Class #101 - The Nitty-gritty of Gardening; i.e.,
Soils, Fertilizer, and Composting
Soil is the starting point for gardening. Fertilizing is what we have to do to help the plants grow and
prosper. Composting is nature's way of recycling the leaves, grass clippings, and other vegetative
materials that nourish the soil and bring it back to life. In this class we cover all three topics, plus
when, where and why you use compost as a natural supplement. You will learn how to make your
own compost and the details of how soils, fertilizers, and compost all work together.
