In today’s busy world, we are looking for a way to Savor
the finer things in life… the things we really value. Family. Fresh
Air. Good Food.
Now you can do just that from your own backyard with Lamb of God Farm’s Grow
your Own Program. They’ll walk you through the growing season, offering
a full service mentorship to get your garden off to the right start this year.
So don’t wait any longer…
The
Grow Your Own Program provides you not only with the supplies to make a successful
organic garden, but provides you with a network of information, sage advice,
and support. Running from May ‘til September, it will provide
you the means to grow your own- whether it be in a garden plot, community garden,
container, or part of your landscaping. It also provides you with retreat opportunities,
newsletters, hands-on classes, recipes, an evening Twilight Heirloom Dinner,
and so much more!
Participation for Season: $695/ family (register by May 15); Recommended garden
size is 16-24 sq. ft.
May
Fertrell All purpose granular fertilizers, 5# Compost, Calcium Sulfate, Plastic
mulch
Selection of seeds (lettuce mix, greens mix, radish, spinach, beans,
beets, carrots, cucumbers, squash plus a few special types) 5 heirloom tomato
transplants, 3 brassica family transplants, 3 pepper transplants (sweet and
hot), onion sets, herbs and a few extra surprises! Also includes handmade soap,
and a wool wreath kit, as well as recipes and monthly newsletters.
Class: Beginning Cheese making and Simple and Basic Gourmet
Cooking
Activity: Gardening Gathering; Sunday June 3rd 2 pm- 5 pm
- Tour starts at Esther’s Place in Big Rock and continues to Lamb of
God Farm, where you will tour gardens and enjoy a refreshment buffet.
June/July
Kelp and fish emulsion foliar spray, Garlic oil and Diatomaceous Earth
(for pests), Burn Out Herbal Weed Defoliator, Surround Kaolin Spray (for pests)
tomato stakes and twine. Also includes a Natural Bye Bye Buggie Balm, Gardening
gloves, Lavender Sachet Needle Felting kit, and recipes and monthly newsletters.
Classes: Herbal Vinegar, Drying your own Vegetable Snacks
Activities: Member Potluck; Sunday July 15th 6 pm
Bring a dish to pass and a recipe to share as you have the chance to meet and
share with other gardeners. Location TBA
August/September
5# Compost, Fertrell granular fertilizers, Kelp and Fish Emulsion foliar spray,
Decomposition microbes. Also includes a lovely scented hand balm, beeswax
candles, Needle Felted Garden Cards kit, recipes and monthly newsletters.
Classes: Canning 101 (tomatoes), Triple-Take Salsa, Old-Fashioned
Brined Pickles
Activities: Twilight Heirloom Dinner; Sunday Aug. 19th 7pm
Join us for a special evening where local food is celebrated! A chef will be
transforming simple garden produce into a tantalizing array of dishes, which
will be served by candle light. Location TBA
Also, each member-share has the privilege to book two for an overnight retreat
at Esther’s Place, anytime throughout the season. To find out more about
this relaxing getaway and what you can be a part of, visit http://www.esthersplacefibers.com/retreats.cfm
Lamb of God Farm, Big Rock, IL 630-556-3476 donna@lambofGodfarm.com
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