CRESTVIEW – One of the benefits of living in the Florida Panhandle is that we can grow vegetables year round. But not all vegetables can be successfully grown during our cooler fall and winter months.
If you have ever considered planting a fall/winter vegetable garden, attend this 3-week series to learn how to get started.
Classes are Tuesday evenings from 6-7:30 p.m. Sept. 9-23. at the University of Florida's Extension Office, 3098 Airport Road, Crestview.
Cost is $30 per person or $45 per couple and includes numerous handouts.
Extension agents will provide details on the following topics:
•Sept. 9, Expectations, Planning and Site Preparation
•Sept. 16, Tips to Use Whether Your are Starting with Seeds or Transplants
•Sept. 23 – Cool Season Crops, such as lettuce, broccoli, cabbage, chard, strawberries, onions, potatoes and carrots
To register or for details, call 850-689-5850.
Space is limited.
This article originally appeared on Crestview News Bulletin: Fall into Vegetable Gardening course starts Sept. 9 in Crestview