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Lets share our knowledge and create a world we can all be proud of! This blog will help you keep on top of what is happening at The Sustainability Project Inc.
This is going to be the year we spread our wings and fly!!! We are done building, and now just need to finish the Solar Installation, and run the in-floor heat wire inside, and it is complete! ;-) So very exciting!
This is the best feeling ever! Now we can do meditations in the gardens, yoga in the gardens, Thai Chi, garden concerts, and have workshops! Our first one is going to be a Hide Tanning workshop with Indigenous Elders… How exciting!!!
Hello!! Welcome to The Sustainability Project Inc. 2023 season!! We are so excited to announce that we are almost finished the Education Hub at the Community Gardens, and we will be meeting on May 9th at 1 p.m. to sign waivers, and assign Garden Boxes for the 2023 season! ;-)
If you are interested, please attend this event… all the garden boxes are NOT spoken for, so there is time! You can also text me at 403-846-7274 to put your name on the list of people who will be gardening this year.
We are also proud to announce that we are building a sweat lodge on site, and we that it will be open to the public soon! SO good! ;-)
Spring has arrived, and for many gardeners in Rocky Mountain House, Alberta, that means it's time to start thinking about planting their gardens. With the growing season just around the corner, now is the perfect time to start preparing your garden beds, researching your desired plants, and getting your seeds ready to go.
If you're new to gardening in Rocky Mountain House, it's important to understand that you're in zone 3 of the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map. This means that temperatures can drop to -40°C in the winter, so you'll want to choose plants that are cold-hardy and can withstand these harsh conditions.
When it comes to starting your seeds, timing is everything. In Rocky Mountain House, you can start seeds indoors as early as late February or early March, depending on the type of plant you're growing and the growing conditions in your home. Some seeds, such as peas and lettuce, can be started directly in the garden as early as late April or early May, when the soil has warmed up and there is no longer any danger of frost.
Here are some guidelines for starting seeds in Rocky Mountain House:
Consider the length of your growing season. If you want to grow a plant that takes a long time to mature, such as tomatoes, you'll need to start your seeds indoors in early March to give them enough time to grow and mature before the first frost in late September.
Plan your garden layout. Consider the sun exposure, wind patterns, and soil type of your garden beds, and choose plants that are well-suited to these conditions.
Choose your seeds wisely. Look for seeds that are labeled as "cold-hardy" or "zone 3-friendly." This will give you a good indication of which seeds are best suited for the Rocky Mountain House growing zone.
Start your seeds in a warm, bright location. Seedlings need a warm, bright location with consistent temperature and light in order to thrive. A sunny windowsill or a grow light setup will work well.
Provide proper care for your seedlings. Make sure to keep the soil moist, but not too wet, and provide good air circulation to prevent damping off.
Starting seeds in Rocky Mountain House can be a bit of a challenge, but with careful planning and preparation, you can have a thriving garden that provides you with fresh produce all season long. Whether you're an experienced gardener or a newcomer to the hobby, there's no better time than spring to get your hands dirty and start planting.
In conclusion, starting seeds in Rocky Mountain House, Alberta, is a great way to ensure a bountiful garden this growing season. By following these guidelines and considering the unique growing conditions of your area, you'll be well on your way to a successful and productive garden.
Wow… 2023 already. I was sure that I gave an update last year, but I guess not. Wow how time flies.
We have actually started, and will be finishing the Solar Off-Grid Education Hub!! OMgoodness! I felt like the “Boy Who Cried Wolf” everytime I said THIS YEAR! Well my friends, it is THIS YEAR!! We have started in September 2022, and we will be finished for April 1st, 2023. FINALLY!!!!!!! Go to the FB pages for more updates and pictures. You can go to the Community Gardens - Rocky Mountain House, OR The Sustainability Project - Rocky Mountain House to check us out!! ;-) I will now try to add pictures!
Hello Everybody!! This year there are going to be a few additions to the gardens! We are setting up the Timber Framed Greenhouse, and the water catch system is up! This is an exciting time for us, as we are moving ahead despite the frustrations of the world. We are focusing on keeping everybody safe, and we are Considered an essential service, so 2021 HERE WE COME! ;-)
We are looking for any help you can give to really make our community gardens stand out, so if you are drawn to help, and this resonates with you, email us at the email address on the pages. Thank you in advance, and we look forward to hearing from you!
Check out the new pictures we have added to the gallery!
Wow… what a rollercoaster. I just realized that I haven’t posted yet in 2020! We are still here! An essential service in an unusual time. We are into our 4th growing season, and the Timber Framed Greenhouse is coming!! The water catch system is up! Come on down and safely distance yourselves as you check it out!
We are taking applications for the 2019 season! We will begin planting on the May long weekend, and we have a number of garden boxes available for public use. It is a small deposit of $60.00 per box to start, and you will get $20.00 back at the end of the season, when your garden box is cleaned and everything is harvested. Text us, or comment to apply, or if you have any questions!
Looking forward to growing this season!
We are finished the garden boxes, the grounds are becoming more and more beautiful with each season! We are starting the Tiny Home soon too!! This will be an education hub for the first 3 years, and become an Eco-Living Centre in our Community!! We will be posting the progress here, as we go along
We are excited about Spring 2018! This will be our 2nd year, and we will be finished the community garden boxes by May! We will be in full swing this summer, and I am looking forward to seeing everybody down at the Community Gardens! We are located right beside the railway tracks, where the walking paths start into Riverside Park in Historic Old Town... how cool is that! Stop in and check out the gardens... sit in the "wine shack" and enjoy all that nature has to offer!
You can donate to this project through gofundme, and all donation sponsors will be listed on a Donation Plaque that will be place on the site for generations to come. Here is an example of the type of plaque we will install at the sight...
Please email us at lrobins@telusplanet.net to see how you can support this project, and how you can be involved...
