Soil Workshop - for Serious Gardeners | Peatix tag:peatix.com,2011:1 2021-11-17T14:24:01+08:00 Peatix NÓNG by Edible Garden City Soil Workshop - for Serious Gardeners tag:peatix.com,2015:event-99976 2015-07-26T10:30:00SGT 2015-07-26T10:30:00SGT Soil blocking is not a new practice, it is common in Europe, and growing in popularity in farms overseas for its many benefits. Instead of growing in conventional seed trays, soil blocks are made with a special hand tool. Some reasons for preferring soil blocks include a lowered risk of transplant shock for plants with delicate roots, promotes healthier root systems, and results a reduction of plastic waste.   Come and experience for yourself how a proper soil block mix is prepared, and then turned into a soil block, and of course — take some for yourself to test out at home. The cost is $49 per person, and limited spaces available, so booking is necessary. Find out more information at www.tendergardener.com .