Immerse yourself in the magic of sustainable and edible gardening.

Corporate Offerings

  • Sip & Plant Workshop

    Join our pop-up ‘Sip & Plant’ workshop to connect with fellow plant lovers over light refreshments and non-alcoholic beverages. Expert guidance included.

    Make It

  • On-Site Gardening Sessions

    Transform underutilised office spaces into productive growing zones with our indoor and outdoor workshops, guiding you from seed sowing to garden-to-fork. Through interactive activities, our wellness sessions enhance team learning, connectivity and mindfulness.

    Curate It

  • Off-Site Volunteering Day

    Reconnect with nature and your team offsite at one of our garden sites. Enjoy interactive gardening sessions that give back to the community and offer a refreshing break from the office.

    Support It

1-Year Gardening Residency

Our year-long Gardening Residency offers hands-on, participatory workshops that engage your community with nature. Participants will explore:

🌱 Edible Gardening Methods: Learn essential techniques for growing and maintaining healthy herb, vegetable, fruit and flower gardens.
🎨 Creative Exploration: Use the garden for art, storytelling, and expression.
🌍 Sustainable Practices: Discover climate-conscious methods for eco-friendly gardening.

Focusing on creative practice, sustainable growing, and climate-conscious gardening, our workshops allow participants to grow alongside the changing seasons and see the full life cycle of their work.

Ideal for schools, community centres, and cultural spaces, this residency format fosters connection, learning, and environmental care.

Explore Sustainable Gardening Topics

  • 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.

Seeking a bespoke gardening workshop?

Embark on a personalised gardening journey with our bespoke workshops, tailored to your needs and interests. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced gardener, we offer sessions to guide you every step of the way. Explore our packages for continuous learning!