About this Event
How rewarding would it be to harvest fresh salad greens 8–12 months a year right here in Colorado Springs? With thoughtful planning and smart garden design, it’s more possible than you think.
Join longtime grower Bill Young — with 48 years of hands-in-the-soil experience — for a deep dive into practical, real-world garden planning. This two-hour class goes beyond theory and into strategies that actually work in our unique climate.
In this class, Bill will cover:
• How to design your garden for continuous harvests
• Succession planting strategies for extended greens production
• Smart crop rotation (and why it matters for soil health and pest control)
• What crops should rotate — and what should stay put year after year
• Using structure (raised beds, trellises, hoops, cold frames, etc.) to maximize space and extend your season
• Soil preparation and amendments to set your garden up for success
• Helpful tools and products that simplify planning and increase yields
You’ll see real examples of garden layouts and leave with a practical garden planner workbook to help map out your own space — whether you’re working with a few raised beds, a backyard plot, or something in between.
If you’ve ever felt like your garden could be more productive, more organized, or more intentional, this class will give you the tools and confidence to make it happen.
Plan smarter. Grow longer. Harvest more.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Phelan Gardens, 4955 Austin Bluffs Parkway, Colorado Springs, United States
USD 35.00
