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Cooperative Extension in Cumberland County

Container Gardening

Tidewater Farm
UMaine Gardens at Tidewater Farm 200 Presumpscot Point Rd, Falmouth

Join UMaine Extension Horticulture staff, Pamela Hargest and Abi Griffith, for a hands-on workshop on growing vegetables, herbs, and flowers in containers. Learn how to plant and care for a thriving container garden throughout the growing season. In this interactive class, you’ll explore which potting mixes work best for containers, how to choose varieties that […]

$20

Preserving the Harvest: Intro to Pressure Canning

Preserving the Maine Harvest
UMaine Regional Learning Center 75 Clearwater Drive, Suite 104, Falmouth

Ever wonder how to preserve all those great garden vegetables? This hands-on food preservation workshop will teach you the basic steps for pressure canning low-acid foods. Participants will learn recommended methods for preserving foods, the latest and safest recipes, about equipment to ensure safety, and how to check for properly sealed jars. Participants may bring […]

$25

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