A Green Note for Advent and Christmas

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As I sit in my comfy green chair looking out our living room window, watching the snow fly and the wind blow, while temperatures dip to -30C, one might wonder why I'm reading an amazing handout on composting.

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I had picked it up at the the Regina Floral Conservatory back in the fall while visiting there. It's called the "RGA Gardening Fact Sheet #2: Composting" and is one of a series of very educational 'green' fact sheets created by the Regina Growers Association and all on display in the conservatory foyer. 

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Ever been there? If not, you must visit this hidden gem! I'm going to feature more about it in a future Green Note, but for now, back to Composting and Fact Sheet #2.

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Even though winter is upon us, I'm reminded of the importance of continuing to think green and the bigger picture--our duties and responsibilities as keepers of the earth. It's a big job with helpful fact sheets like #2 for example, the task doesn't seem as onerous!

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There are many gardening tips mentioned on the Fact Sheet that are particularly interesting from a biological perspective. For example, did you know that with the proper bin placement and size, the original waste volume declines from 10 to 40% once decomposed--amazing!

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Stay tuned for more about the Regina Floral Conservatory in weeks ahead and Happy Winter!

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Barbara Jones