgary’s unique climate. Led by local expert Janet Melrose, these sessions are perfect for beginners and those looking to build their skills. You’ll learn what grows well here, when to plant, and how to care for your garden while connecting with others who share your interest in growing food and flowers. Sessions take place Thursday evenings, 6:30 – 8:30 pm, at the Dalhousie Community Association. Each session is two hours long. Details for each topic are listed below: - May 14 – Edible Gardening in Calgary – Part 1 – Spring - June 11 – Edible Gardening in Calgary – Part 2 – Summer - August 6 – Growing Fruit in Calgary - September 10 – Indoor Edible Gardening Year-Round By the end of the series, you’ll: - Feel more confident planning and planting your garden - Know what works best in Calgary’s climate - Have practical tips you can use right away - Be part of a local gardening community You can sign up for the full series or select the individual sessions you want to attend. Each session will be informal (which is what makes Janet’s style so natural and awesome) and will include demos and examples. Costs: - Full Series: $80 per person - Individual Sessions: $26 per session *Registration is required at least two weeks before the first session. The program will proceed once minimum registration is reached. If minimum registration is not met, participants will be notified and refunded.