Sep 8

Sep 8 E113: Building Community + Converting Public Land to Garden Space with Sustainable South Osborne Community Co-Op and Spence Neighbourhood Association

Episode 113: Listen here!

Fall has arrived, which Maggie and Dave have mixed feelings about. They chat about that special feeling of harvest that comes when September hits and the “end of season blues.” This week’s episode is all about building community in the garden, featuring some local organizations who will inspire you to think differently about how public land is used.

As garlic planting time approaches (wait until October to plant!), Maggie and Dave share a few quick planting tips. Plus, they let you know that you can buy garlic from both co-hosts’ websites!

Shop individual bulbs of certified organic hardneck garlic OR purchase a complete garlic planting kit from Maggie at fromsoiltosoul.ca. Garlic ships nationally!
Shop from a variety of individual bulbs of certified organic hardneck garlic from Dave at sagegarden.ca. Local Manitoba garlic sales only.

And a big SHOUT OUT to The Grow Guide Facebook group for all the amazing member posts lately. Join the group to share your own experiences and gather advice from other listeners!

Question of the Week: Growing Vanilla Orchids! Check out our past episode from Season 1 Episode 24 Growing Orchids with Joan Porteous

Maggie’s Fav Thing: Salton VitaPro Dehydrator

Dave’s Fav Thing: Devil’s Backbone Houseplant

Image courtesy of: Sage Garden Greenhouses

Guests Featured in This Week’s Episode

Stephen Kirk, Greenhouse Coordinator with Spence Neighbourhood Association

Stephen joins us to share about this Winnipeg organization that focuses on community-led initiatives to support community members in the Spence Neighbourhood. He shares details on the new community greenhouse that will be ready this Fall and shares tips for those looking to do the same with public spaces in their area.

Image Courtesy of: Spence Neighbourhood Association

Mat Scammell, board member with Sustainable South Osborne Community Co-Op

Matt joins us to share about SSOCC’s mandate of converting barren public land to fruitful garden spaces. He walks The Grow Guide through an “audio tour” of their large orchards, various community gardens and permaculture plots throughout the South Osborne neighbourhood. He also invites listeners to attend the 2021 Harvest Dinner coming up on September 19th with local Winnipeg chefs, Mandel Hitzer from Deer & Almond and Dustin Peltier from Loaf & Honey. Email southosbornecommons@gmail.com for your ticket today!