Supporting Home Gardeners
A good portion of the existing growing space in our community falls within community gardens. However, we continue to increase our efforts to support neighbors who want to grow
A Truly Growing Community
Over the last two years, our community has been abuzz with construction. That work has created high-quality, affordable housing options for families who have struggled to find somewhere to
Appalachian Strong
Over the last month, Kentucky has been through a lot with all the flooding in Eastern Kentucky. While the rain has been good for the crops this year, people have
Inaugural Plant Sale
From watercolor painting to upcycled art projects and street art, the creativity of neighbors has always been present within our community gardens. In March, alongside our neighbors, we opened
“Seeds, Plants and Hoes”
April 21 was The “Organic Gardening” class. Instructors topics were: Techniques, Pros and Cons, Mulching and Composting/Composting Barrells. We had another full house, including some young ones. Participants have received
Organic Gardening
April 15,2021 Grow Appalachia met at the Scott County Farmer’s Market. Doug Stephens, a dedicated GA volunteer and Master Gardener spoke of the following topics. His class consisted of a
Busy as a Bee!
The Spring season has brought much hope and gratitude to many people. The weather has been quite nice with many 70 degree days, perfect outside time for gardening and recreation.
Growing Plants with Our Youth
Marcelle St. Germain Step by Step, Big Ulgy, West Virginia The staff at Big Ugly Community Center lead by Tami Boling have been serving children and their families in the
Where Have All the Plants Gone?
Yesterday, my wife and I traveled to our hometown. We always go home around Mother’s Day to visit our mom and to decorate my dad’s grave for Memorial Day. On
Tips for Fall Gardening
It's the first week of September and it's time to assess how your garden is doing. Are your cucumbers and tomato plants brown and crispy looking? If so, clear
