For Immediate Release: April 10th, 2015
Contact: krista@farmshed.org
Krista Engelhardt, Project Coordinator
Website: www.farmshed.org
Farmshed Offering Workshop on Companion Planting for Maximum Production
Striving for a healthy, thriving garden this year? Deciding what to plant where?
Companion planting helps guide gardeners on which vegetables and flowers support or
inhibit the growth of other plants and/or which pests they deter. Central Rivers
Farmshed is offering a workshop on the fundamentals of Companion Planting on
Thursday, May 14th, 2015 from 6:30 - 8:30pm in Stevens Point. Instructors Jen Zach
and Sue Anderson will teach the fundamentals of Companion Planting; providing a
hands-on, thorough overview of maximizing your garden. With so many types of fruits
and vegetables to choose from, being informed about companion planting is almost a
necessity for gardeners!
Workshop participants will learn about:
• Garden planning
• Which plants are suitable of companionship
• How to:
o Increase yields
o Decrease pest infestations
o Improve crop flavor (in some cases)
This workshop is $15 per person or $12 for Farmshed Members and includes
educational handouts and the opportunity to gain hands-on experience. Participants will
work with highly-experienced gardeners Jen Zach and Sue Anderson in Jen’s garden.
Advanced registration is required and space is limited, the registration deadline is May
11th. Email info@farmshed.org to register or call 715.544.6154.
This workshop will be held at instructor’s garden in Stevens Point. Details on the
location will be included with registration confirmations. Please check
www.farmshed.org for updates and more information.