Sustainable Bounty - Growing enough
Description
Unlock the secrets of sustainable gardening in this masterclass, "Sustainable Bounty - Growing Enough" where we explore 'what is enough'. Perfect for beginners or intermediate gardeners, this final session of our New Year, Greener Garden series, led by Karen Sutherland, will guide you in determining the right amount to grow for your family or how much you could realistically grow in the space you have.
Are you curious about how many seeds to sow or the normal yield of a zucchini plant? Wondering about the growth duration of cauliflower? Pondering the necessity of six cucumber plants? Or maybe you find yourself overplanting your small space and want to know what to plant and how many to have a healthy productive space. This masterclass is designed to answer some of these questions and guide you through the intricacies of planning crops and optimizing your food garden.
Our expert-led session will help you understand the quantity of seeds to plan your perfect crop, identify the must-have vegetables that are super producers, ensuring a bountiful supply to fill your family's dinner plates.
By the end of the session, you'll not only have a better understanding of "what is enough" but also be equipped with the knowledge that gardening isn't just about frequent trips to the nursery melting the credit card, it's about careful nurturing and mastering the basics and this doesn't have to cost a fortune.
Join us for the final instalment of the "New Year, Greener Garden" series, and embark on a journey towards a more sustainable and rewarding gardening experience.
Presenter - Karen Sutherland
Karen Sutherland has been growing food since she was 8 years old and has had 40 years training and experience in horticulture, specialising in edible gardening for the last 15 years. She teaches, writes, and consults on edible gardening, with an emphasis on native Australian plants for food and health. She co-authored the award-winning book ‘Tomato, Know Sow Grow Feast’ in 2018.
This session is one of five in a Masterclass Series "New Year, Greener Garden". Other topics include - Establishing a compost; Garden Journalling: Slowing down and tuning in; Water-Wise Gardening: Thriving with Less; Resource Smart - Minimizing waste, through recycling and other thrifty approaches.
Book the Series Package for discount. Friends of SGA receive a 15% discount on all Master Classes. You can become a Friend of SGA here and GGPs receive a 30% discount.
What you will learn
- How to plan crops to provide enough food or not overfill spaces
What you will get
- Access to recording for 2 weeks
What to bring
- No
What to wear
No dress code
Appropriate for
Beginner - Intermdiate gardeners and those with small plots
Sustainable Gardening Australia (SGA) is a not-for-profit non-government organiation dedicated to achieving a healthy biodiverse planet.
Its driving purpose is to:
- Encourage, educate and enable home and professional gardeners to adopt sustainable gardening practices to protect or enhance the natural environment;
- Provide information, education and undertake research about the natural environment;
- Reconnect people to the natural world through gardening; and
- Ensure an understanding of the impacts that gardening decisions about chemical and resource use have on the natural environment well beyond their neighbourhood.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
Terms & Conditions
SGA’s Booking Conditions
- Bookings are considered final once payment is made and no refunds will be given for non-attendance.
- If there are insufficient numbers for an event it may be cancelled or postponed by SGA. If this is the case, you will be notified and given the option of either a full refund or a transfer to a different SGA event of equivalent value.
- Please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled starting time for registration and seating