Growing Alternative Crops for a Changing Climate
Wednesday 5 August 2020 18:00 00:00
Find out what crops are most adaptable to the changing climate in the UK.
Learn how to successfully grow alternative crops such as Oca, Perennial Kale and Tomatillos, which may be more resilient to changes in our climate than standard crops such as Potatoes, Cabbages and Tomatoes. Many of our standard crops are becoming susceptible to the heat of summer, the frequency of fungal diseases and drought. There are alternatives to these crops, and this session introduces these crops and how to grow them.
Trainer - Helena Dove
Helena currently manages the Kitchen Garden at Kew Gardens, which is run organically and gives its produce to the on-site cafes and for vegetable sales. Previously, she ran the historic Kitchen Garden at Myddelton House Gardens in Enfield. Before working in horticulture, Helena was a qualified teacher, specialising in Music Technology.
Once you register, you will receive a link and a password to our Zoom meeting session.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS EVENT MAY BE RECORDED
If you cannot afford the ticket but would still like to attend, please contact capitalgrowth@sustainweb.org to see if we can help.
Published Wednesday 5 August 2020
Capital Growth: We believe everyone should have the opportunity to grow food as part of a healthy, resilient food system and we are working with our network of growers in London to make this happen.
