roots2grow

10/21/2026

10/17/2026

Meet "The Edible Perennial Garden"
These snapshots show its journey over 16 months, starting from scratch and growing into a lush, low-maintenance food garden. Everything here comes back year after year: sorrel, oregano, onion chives, sage, lavender, rosemary, plus evergreen berries and blackberries for sweet rewards.
Watch it grow, season after season.

10/13/2026

Fall is here!
It’s time to gather fallen leaves to cover the soil of open garden beds. A natural mulch that nourishes the soil and creates a habitat for soil fauna during winter.

10/13/2026

At Learning Tree, children continue to explore the outdoors, nurture the garden, and harvest fresh food.

09/12/2026

These hoop houses are designed to fit over standard 4-ft wide raised beds, and they can easily be modified to cover a full 4 ft × 8 ft bed. A simple frame made from 2x2s forms the base that supports the whole structure.

Two big benefits: ☀️ Traps heat through the greenhouse effect, keeping plants warm long into the cold months 🌧️ Shields your garden from damaging rain and wind

⚠️ One critical tip: securely attach the hoop house to the raised bed. If it isn't anchored, windstorms can literally make it take off and destroy it.

09/02/2026

A Mystery in the Garden... Solved!

Over the past few weeks, our raised garden beds have been in a bit of a state. The soil was dug up, especially in the corners, and some crops were uprooted. For a while, the culprit remained a mystery.

But we finally found the evidence we were looking for: fresh footprints!

It turns out we were right to suspect on raccoons. As we move deeper into fall, nature is preparing for winter, and our garden beds are looking like a prime source of food (earthworms, grubs). It’s a natural instinct for them to dig and forage as the seasons change.

While it’s frustrating to see the damage, we’re choosing to see it as a sign of the changing season. We’re working on gentle deterrents to protect our winter crops while respecting our wild neighbors.

08/18/2026

Let's wait one more week! was a decision I definitely regretted.
While I was waiting for the perfect moment, the rodents had other plans. They visited the garden and feasted on the corn, leaving me to count the losses. It’s a hard lesson and reminder that: gardening teaches us patience and resilience.

08/18/2026

There is nothing quite like hands-on learning!
Today at Learning Tree Daycare, the children are getting their hands dirty helping to prepare our new garden bed. We are so grateful to the Crows Point Community Garden Committee for making this possible. Fall crops are coming soon!

08/05/2026

Spotting hover flies in the garden? That’s a good sign! These "flower flies" are essential pollinators for your fruits and veggies. Keep them thriving!

05/24/2026

Join Us This Summer! Help keep our UHE school garden thriving during the summer break. Whether you are a total beginner or a seasoned pro, we’d love to have you join our community of growers.
What You’ll Do:
Targeted Watering: Because our garden is so large, volunteers are asked to water a specific section rather than the whole space in one go.
Garden Care: Assist with weeding and harvesting a variety of fresh vegetables.
Autumn Prep: Help us start seeds for fall crops like broccoli, cabbage, kale, onions, and leafy greens.
Our Garden Space: Our diverse growing area includes metal raised beds, large round planter pots, and in-ground garden beds, providing a variety of ways to learn about gardening.
Volunteer Benefits:
Harvest the Rewards: Take home the fresh, organic produce you help grow!
Please remember: Bring your own shopping bags to transport your harvest home.
Location: Find us at the back of the gravel sports field at the UHE School.
How to Get Started: All volunteers must attend a 1-hour orientation.
Participants can choose to attend either the session on June 12th (17:00 – 18:00) or the one on June 13th (10:00 – 11:00).
To Sign Up: Please send an email to [email protected] to schedule your orientation session.