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Free and open to the public.
Free and open to the public.
CHE Building, Room 210, University Place
Classes run from Jan. 14th - March 4th
7 - 9 PM on Wednesday nights
Jan. 14, 2026 - Garden Planning 101
Jan. 14, 2026 - Garden Planning 101
Planning is the first step in a successful organic garden so join us to
learn about site selection, garden size, vegetable selection, planting
times, soil prep and more!
Jan. 21, 2026 - Garden Problems:
Jan. 21, 2026 - Garden Problems:
Organic Management of Pests and Weeds
Organic Management of Pests and Weeds
An experienced community gardener teaches you how to organically
manage the twin trials of unwelcome critters and unruly weeds!
Jan. 28, 2026 - Planting Basics:
Jan. 28, 2026 - Planting Basics:
Get Growing!
Get Growing!
Planting techniques and tips for selecting and planting your seeds
and transplants. The what, when and how of getting your organic
garden up and growing!
Feb. 4, 2026 - Healthy Soils I:
Feb. 4, 2026 - Healthy Soils I:
Understanding your soil
Understanding your soil
An IN-PERSON class with Jackie Jamison, one of our favorite soil
health experts! Expand your understanding of healthy soil and learn
how you can apply that knowledge to your own garden.
Feb. 11, 2026 - Healthy Soils II:
Feb. 11, 2026 - Healthy Soils II:
Backyard Composting
Backyard Composting
The class will be focused on understanding the basics of backyard
composting. We’ll explore the processes and practices so you can
have your own ‘black gold’ to help build healthy soil!
Feb. 18, 2026 - Build the Buzz:
Feb. 18, 2026 - Build the Buzz:
Gardening for Bees and Other Pollinators
Gardening for Bees and Other Pollinators
Bees, butterflies, other insects and even birds are part of a healthy
pollination ecosystem. Learn how to enhance your organic garden by
encouraging a healthy pollinator population.
Feb. 25, 2026 - Children of the Nightshade:
Feb. 25, 2026 - Children of the Nightshade:
Tomatoes, Peppers, and More!
Tomatoes, Peppers, and More!
It’s the world’s favorite vegetable! If you love tomatoes, too, come
learn how to select seeds and transplants and how to successfully
grow the tomato & its tasty cousins. Yes, you can!
March 4, 2026 - Seed Matters
March 4, 2026 - Seed Matters
Learn the history and basics of seed saving - and why it matters -
with Jessica McAleese from Swift River Farm, a seed grower/owner
and Seed Ambassador at Snake River Seed Coop.
April 11, 2026 9AM - Noon - 2026 Garden Registration
April 11, 2026 9AM - Noon - 2026 Garden Registration
Register for your own garden spot at ifcga.org beginning March 9
then finalize your registration, meet the other gardeners and learn
all about the community gardens on April 11th. Attendance required!
Class schedule _26_final.pdfClass 1 - Eastern Idaho Gardening Calendar
Class 1 - Eastern Idaho Gardening Calendar
Class 3 - Soil Health 1: Understanding Your Soil
Class 3 - Soil Health 1: Understanding Your Soil
Classes provided thanks to our generous sponsors above
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