Join us for a hands-on workshop designed to reconnect the people of the Northern Arizona area with propagation skills and the art of growing fruit-producing trees from seed. This free event is open to anyone interested in learning how to cultivate and preserve heirloom fruit tree varieties that have thrived in our region for generations.
Date & Time:
Saturday, November 23, 2024
10:00 AM – Into the afternoon
Location:
Change Labs - Tuba City E*ship Hub (In-person participation only. No registration required.)
What You Will Learn:
Seed Selection & Preparation: Discover the basics of selecting the right seeds and preparing them for planting.
Cold Stratification Techniques: Learn how to mimic natural winter conditions to improve germination.
Germination & Seedling Care: Get hands-on experience with nurturing young seedlings.
Participants will receive their choice of locally collected seeds, including Peach, Apricot, Plum, Arizona Walnut, or other native varieties. All materials needed for early seedling growth will be provided.
Why Attend?
This workshop is a unique opportunity to help reclaim propagation skills, preserve biodiversity, and ensure the continuation of fruit tree varieties that have deep roots in our local history. Come share knowledge, get your hands dirty, and grow a piece of Northern Arizona's heritage.
For more information, contact flagstafflily@gmail.com