Having a compost bin is a fantastic way to convert yard waste and vegetable kitchen scraps into a great soil amendment and keep organic material out of landfills. Winter composting Colorado winters make it hard to keep backyard compost piles active. But that does not mean you cannot still compost during the colder months. It […]
Join the Growing Movement
Coloradoans are still feeling the effect of the pandemic. Rates of food insecurity and hunger remain high. But you can do something to make a difference and help our friends, neighbors, and community members in need. You can Grow and Give! History of the Program The Colorado Master Gardener program, is a well-known part of […]
Grow & Give: A Modern Victory Garden Project
The concept is simple enough… grow your own food and donate what you can locally. In March 2020, a team of Colorado State University Extension staff and faculty saw an opportunity to pivot our programming. We poured our energy into a Modern Victory Garden Project we simply call, Grow & Give. Victory Gardens Victory Gardens […]