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Happy spring equinox!
@cultivatefoodconnections hosted this amazing film screening for @commongroundfilm which is all about regenerative farming practices. The “why” behind its importance and to show we can make this sustainable change together. This is the s
That’s a wrap for the 2026 @homeshowdm ! Thank you so much to the team who put it all together. We enjoyed talking to everyone about their gardens from last year, future goals and how to get started! We look forward to helping gardeners this se
Last day of @homeshowdm we’re here to talk gardening and foodscaping. Plus we have seeds from @ninesquarefeet to share! Our booth is at 1968.
Day 3 at @homeshowdm ! Happy Valentine’s Day ❤️✨🫶
Third season of hands in the dirt here we come! This weekend we will be at the @homeshowdm at booth 1968. We’re so excited to share what we’ve been up to over the last year. We are growing food, caring for gardens, and teaching families a
The countdown begins for the Home & Garden Show! February 12-15, 2026 Booth 1968 Please enjoy these photos from last year, we had so much fun🪴 💚
It’s National Chocolate Day, but we have peppers on the brain! Did you know there are chocolate peppers from sweet to hot and all kinds of shapes and sizes? Vegetables are so cool.
There are so many wonderful gardening resources to take advantage of. From libraries, to Facebook groups, local organizations, the internet, and experience gardening neighbors. Some of us learned from grandparents or trial and error. Some joined a co
Happy #nationalbirdday ! Birds help pollination by transferring pollen as they feed on nectar, with pollen sticking to their beaks, heads, or feathers and then getting deposited on other flowers. American Goldfinches benefit ecosystems by dispersing
Happy New Year from Iowa Family Gardens! 2025 was a wonderful growing year with of course challenges. 2026 we know is going to be building our community. Catch us at our Mocktail Class on January 17th with @cultivatefoodconnections at @iowafoodcoo
Merry Christmas! In the next couple weeks we will be discussing seeds. Where and why we order from specific companies, what to look for when purchasing seeds, how to choose seeds if you don't have a garden plan ready yet, and more.