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Vintage Kokedama Class

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 18:31:10 GMT

Vintage Kokedama Class with Above the Dirt Garden Shop

Thursday, Feb 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Thursday Feb 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Saturday March 7, 10:30am - 11:30am

Learn the art of kokedama, a Japanese planting style where roots are wrapped in moss instead of a traditional pot. In this hands-on class, we’ll pair that technique with beautiful vintage glassware to create a one-of-a-kind plant display that’s both timeless and full of character.

Price: $49.99

Facilitator: Molly Mayapple

8 attendees max!

What Will we Do at this Class?

Hands-on - each participant will build their own Kokedama that is paired beautifully with a small piece of upcycled glassware.

Who SHould Attend

No plant experience required! Everyone. We also think it would be fun to attend with a friend!

What Should I Bring?

Your glorious self. We will have some glassware on site, but you can definitely bring something vintage that you are already inspired by!

Price:

$49.99

Dates:

Thursday, Feb 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Thursday Feb 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Saturday March 7, 10:30am - 11:30am

8 Attendees Max

Facilitator: Molly Mayapple

Above the Dirt’s own Molly!! You know her as the nicest, most helpful person ever. But you may not have known that she has a master eye for fun, retro style, and can help you with all your houseplant questions.

What Will Attendees Receive?

Plant of their choice (options based on availability are: syngonium, pothos, peperomia, or begonia, etc), moss, bowl, twine, peet moss, and soil - plus the instructor will teach you have to create your Kokedama masterpiece.

The Roots of Sourdough Starter Maintenance

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 19:00:31 GMT

The Roots of Sourdough Starter Maintenance

Friday, March 13, 2026

6:30pm-7:30pm

Winter Weather leaves us all feeling a bit grouchy, lazy and hungry. What makes you think your Sourdough Starter would feel any different? Learn how to keep your starter happy and healthy through every season. Great bread begins with a strong starter. Join Adriane Hilliard in learning the ropes of sourdough maintenance!

Price: $50

Facilitator: Adriane Hilliard

What Will we Do at this Class?

What exactly IS “wild yeast”? Learn how to feed, store, and nurse your starter back to health. You will also learn when to use your starter for the best bread results.

Who SHould Attend

If you have been wondering what all the Sourdough Hype is about, are already dabbling in bread making a bit, OR if you are an avid baker just struggling to keep your starter happy, this class is perfect for you.

What Should I Bring?

Yourself & A Friend (If you have a starter already that you would like to salvage, bring it!)

Price:

$50

Date:

Friday, March 13, 2026

6:30pm - 7:30pm

8 Attendees Max

Facilitator: Adriane Hilliard

What Will Attendees Receive?

Go home with a spawn of The Monthly Dozen Bakeshop Starter AND a Sourdough Loaf to enjoy.

High Humidity Terrarium Class

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 19:05:07 GMT

High Humidity Terrarium Class

Thursday, February 26th, 2026 from 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm.

Thursday, March 21st, 2026 from 10:00 am - 11:30 am.

Friday, April 17th, 2026 from 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm.

Friday, May 8th, 2026 from 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm.

Saturday, May 30th, 2026 from 10:30 am - 11:30 am.

Friday, June 12th, 2026 from 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm.

If you’ve ever dreamed of creating a terrarium or simply a cozy environment for your high humidity plants to flourish, this class is perfect for you!

Cost: $49.99

Teacher: Alice

What Will we Do at this Class?

We’ll get our hands dirty and assemble some amazing, high-humidity terrariums. The plants we’ll use include begonia, peperomia, syngoniums, and other 2” terrarium species. We’ll also chat about how to keep your terrariums thriving, when they need a little pruning, and how to make sure they stay their happiest!

Who SHould Attend

No terrarium experience necessary- intermediate level class. This class is open to all ages who can build a terrarium and participate independently.

What Should I Bring?

Feel free to bring any rocks, fossils, or small ceramic or plastic trinkets you’d like to use in your terrarium design.

Price:

$49.99

Date:

Thursday, February 26th, 2026

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Taught by: Alice

Above the Dirt’s own Alice!! You know her for being incredibly helpful and knowledgeable at the shop, and as a begonia and terrarium enthusiast she is thrilled to share her knowledge and love of plants with you!

What Will Attendees Receive?

Attendees will receive one drink ticket, a watertight terrarium, and two plants for their terrarium.

Propagation Class

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 19:12:17 GMT

Propagation with

Above the Dirt Garden Shop

Join our propagation class!

Saturday, March 21st, 2026

1:30pm-2:30pm.

Propagation: noun

The breeding of specimens of a plant or animal by natural processes from the parent stock.

Our definition - let's make plant babies!!

Price: $29

Facilitator: Paula Henson, owner Above the Dirt Garden Shop

What Will we Do at this Class?

In a discussion style lesson the group will learn the basics of propagation from cuttings, splitting a parent plant, encouraging plant growth, and basics of feeding your plant.

In the second portion of the class we will join together to get our hands dirty, split some plants, make some cuttings, and pot a rooted cutting.

Who SHould Attend

Beginner to intermediate house plant parents. If you feel like you could probably teach this class, then it would be too basic for you - however you are still very welcome to attend, add your expertise, and propagate a plant with us.

What Should I Bring?

Pen and paper
Any questions you have about propagating plants!
If you have a plant that you'd like to learn how to propagate - bring it - but not required.
An open mind, curious heart, and willingness to participate with the group.

