Day 1: Planning and Preparing Your Patch
We’ll start with the basics of site selection, soil assessment, and garden design. You’ll learn how to choose the best location for your vegetable patch, test and improve your soil, and plan your layout for maximum yield. We’ll cover composting, organic soil amendments, and how to create healthy beds. By the end of the day, you’ll have a clear plan and a prepared patch, ready for planting.
Day 2: Planting and Early Care
On the second day, we’ll focus on sowing seeds and transplanting seedlings. You’ll get hands-on experience with spacing, depth, and companion planting techniques to encourage healthy growth and natural pest control. We’ll discuss watering routines, mulching, and how to identify and address common early-stage problems. By the end of the session, your patch will be planted, and you’ll know how to nurture your young vegetables for a strong start..
Day 3: Maintenance, Harvest, and Troubleshooting
The final day covers ongoing care, harvesting, and troubleshooting. You’ll learn how to recognize when vegetables are ready to pick, the best harvesting methods, and how to store your produce. We’ll also address pest and disease management, crop rotation, and succession planting for continuous harvests. By course end, you’ll have the confidence and skills to maintain a productive, healthy vegetable patch all season long.
Future Gardening Courses
How to grow your own betroots
Growing beetroot is rewarding: choose well-drained soil, add compost, and sow seeds directly where they'll mature. Thin seedlings to avoid overcrowding, keeping strongest plants spaced for root development. Water evenly to prevent cracking, and mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds Harvest when roots reach desired size, store in cool, dark conditions, and enjoy fresh or pickled beetroot from your backyard crop.
How to take care of your garden
Protecting your garden through winter ensures resilient plants come spring. Begin by pruning dead growth, cleaning borders, and dividing perennials where appropriate. Apply a layer of organic mulch to insulate roots and regulate soil temperature. Use frost cloths for vulnerable crops, and plan crop rotation and soil enrichment, giving next season's garden a healthy head start.