Immerse yourself in the magic of sustainable and edible gardening.

Cultivate a greener, more inclusive world.

Experience an accessible, inclusive and edible gardening journey. We'll train you through organic, eco-friendly growing methods with peat-free, reusable, and biodegradable products for herbs, salads, veggies, microgreens, or edible flowers. These sessions are fully customisable to suit your team's or community's needs.

Explore our Gardening Workshops

  • Chauntelle Lewis, gardener and founder of The Barefoot Planter, tending to her freshly harvested two-tone colored Summer Squash Zephyr F1s in her small garden in East London, UK in 2022. She's wearing a vibrant orange jumpsuit.

    Introduction to Sustainable Gardening

    • Cultivating Community: Discover the nurturing benefits of gardening as a community, fostering a sense of togetherness.

    • Gardening Fundamentals: Learn how to get started with organic gardening as a beginner, building a strong foundation for your green journey.

    • Interactive Learning: Engage in immersive activities that make learning enjoyable.

    • Creating a Herb or Vegetable Garden: Gain the confidence to start your own produce at home, bringing fresh flavours to your meals.

    • Eco-Friendly Techniques: Embrace sustainable practices for a greener future, including effective and natural methods to control pests in your container garden.

  • Stock image from Unsplashed of stacked terracotta plant pots, a plastic alternative used in The Barefoot Planter's sustainable gardening workshops. Example of eco-friendly products selected by Chauntelle Lewis, founder of The Barefoot Planter.

    Eco-Friendly Container Gardening

    • Gardening Fundamentals: Learn organic gardening basics including techniques for small spaces like balconies or small gardens in the inner city.

    • Indoor and Outdoor Options: Explore both indoor and outdoor container gardening best practices.

    • Interactive Learning: Engage in activities like seed sowing, repotting and propagation.

    • Sustainable Solutions: Discover eco-friendly container gardening through upcycling and alternative approaches.

    • Organic Pest Control: Learn natural methods to control pests in your container garden.

    • Seasonal Maintenance: Get tips for cleaning and maintaining your container garden in changing seasons.

  • Image of Chauntelle Lewis, gardener and founder of The Barefoot Planter, holding freshly harvested vibrant red cherry tomatoes from her small garden in East London, UK, in 2022.

    Seasonal Gardening and Plant Selection

    • Discover seasonal gardening and plant selection.

    • Get tailored guidance for herb garden maintenance.

    • Sow seeds for winter and autumn with home gardening tips.

    • Learn companion planting and organic pest control methods for the upcoming seasons.

    • Engage in interactive Q&A to troubleshoot gardening challenges.

    • Organic Pest Control: Learn natural methods to control pests in your container garden.

    • Seasonal Maintenance: Get tips for cleaning and maintaining your container garden in changing seasons.

  • Stock photo from Unsplashed of a beautiful butterfly resting on red and yellow marigold flowers—a wonderful representation of the concepts taught by The Barefoot Planter's founder Chauntelle Lewis in her sustainable gardening workshops.

    Edible Flower Growing

    • Introduction to Edible Flowers: Learn about various edible flowers and sustainable best practices.

    • Selecting the Right Flowers: Discover the best edible flowers to grow in your region.

    • Planting and Care: Learn how to plant, propagate, and care for edible flowers.

    • Seed Saving Tips: Explore methods of saving edible flower seeds.

    • Safety Tips: Understand essential safety measures when handling and consuming edible flowers.

    • Culinary Applications: Explore creative ways to use edible flowers in cooking and drinks.

    • Tasting Session: Experience the flavours of different edible flowers through a tasting session.

    • Q&A and Take Home: Get expert advice and a starter kit for your own edible flower garden.

  • Stock photo from Unsplash of DIY vibrant bird houses in a tree—inspiration from The Barefoot Planter's founder, Chauntelle Lewis, who teaches in her Designing a Wildlife Friendly Outdoor Space workshops.

    Designing a Wildlife Friendly Outdoor Space

    • Craft Wildlife-Friendly Habitats: Learn to build bird feeders, bee hotels, and insect water stations, creating welcoming spaces for local wildlife.

    • Explore Biodiversity Benefits: Learn about the importance of biodiversity and its positive impact on your garden ecosystem. Discover how various species and organisms work together in ecosystems to maintain balance and support life.

    • Embrace Eco-Friendly Practices and Products: Discover the benefits of using organic products and avoiding harmful pesticides to protect both your garden and the environment.

    • Add Wildlife-Friendly Plants: Explore a diverse selection of affordable and DIY options for plants that attract and support various wildlife, fostering a thriving ecosystem in your garden.

  • Stock photo from Unsplash of potted herb plants—inspiration from The Barefoot Planter's founder, Chauntelle Lewis, who teaches in her Herb Growing workshop.

    Herb Growing and Propagation

    • Introduction to Herbs: Learn about various herbs and their culinary uses.

    • Seed Selection and Planting: Understand how to plant and grow herb seeds.

    • Propagation Techniques: Explore methods of propagating herbs.

    • Sustainable Gardening Practices: Embrace eco-friendly techniques for growing herbs.

    • Care and Maintenance: Learn how to care for your herbs.

    • Harvesting and Storage: Discover the best practices for harvesting and storing herbs.

    • Culinary Applications: Explore creative ways to use fresh herbs in cooking and drinks.

    • Tasting Session: Experience the flavours of various fresh herbs.

    • Q&A and Take Home: Get expert advice and a starter kit for your herb garden.

Foster a safe space of belonging.

Our sustainable gardening workshops are perfect for team bonding in workplaces and local community initiatives, offering fun activities suitable for all ages and abilities. We foster a sense of community, provide a safe space to cultivate gardening skills, and promote sustainable practices.

Green spaces, skills & jobs for ALL.

We prioritise inclusivity and accessibility, celebrating each unique journey and empowering everyone to thrive! Proactively inquiring about accessibility needs during project proposals, we cater to both in-person and online workshops with utmost flexibility. Our commitment extends to addressing disability and neurodiversity barriers, ensuring everyone feels welcome and valued. We foster a supportive environment for learning and upskilling, encouraging participants to enjoy sustainability-led gardening workshops, cooking classes, and dining experiences.

Seeking a bespoke gardening workshop?

Contact us to unlock your personalised gardening journey with our workshops, designed to cater to your unique needs and interests.

Can't find what you're looking for? Reach out to us, and we'll be happy to collaborate to craft a bespoke gardening workshop to fit your team's or community's needs.

Need help establishing or nurturing your community gardening initiative?

Reclaim gardening as a collective activity embracing inclusivity for EVERYONE.

We offer training opportunities for local community engagement initiatives to empower residents with valuable knowledge and skills. Reach out to discuss your specific requirements and budget with our team.

“Thank you very much for the tomato plants and many bags of gifted seeds. You are the inspiration for the café’s back garden and also your continual support for Rial.”

— Rial Café, West Ham (UK)

Sip and Pot

Join our pop-up workshop ‘Sip & Pot’, pot plants whilst you sip on beverages, and connect with fellow plant lovers. Expert guidance included.

Ready to cultivate your gardening talents and forge new connections?