Composting - Growing Soil for a Healthier Garden April 19, 2009

Do you want to compost but you just haven't figured out how? Don't miss this opportunity to learn from the "Compost Queen," Lynn Bement.

Turn your kitchen waste, lawn clippings, leaves and other garden debris into life-giving compost. Compost enriches your garden by adding good microorganisms.This "black gold" helps your plantings to achieve more insect and disease resistance, along with being more drought-tolerant. You’ll learn everything you need to know to start composing in your own backyard, garage, basement or even under your kitchen sink.

Presented in partnership with Friends of Ryerson Woods as part of their Year of Locally Grown series.

$45 public, $40 for Friends of Ryerson Woods members. To register as a member and receive a discount, please call 847-968-3321.

Official Website: http://www.lcfpd.org/programs/index.cfm?fuseaction=programs.viewDetail&section_id=1447