Welcome to the Dowling Community Garden
Chefs from Seward Heirloom Festival Festival Banner Peter with Colvin-Roy Jerry visits the Resource Fair

Events

The listing below is a calendar of selected local events that may be of interest to Dowling Gardeners and the public at large. If you know of an upcoming event related to gardening and would like to see it listed here please contact

30th Annual Seed Saver's Exchange

The Kelley Farm has been a leader in seed saving activities in Minnesota since 1981. The program, offered in the historic site's Visitor Center, will include a gardening presentation. Participants do not need to bring seeds in order to take seeds home. Seed Art will be available for children to make and take. This free event is open to novice gardeners as well as those with more experience.

Mother Earth Seminar Schedule

  • Seminar Schedule
  • All Classes Held Tuesday Evenings at 7pm
  • Riverview Wine Bar
  • 3745 42nd Ave S
  • Minneapolis, MN

All classes will take place ACROSS the street from Mother Earth Gardens, at the Riverview Wine Bar (3745 42nd Ave S.) Classes begin at 7pm sharpish. Enter through the adjacent coffee shop and pick up a glass of wine, cup of coffee or snack on the way. Though the classes are free, we ask that you preregister, as we have limited space. Email is preferred: info@motherearthgarden.com, but you may certainly call or sign up at the store.

To sign up for any of these classes, Please call and leave a message on our voice mail 612.724.2296, or email karen@motherearthgarden.com (note that it is motherearthgarden, NO "S" at the end) with your name, phone number and email address. We will use one of those those means to alert you to cancellations. Also please show up if you register, as we have limited space

  • What is Organic Gardening?

  • Tuesday, April 3rd, 7pm

It all starts with the SOIL. In most soils, organic matter comprises less than 5% of its total weight. Learn why increasing organic matter in your soil improves its structure, acts as a nutrient reservoir, feeds beneficial microorganisms, and sequesters atmospheric carbon. Tending to your soil is the first and best investment in your organic garden (it will save you money in the long run!) With Derek Schumacher, BFG Supplier.

  • Not your Granny's Summer Bulb

  • Tuesday, April 10th, 7pm

A class for beginners and beyond covering all you need to know about the bulbs of summer: dahlias, gladioli, lilies, elephant ears and more. You thought it wasn’t your thing till you showed up at this class! We will also be showcasing some early spring alternatives to pansies - there are a whole host of interesting cold tolerant annuals to enjoy. With Jesse Anderson of Gardenworld and Van Bloehm Bulbs

Hot Beds and Cold Frames Workshop

  • Oliver H. Kelley Farm
  • March 24, 2012
  • 9 a.m. to noon
  • Fee: $18 materials fee, $15 for MHS members
  • Reservations: required, call 763-441-6896
  • Oliver H. Kelley Farm

This workshop will teach participants how to make hot beds and cold frames to expand the Minnesota gardening season in the spring and fall. Through illustrated discussion and hands-on activities, participants will learn the difference between hot beds and cold frames, see several different types in use and help construct one of each. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. Reservations and pre-payment required.