Class is Saturday, June 13, 2026  11:00am - 1:00pm   - Council Bluffs Campus 
Early-season gardening sets the tone for your entire growing year. In this class, you’ll learn which crops thrive in cooler temperatures and how to time your seed starting, transplanting, and direct sowing for optimal results. We’ll cover cold-hardy vegetables, early fruits, succession planting strategies, and how to extend your harvest window using simple techniques. You’ll also learn how to avoid common early-season mistakes that limit yield. Whether you’re planting your first garden or refining your approach, this class will give you a clear, actionable plan for maximizing your spring and early summer harvests.

Class is Saturday, July 25, 2026 11:00am - 1:00pm - Council Bluffs Campus 
Fall gardening is one of the most overlooked opportunities for productive growing. In this class, you’ll learn how to transition your garden from summer into a highly productive fall system. We’ll cover which crops thrive in cooling temperatures—such as leafy greens, root vegetables, and brassicas—and how to time plantings for continuous harvests before and after the first frost. You’ll also learn techniques for season extension, including row covers, low tunnels, and strategic planting windows. Whether you’re looking to get a second harvest from your space or maximize production late into the year, this class will give you a clear and actionable plan.

Class is Saturday, August 22, 2026  11:00am - 1:00pm - Council Bluffs Campus 
Late-season gardening is about precision and planning. In this class, you’ll learn how to push
your garden beyond the traditional growing season using cold-hardy crops and strategic timing.
We’ll cover what can still be planted late in the season, what should already be established, and
how to manage crops through frost and colder temperatures. You’ll also learn about
overwintering techniques, cold frames, and how to protect crops for extended harvests. This
class is ideal for gardeners looking to maximize production and maintain fresh food availability
as the season winds down.

Class is Saturday, July 11, 2026  11:00am - 1:00pm - Council Bluffs Campus 
The main growing season is where your garden reaches its full potential—but only with the right plan in place. This class covers what to plant for peak summer production, including warm-season crops like tomatoes, peppers, squash, beans, and more. You’ll learn how to time plantings for continuous harvests, manage plant spacing for maximum yield, and support heavy-producing crops. We’ll also discuss pest and disease prevention strategies during the hottest months and how to keep plants productive longer. By the end, you’ll have a clear roadmap for managing a thriving summer garden.