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"Basic of Organic Gardening" with Anna Timmerman, LSU Ag Center

Event Type: Adults
Age Group(s): Adults
Date: 1/11/2018
Start Time: 3:00 PM
End Time: 4:30 PM
Description:
 Anna Timmerman, the LSU AgCenter Agent for Jefferson Parish, will discuss “Basic of Organic Gardening,” at 3 p.m. on Thursday, January 11, at the East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon, Metairie.

This event is free of charge and is open to the public. There is no registration.

During this presentation, Timmerman will discuss the concept of healthy soil, the foundation of organic gardening. She says that healthy soil is full of nutrients, microorganisms, and earthworms; retains water and nutrients, while allowing air circulation and good drainage - all vital to plant growth; and creates the perfect environment for organisms to thrive so they can effectively break down and aerate the soil

She will also discuss the following.
• Compost: why it is important; how to make compost at home and when to buy it from a reputable nursery; and when to add it to gardens.
• What to do about poor soil: soil tests that can determine nutrient deficiencies; how to build fertility with compost and mulches; how to determine which organic fertilizer is best.
• Organic Pest Control: How to purchase organic pesticides; making home-made remedies; how to attract beneficial insects;

Anna Timmerman is the LSU AgCenter Agent in Jefferson Parish. She has been working in the horticulture industry for fifteen years in a variety of applications, including greenhouses, residential landscaping, urban farming, and large-scale organic market gardening. She is currently pursuing her Masters in horticulture at LSU.

For more information regarding this presentation, contact Chris Smith, Manager of Adult Programming for the library, at (504) 889-8143 or wcsmith@jefferson.lib.la.us.

Library: East Bank Regional Library    Map
Location: Jefferson & Napoleon Rooms
Contact: Chris Smith
Contact Number: 504-889-8143
Presenter: Chris Smith