Gardening for beginners
Workshop Beginner

Gardening for beginners

Jun

27

June 27, 2026

Calthorpe Community Garden, 🇬🇧

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About This Event

Gardening for Beginners is a hands-on workshop taking place on Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 9 AM to 4 PM at Calthorpe Community Garden in London.

What to Expect

  • Gain confidence and practical skills for successful growing.
  • Learn essential gardening techniques and key principles.
  • Focus on sustainable, organic methods for plant and soil care.
  • Opportunity to ask questions and engage with both theory and hands-on elements.
  • Led by Charlie, Head Gardener and an experienced horticulture teacher.

Who Should Attend

This workshop is designed for complete novices or those with some plant experience who wish to begin or develop their own garden with purpose and success.

Practical Information

The workshop lasts 7 hours, from 9 AM to 4 PM. Participants are encouraged to bring their own gardening gloves and secateurs if they have them. Places are limited for a practical and hands-on experience, so early booking is recommended.

Programme

  • Basic horticulture terminology
  • Understanding your soil and growing conditions
  • Basic propagation techniques
  • Aftercare and pruning
  • Choosing the right plant for the right place

Topics

Gardening Horticulture Propagation Soil Health Sustainable Methods