Gardening 101: Tomato Series #1 of 5

Join us for a comprehensive five-part workshop series focused on all aspects of growing tomatoes, held once a month from January through May at Millican Reserve. Whether you’re a novice gardener or looking to refine your skills, this series covers everything from seed to pantry. 

Series Breakdown: 

• January – Part 1: Planning, Selection, and Germinating – Start your tomato journey by learning how to select the best varieties for your garden, plan your growing season, and successfully germinate your seeds.
• February – Part 2: Potting Up, Pruning, and Prepping Garden Space – Discover how to pot up your seedlings, prune for optimal growth, and prepare your garden space for the upcoming transplant.
• March – Part 3: Transplanting and Trellis Systems – Learn the best practices for transplanting your tomatoes into the garden and setting up trellis systems for support.
• April – Part 4: Trellis Demonstration, Integrated Pest Management (IPM), and Pruning – Get hands-on experience with trellising techniques, learn how to manage pests using IPM strategies, and continue developing your pruning skills.
• May – Part 5: Harvesting and Preservation – Reap the rewards of your labor by learning the best techniques for harvesting your tomatoes and various methods to preserve them.

This course is discounted 50% for Individual and Family Members! Must be signed in at time of registration to receive discount. 

Parking 

Please use the Farm Entrance to Millican Reserve (19851 FM 2154). Take the gravel road past the Farm to continue to the Boathouse. It is approximately 1 mile and is marked with signs for the Boathouse. There are two gravel parking areas that you may use.

All workshops are subject to rescheduling due to inclement weather. Registered participants will be notified via email in the event of a change. 

If you have questions or are having difficulty registering for this series, please email us at info@millicanreserve.com.