Local residents looking to prepare for the upcoming growing season will have an opportunity to get expert advice later this month as the Martensville Library hosts a Gardening Q&A session on Thursday, March 19th at 6:30pm in the library program room.
The event will feature Mike Dubé, a local urban farmer from MD Gardens, who will be available to answer gardening questions and share practical tips for gardeners of all experience levels. Whether people are growing vegetables in backyard plots, raised beds or containers, Dubé will offer advice to help ensure a successful growing season.
The session is designed to be an informal opportunity for residents to bring their questions and learn more about topics such as soil preparation, planting strategies, and maintaining healthy plants throughout the summer months.
In addition to the upcoming workshop, the Martensville Library is also promoting its Community Seed Library, which allows patrons to borrow seeds to start their own gardens at home. The seed library includes donated seeds for a variety of vegetables, herbs and flowers.
Library patrons can borrow up to five seed packets per household, giving them the chance to plant, grow and enjoy fresh produce or flowers during the growing season. Seeds are organized by type and alphabetical order, with plant details available on many of the packages.
The library also welcomes community members to contribute to the seed library. Donations can include unopened commercial seed packets, leftover seeds, or seeds harvested from home gardens, provided they are properly cleaned and dried and are no more than three years old. Donated seeds are packaged by library staff and added to the collection for others to borrow.
Library staff say the seed library is a great way to encourage local gardening, share resources within the community and help residents grow their own food and plants.
Residents interested in gardening tips or learning more about the seed library are encouraged to attend the Gardening Q&A session on March 19th at the Martensville Library.
