Student repotting a plant into a terracotta container during gardening class

Learn how to grow plants in pots and containers with our gardening short course in Sydney! Whether you are a budding enthusiast or seasoned gardener, this comprehensive course will guide you through mastering the art of container gardening. Discover the essential growing techniques, explore the ideal potting mixes, and choose the right containers for healthy, vibrant plants.

Design and stylise your green haven by understanding plant care, maintenance, and aesthetics. The course also includes practical sessions and demonstrations to enhance hands-on experience. Perfect for beautifying your indoor or outdoor spaces, this course empowers you to create thriving botanical displays.

Course Outline

  • Essential growing techniques for healthy plants
  • Potting mix importance and container selection
  • Stylising, decorating, and maintaining container plants
  • Hands-on workshops: potting, re-potting, and propagation
  • Long-term maintenance and troubleshooting tips

Schedule & Pricing

  • Date: 16 May 2026 or 12 Sep 2026
  • Time: 8:30 am – 12:30 pm
  • Price: $99
  • Location: Sydney Community College, 2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039

Please Note: This course does not cover pest/disease diagnosis or chemical treatments. For personalised plant selection advice, contact a local horticulturist.


Details
4 hours

You will learn

  • Identify and select reliable plants for containers
  • Apply techniques to grow herbs, flowers, and vegetables in pots
  • Determine ideal plant positioning and reliable watering methods

You will get

  • Practical skills in potting and re-potting plants
  • Confidence in maintaining container gardens
  • Statement of Completion

Appropriate for

Gardeners seeking in-depth skills for cultivating plants in pots and containers


Preparation

What to bring

  • Notepad and pen or digital device for notes
  • Gardening gloves and optional face mask
  • Optional: Your own plants and potting mix for hands-on practice

What to wear

Casual


Your Teacher
Sydney Community College

Sydney Community College

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Sydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors

The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.

We do this by:

  • Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
  • Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
  • Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
  • Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
  • Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.

Terms

Cancellations & Refunds

If the organiser cancels the class:

You are entitled to a full refund.

If you can't attend the class:

You’re welcome to send someone in your place.

OR

  • A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.

Terms & Conditions

At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.  

At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.

That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably.  Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:

Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College. 

 Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College. 

Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued.  If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.

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