It’s almost planting time!

Posted on March 22, 2020March 23, 2020 by independencefarmersmarket

We talked about using the broad fork for bed preparation in our “Grow More Vegetable” classes. Here are some pictures I took last spring. Mid to late March is the time to start planting peas, spinach, kale, carrots and cabbage outside. The row cover is handy in case we get a cold snap. The large[…]

Gardening workshop with hands-on activities APRIL 18

Posted on April 10, 2015January 6, 2018 by independencefarmersmarket

Looking for a way to garden or farm and grow food and flowers for yourself, or to provide some extra income? Interested in a small way, a big way? Head for the next Independence Farmers Market workshop on April 18th at the Grayson Bank Conference Center in downtown Independence, VA. It’s a two-part all day[…]