🌱 The Dirt on Dirt!

From Soil Basics to Growing Like a Pro!

Great gardens start from the ground up!

Ever wonder why some plants thrive while others struggle, even when they get the same sunlight and water? The secret might be right beneath your feet!

Join us at Ken’s Garden Center for a FREE gardening class where we're getting our hands dirty and uncovering everything you need to know about soil!

Whether you're planting your very first garden or you've been growing for years, this class will help you better understand what makes healthy soil and how to give your plants the best possible foundation for success.

🌿 What We'll Dig Into:

• Soil Basics: What soil is made of and why it matters for plant health.

• Know Your Soil: Understanding different soil types, textures, and how they affect plant growth.

• Soil Health: The importance of nutrients, organic matter, drainage, and beneficial microorganisms.

• Soil Amendments: Compost, fertilizers, and other ways to improve your existing soil.

• Common Soil Problems: How to recognize poor soil conditions and what you can do to fix them.

• Growing in Alaska: Tips for working with our unique growing conditions and making the most of our short growing season.

Come ready to ask questions, learn something new, and walk away with practical knowledge you can put to use in your own garden!

🌼 Special Guest Instructor: Tamara Smith

This class is part of our Dig In with Denise Gardening Series, featuring special guest instructors sharing their knowledge and passion for growing.

📅 Thursday, October 15, 2026

🕠 5:30 PM

📍 Ken's Garden Center

💚 Cost: FREE!

Whether you're starting with a bag of potting mix, filling raised beds, or improving an established garden, there's always something new to learn about the dirt beneath our feet.

Come dig a little deeper with us. Your plants will thank you! 🌱