Dougias College

PO BOX 250.) NEW WESTAIHSTER BC NEW WESTMINSTER
RICHMOND CAMPUS 273 S48! SURMIEY CAMPUS 58-4411 ADMESSIONS SBS 44404

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FOOD GARDEN

This course is a condensed version of the popular GARDENING
FOR FOOD course being given at Douglas College this spring.
It deals with methods of growing wholesome vegetables and
fruit in home gardens. Organic methods are emphasized, with
particular attention being paid to special problems and
advantages of local climate and soils.

WHEN: Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
May 12, 1974

Douglas College, Richmond campus
(Cafeteria), 745 Elmbridge Way

FEE: $8

COURSE DIRECTOR: | Emily Oguss, M. Sc., Instructor
Gardening for Food Course

COURSE CONTENT:

Introduction to growing
vegetables at home. Recommended
vegetable varieties. Preparing
the soil for planting:

How to grow: peas, beans, squash,

broccoli, cabbage, brussels

sprouts, turnips, radishes,

lettuce, tomatoes, potatoes,
peppers, carrots, spinach, beets,
corn, onions, and garlic.

 

Preventing and controlling pests and
diseases.

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