Even if you don't have a "green thumb," you can grow herbs (and some vegetables) at home using readily available materials, such as old aquariums or storage totes. Register here.
Dr. Shelley Mitchell, Oklahoma Stete University
Join Dr. Shelley Mitchell, youth specialist in horticulture at Oklahoma State University, as she gets to the root of small-scale hydroponics -- a soil-free, space-saving, effective growing method. For this program, Dr. Mitchell will focus on tabletop hydroponics.
The Edgewater Branch Library will have free seeds for anyone who wants to pick them up. Those with an asterisk are best for a tabletop hydroponics project.
*basil, radish (red, white), carrot, *zinnia, *cosmos, *morning glory, sunflower, *petunia, corn, tomato, broccoli, *oregano, beet, *cilantro, *dill, brussels sprouts, *parsley, squash, pea, *wildflower, *chives, *sage, *tarragon, *carnation, *spinach
This free program is offered in partnership with Edgewater Village Chicago, Friends of the Edgewater Library, and the Edgewater Branch Library and will be presented via Zoom. Register here. You will receive an email with a link unique to you; please do not share your link with anyone else. Please send others to this calendar listing to register.
We look forward to seeing you on June 26.
Please Note: This program will be recorded. By registering you are giving Friends of the Edgewater Library permission to use your image and voice as a part of that recording and its future use online without any expectation of remuneration, now or in the future. If you have privacy concerns, you may mute your audio and video, or choose not to register for a program. If you have any questions, please email us.
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