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Sustainable Gardening in the Mountains

Spring
February 05, 2026•2 min read

📆 Date: Mar 15, 2026
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM–1:00 PM
📍 Location: 295 Rule Road, Eagle CO 81631
💰 Price: $25
🎟️ Register: https://link.fourthstreetfarm.com/widget/bookings/mountain-gardening-basics-sustainable-landscape
🎥 Digital Version: Not Available

Event Description

New to gardening in Eagle County—or gardening at all?
Intro to Gardening – Landscape is a foundational class designed to help brand-new gardeners and those new to the area understand how to create healthy, resilient landscapes in our unique mountain environment.

This class covers the core basics of landscape gardening, with a strong focus on working with local conditions instead of fighting them. We’ll start with soil—what types are common in our area, why soil health matters, and how compost and mulch play very different (but equally important) roles in the garden.

You’ll learn the difference between annuals and perennials, how to decide which makes sense for your space and goals, and how to approach planting with long-term success in mind.
We’ll also introduce waterwise gardening principles, including how to choose plants that need less water, how to water effectively, and why smart plant selection is the easiest way to save water without sacrificing beauty.

This class also touches on basic garden design concepts—how to think about layout, plant placement, and flow so your landscape is functional, attractive, and manageable.
We’ll talk through planting basics, nutrient needs, and how to avoid common beginner mistakes that lead to frustration or wasted effort.

Education comes first, with approachable explanations and practical guidance you can apply immediately.
By the end of the class, you’ll have a clearer understanding of how landscapes work in Eagle County and the confidence to start making thoughtful, sustainable gardening choices.

This class is your starting point for building a landscape that’s beautiful, functional, and suited to our mountain climate.

What You'll Learn

In this class, you’ll learn how to:

  • Understand basic soil types in Eagle County

  • Use compost vs. mulch correctly and effectively

  • Know the difference between annuals and perennials

  • Choose plants that fit your space and goals

  • Apply waterwise gardening principles

  • Plant correctly for long-term success

  • Understand basic nutrient needs of landscape plants

  • Think through simple design basics for home landscapes

Perfect For

This class is a great fit if:

  • You’re brand new to gardening

  • You’re new to Eagle County and unsure where to start

  • You feel overwhelmed by plant choices and advice

  • You want a low-stress, sustainable approach to landscaping

  • You’re confused about soil, mulch, compost, or watering

  • You want to build confidence before investing in plants

  • You prefer clear basics over complicated techniques

If you want a strong, supportive introduction to landscape gardening that actually makes sense for where you live, this class will help you start with confidence.

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