Workshop: Organic Gardening in Central Florida Presenter: Willow LaMonte Date: Sunday, January 10, 2010 Time: 12:00-2:00 p.m. Suggested Donation: $10-$15 RSVP: Must RSVP by Saturday, Jan 9 to events@sweetwater-organic.org or call Sherry at 813-625-5550 Description of Workshop: In organic gardenng we feed the soil not the plant, creating a healthy environment for strong immune systems so our gardens are able to resist disease and insect infestations. How do we promote a fertile living soil using safe, economical gardening practices? We'll interweave the relationships of beneficial soil microbes, mulching, wise composting practices, water saving techniques, and attracting beneficial insects. Through companion planting our gardens become healthy, beautiful, and delicious. Utilizing the nourishing and free gifts of our local oak trees, we'll find abundant material for mulch, compost, frost protection, and microbe and earthworm habitat. Bring your garden questions, and we'll share organic gardening tips with each other. Description of Presenter: Willow LaMonte is a folk herbalist and long-time organic gardener. She is a member of the American Herbalist Guild, the Florida Herb Society, and United Plant Savers. Amidst oak trees in Valrico she grows a small organic herb nursery, Willow Herbal Gardens, using Permaculture and Biodynamic methods. She loves to dream in Neolithic.