GARD 003 - Compost for Northern Gardening: Sustainable Practices for Cold Climates
Unlock the potential of that little plastic tub under your kitchen sink!
In this 3-hour workshop, you’ll learn how to transform your kitchen scraps and yard waste into nutrient-rich compost, even in cold northern climates. Discover how to create the right conditions for composting and compost teas, covering essential methods such as traditional heap composting, vermiculture (worm composting), and composting with food scraps. We’ll explore how to maintain composting systems through the colder months and how to apply the final product to improve your garden soil. Put your kitchen scraps to good use — your garden will thank you!
This course is ideal for a variety of participants, including:
- Home and urban gardeners
- Farmers and small-scale growers
- Educators and environmental advocates
Gain hands-on techniques, practical tips, and insights that will be useful for anyone looking to compost in colder climates, reduce food waste, and create a healthier garden.
Those attending this course will:
- Discover how to use everyday kitchen waste, including food scraps, to create rich compost that benefits your garden.
- Gain practical skills in common composting methods: traditional heap composting, vermiculture (worm composting), and food scrap composting.
- Learn how to create compost teas and how to apply them to your garden to enhance plant health and soil vitality.
- Identify potential composting problems and how to fix them, from balancing moisture to managing odors and pests.
By the end of the 3-hour course, you'll be ready to start composting at home, making the most of your kitchen scraps and yard waste, and improving the health of your garden with sustainable practices suited for northern climates.
Duration 3 hours
Format In-person, synchronous
Withdrawal 7 days prior to course start time: Full Refund
Withdrawal after 7 days: No Refund
Please refer to the Tuition Refund policy.
This policy applies to all students taking credit courses at Yukon University and all noncredit students taking courses through the Continuing Studies division with Yukon University.
GARD 003