Malls have anchor stores and so do farmers markets - those vendors who attract the most traffic. At Ardovino's Desert Crossing, one of those mainstays is the El Paso County Master Gardeners Association which sells the farm fresh produce Master Gardeners raise in east El Paso.
This week they will be selling tomatoes, 4 varieties of squash, cucumbers, jalapeños and Serrano chiles, and eggplant according to the Master Gardeners Association President, Joe Falkner. I know by experience that their tomatoes are meatier, firmer, juicier and far more flavorful than those found in the grocery store chain. I also know that their current batch of jalapeños are zesty and good on meat, with eggs, in a salsa or just by themselves.
Master Gardener, Linda Doughtie, talks about herb gardening
Master Gardeners are trained volunteers who give time educating the public about gardening issues. Farmers Market patrons of Ardovino's Desert Crossing in Sunland Park can get gardening and other tips each Saturday from 8:30 until 9 a.m. on the patio. Admission to these programs is free.
The August schedule of the Master Gardener educational programs at Ardovino's Desert Crossing Farmers Market is:
August 1 Garden Fresh on the Grill, Jim HastingsAugust 8 Groom and Feed Roses Now for Fall Bloom, Bill HootenAugust 15 Weeds and Grubs in the Lawn, Joe FalknerAugust 22 Square Foot Gardening, Ed McElroyAugust 29 Construct Your Own Recirculating Fountain, Jim Hastings
Besides their talks at the farmers market on Saturdays, Master Gardeners offer a Second Saturday Gardening Program at the El Paso Garden Center, 3105 Grant Avenue. On August 8, Joe Falkner will discuss "Preparing for Fall Gardening" with tips on getting your garden shaped up in the fall and thinking ahead to spring. Again, the lectures are free and no reservations are required.
For more information, call 566-1276.
By the way, Ardovino's Desert Crossing restaurant is simply one of best places to eat (and drink) in the El Paso/Las Cruces area.
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