Win a $50 Gift Certificate!
That's right! Take our brief Nursery Improvement Questionnaire to help us make needed changes and you'll be entered to win a $50 Gift Certificate. It'll only take 7 minutes and your answers are much appreciated. A random winner will be selected and notified on October 31st. Click here to take the survey.
Winter Crops Now in Stock!
That's right, tomatoes take a back seat to the hearty and healthy winter crops. We're happy to announce the arrival of lettuce, cauliflower, broccoli, brussles sprouts, shallots, garlic and onion sets, as well as organic bulk seeds of peas, sweet peas and collard greens. These seeds are sold "By the Shot Glass" so stop by our "Bar" and stock up on your winter favorites and maybe a few you've yet to try.
Become a part of our organization - as a City Farmers Nursery docent.
Are you interested in gardening and communicating with people? City Farmers Nursery is accepting applications from individuals interested in becoming a nursery docent. No previous nursery experience or knowledge of the horticulture is necessary.
For more information on the docent program, including how to apply, please click here.
Offloading Vehicles: Truck for Sale
We're selling our sturdy, well-running 1980 white Ford Ranger stake bed pickup truck, a v4 and very gas friendly for $1,500. If you or someone you know is interested, call us at (619) 284-6358 or swing by the nursery for more information. It was the first car I bought brand new, it was my son's first car and it's due for a good home.
October 25th is our Fall Harvest Festival &
20th Annual pumpkin Growing Contest!
Our 20th annual pumpkin Growing Contest will take place on October 25th at 11am, sharp. Come out and support young gardeners who have taken on the challenge of growing this years' Great Pumpkin. If you can believe it, in 2001 our record-holder grew a 65lb pumpkin. All children who join us on the contest day will receive prizes, play games and the pre-registered particpiants who place will be eligible for extra-special prizes.
Get ready for an amazing Fall Harvest/Craft Festival from 9am-4pm. Stop by and see displays of homemade wares set in and around the nursery. From beading to knitting, painting to gifts for your home, this is a unique and lovely way to celebrate this beautiful time of year, support artists, and enjoy the benefits of gardening.
Spots Still Available for Local Artists & Crafters
This event is completely free to participate in. If you're interested in having a table, the deadline for artists to secure a spot will be Monday, October 13th. Please contact us at (619) 284-6358 or fill out our online interest form. To learn more, view our frequently asked questions
Help us promote by forwarding this email to a friend or posting our Harvest Festival Flyer at your office, your favorite coffee shop, community center, or school.
Tell a fellow gardener!
A new twist to the craft fair will be the "Homegrown Sell-or-Trade" barter area. Those of you who have extra veggies or fruits, bring your "harvest overflow" on down and swap your extra produce with others. We like to think of it as a down-to-earth farmers market. For more information please call us at (619) 284-6358, (no spot reservation needed for the Homegrown Sell-or-Trade).
November is Free Class Month at City Farmers!
All classes take place at City Farmers Nursery from 10am-12pm.
Click here to see our online calendar
Saturday, November 1st
Pruning from Beginner to Intermediate in less than 2 hours!
Click Here to Sign Up for this FREE Class
Fruit Trees to Roses and everything in between; learn the professional techniques that will turn your bushes, shrubs and trees into artful, safe and healthy parts of your yard.
Saturday, November 8th
Preparing your Garden for Winter
Click Here to Sign Up for this FREE Class
This class will tackle soil-preparation, crop changes, fertilizer scheduling and weather-guarding your current garden. Winter is the most cost-effective time to make changes in your garden-not only are bare-root plants inexpensive, the cooler weather will make your garden overhaul less stressful on your current plants.
Saturday, November 15th
Full-Cycle Organic
Click Here to Sign Up for this FREE Class
The most-anticipated class this month, Full-Cycle Organics focuses on making your yard into a closed-loop, low footprint effort. From planting preparation, organic maintenance to harvesting, preservation and composting, this class will offer 100 minutes jam-packed with easy-to-implement organic techniques. Sustainable living and making organic gardening a family activity will be cornerstones of this wonderful class.
Saturday, November 22nd
Basic Hydroponics
Click Here to Sign Up for this FREE Class
Back by popular demand, Basic Hydroponics is an opportunity to learn about soil-less growing and the amazing results therein. Did you know there are organic alternatives for every chemical hydroponic solution? Did you know that soil-less growing saves over 50% of the water typically used for outdoor growing? Join current customers who grow everything from basil and lavender to roses in compact, clean spaces and learn about the ins-and-outs of hydroponics!
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