Create an Edible Landscape

Event Summary

Create an Edible Landscape
Would you like to learn how to create beautiful, low-maintenance urban landscapes that:
•        Yield an abundance of organic food
•        Build soil
•        Prevent erosion
•        Clean water and air
•        Support beneficial insects and birds
•        Sequester carbon
We invite you to attend this introduction to edible landscape design presented by Melissa Sharapova, ecological designer and educator of Backyard Abundance.  Through engaging, fun, hands-on activities, you will learn how humans can create delightful urban landscapes that benefit people and our local environment while yielding an abundance of food. Top edible, medicinal, and native plants will be shared and discussed. An overview of public and private projects undertaken by Backyard Abundance in the Iowa City area will be used as examples. Several handouts will be available. We will also be providing free pollinator friendly plants!
Pre-registration required; deadline is April 29
This program is funded in part by a REAP/CEP grant.

Cost

Adults - $5.00

Category

Programs