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Fairbanks: Growing Your own Garden with Confidence
Whether you're a seasoned gardener looking for fresh ideas or a beginner ready to dig in, this workshop with Mallory Smith will give you the tools you need to succeed.
In this hands-on session, you'll discover:
Where to grow your plants – Explore all the creative ways to cultivate, from raised beds to containers and beyond.
, Soil prep and fertility – Learn the secrets to healthy, nutrient-rich soil that will give your plants the best start possible.
, Transplanting vs. direct seeding – Understand when to start from seed and when it’s better to plant seedlings.
, Irrigation setup – Master easy, efficient watering techniques that will save you time and help your garden thrive.
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Cost is $40 with student discounts available. Contact Cathy Turner, clturner@alaska.edu, 907-799-9184. Location: Meet at the entrance to Georgeson Botanical Garden. Workshop is at the Reindeer Garden at Fairbanks Experiment Farm.
Mallory Smith is the garden manager for the Alaska Harvest Collaborative, where she…
Organization: Other. Categories: Public events calendar - Fairbanks, Cooperative Extension calendar, Fairbanks/Tanana CES calendar.
Wednesday, June 4, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Georgeson Botanical Garden Pavilion.
Fairbanks: Herb-Infused Luxury: DIY Lip Balms and Salves
Unleash your inner alchemist and discover the art of crafting luxurious, personalized lip balms and salves in this hands-on workshop. Learn from Mallory Smith as you select and harvest herbs fresh from the garden then blend with soothing butters and protective waxes to create custom blends tailored to your preference. All materials are provided, and you can take your handcrafted products home.
Cost is $40 with student discounts available. Contact Cathy Turner, clturner@alaska.edu, 907-799-9184. Location: Meet at the entrance to Georgeson Botanical Garden. Workshop is at the Reindeer Garden at Fairbanks Experiment Farm.
Mallory Smith is the garden manager for the Alaska Harvest Collaborative, where she mentors students in the experiential learning garden. Mallory has 15 seasons of experience growing fruits and vegetables in northern climates and working in the local food movement.
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Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made five business days in advance to Cathy Turner at …
Organization: Other. Categories: Public events calendar - Fairbanks, Cooperative Extension calendar, Fairbanks/Tanana CES calendar.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Georgeson Botanical Garden Pavilion.