In the past, we’ve always taught folks one-on-one. And of course we’ll keep doing so in the future. But we’re working on having more group workshops as well. We want to do small groups and focus on subjects that interest you. If any of these look like workshops you’d like to attend, call or email us at justfruits@hotmail.com, and we’ll add you to the list.

SUSTAINABLE SOIL IMPROVEMENT METHODS with Ed Schroeder
Sunday, February 5, 2012 from 1:00 to 2:30PM
  We will be talking about simple sustainable ways to improve your soil and the plants that grow in it. There is a microcosm of life just under out feet that is more diverse than a coral reef or a jungle rain forest. Providing a suitable environment for this community of organisms, both seen and unseen, is fundamental to a living-breathing-healthy soil. Healthy soil supports healthy plants that are more resistant to disease, more beautiful in landscapes, and abundant food that is better tasting and more nutritious.
  Dr. Schroeder is a retired veterinarian who has changed his focus from animals to plants and their environment. Over the years, he has been involved in several types of veterinary practice; livestock, pets, zoo, exotics, and laboratory animals. In 1997 he retired from teaching exotic animal medicine in the College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Ed has over 65 years of gardening experience. He and his wife Carol live in Tallahassee with their 3 children and 6 grandchildren.
Call 850-926-5644 for questions. Workshop is FREE, but class size is limited to 20.
Sorry, CLASS is FULL as of Jan 30, 2012.

GRAFTING FRUIT TREES CLASS with Brandy Cowley-Gilbert.
Sunday, February 12, 2012 from 10:00-12:00PM
  This is a hands on class to learn how to winter graft your own fruit trees. You’ll get a basic understanding of why and how fruit trees are grafted. Then we’ll work with you to graft two fruit trees of your choosing: apple, pear or persimmon. Rootstock and scion wood provided for two grafted trees. Cost for class includes basic starter grafting kit with knife, tape and grafting wax. Extra root stock and scion wood can be bought for grafting at home. Workshop cost: $30.00. Class limited to 10. Please call Just Fruits & Exotics at 850-926-5644 or email: justfruits@hotmail.com. Prepayment of workshop cost is required to secure your seat in the class.
Sorry, CLASS is FULL as of Jan 15, 2012.



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