Price:

$29

Date:

Saturday, March 21st, 2026

1:30pm-2:30pm

12 Attendees Max

Facilitator: Paula Henson

Paula Henson, owner Above the Dirt Garden Shop

What is Included?

2 hour class

You will leave with a freshly potted (pre-rooted) plant cutting in a 3” nursery pot from Above the Dirt Garden Shop

Vegetable and Herb Gardening - 3 Part Series

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 19:19:31 GMT

Vegetable and Herb Gardening

- 3 Part Series

Sundays, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3 (all three dates come with class ticket)
Class times each Sunday 2:00 - 4:00pm

Join GroLeafy with Alethea, inspiring over 200,000 followers with her passion for gardening, for an interactive garden planning workshop (3-part growing series). Whether you have a backyard, patio, or apartment, you'll discover how to design and plan your perfect 2026 growing space for

a successful harvest.

Price $149.99

Instructor: Alethea, a dedicated social worker of 20 years, discovered beginner gardening as a powerful form of self-care in 2020. What began as a personal journey has blossomed into a vibrant social media community, where she teaches 200,000+ followers how to grow their own food, eat healthier, and prioritize self-care while sharing her passion for gardening and mental wellness.

15 attendees max - small classes for a personalized experience

What Will we Do at this Class?

Week #1:

Through hands-on learning and guided practice, you'll learn to assess your growing space and understand sunlight patterns. We’ll explore different growing options (in ground, raised beds, and containers), choose the right plants for your space, and know when to plant them throughout the season. Together, we’ll create your garden plan. that includes what tools you’ll need and how to protect your future plants.

Week #2

Through hands-on learning and guided practice, you'll explore proper soil mixing, soil health, seed starting techniques, seed packet instructions, and essential plant care methods. We'll cover indoor growing equipment, proper watering practices, and crop protection. Together, we'll learn transplanting techniques, succession planting, and the basics of maintaining a healthy, productive garden throughout the growing season.

Week #3

You'll discover how to successfully integrate herbs like basil, thyme, cilantro, borage, and lemongrass alongside flowers such as marigolds, zinnias, and sunflowers into your garden space. Learn proper pruning techniques for herbs, harvest timing, and preservation methods including seed saving and drying herbs for seasonings and teas. We'll explore examples of plant combinations while learning how these plants support garden health by attracting pollinators.

Who SHould Attend

Anyone who wants to grow their own food, from first-time gardeners to those with some experience. Perfect for people with any size growing space. Bring a friend and start your planning journey together!

What Should I Bring?

Notebook, calendar, pencil, and pen
Cell phone
Photos of your growing space and a second picture showing any trees/structures affecting sunlight
Your excitement to plan!

Price:

$149.99

Dates:

Sunday, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3 2026 from 2:00pm - 4:00pm.

2:00pm - 4:00pm

15 Attendees Max

Instructor: Alethea

Alethea, a dedicated social worker of 20 years, discovered beginner gardening as a powerful form of self-care in 2020. What began as a personal journey has blossomed into a vibrant social media community, where she teaches 200,000+ followers how to grow their own food, eat healthier, and prioritize self-care while sharing her passion for gardening and mental wellness.

What is Included?

6 hours of interactive instruction (2 hours each class - 3 classes)
Garden planning worksheets
Gardening Resources

Vegetable Gardening 101 - A Quick Guide

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 19:24:05 GMT

Vegetable Gardening 101 - a quick guide

Thursday, March 19th, 2025 from 6:00pm - 7:30pm.

Join GroLeafy with Alethea, inspiring over 200,000 followers with her passion for gardening, for an interactive garden planning workshop . This is a quick-guide to vegetable gardening for the beginner - whether you have a patio with pots, a raised bed, or small in-ground garden,

Price: $49.99

Instructor: Alethea, a dedicated social worker of 20 years, discovered beginner gardening as a powerful form of self-care in 2020. What began as a personal journey has blossomed into a vibrant social media community, where she teaches 200,000 followers how to grow their own food, eat healthier, and prioritize self-care while sharing her passion for gardening and mental wellness.

15 Attendees Max!

What Will we Do at this Class?

Who SHould Attend

What Should I Bring?

Notebook, calendar, pencil, and pen
Cell phone
Photos of your growing space and a second picture showing any trees/structures affecting sunlight
Your excitement to plan!

Price:

$49.99

Date:

Thursday, March 19th, 2025

6:00pm - 7:30pm

15 Attendees Max

Instructor: Alethea

Alethea, a dedicated social worker of 20 years, discovered beginner gardening as a powerful form of self-care in 2020. What began as a personal journey has blossomed into a vibrant social media community, where she teaches 200,000 followers how to grow their own food, eat healthier, and prioritize self-care while sharing her passion for gardening and mental wellness.

Introduction to Native Plants

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 19:29:51 GMT

Intro to native plants with Above the Dirt Garden Shop

Thursday, March 26, 2026

from 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

This class is for anyone interested in learning about native plants. The instructor will provide a comprehensive overview of native plants; what are they, environmental benefits, how to grow native plants, landscape design, garden maintenance, and community engagement.

Price: $29

Instructor: Becca Trueman

16 attendees max!

What Will we Do at this Class?

We will discuss landscape design incorporating Native Plants, turf grass replacements (to do or not to do), Native Gardens, planting patterns, easy native plants, and natives to maybe avoid.

Who SHould Attend

Home gardeners are the target audience for this class but anyone is welcome to participate.

What Should I Bring?

Paper, pen/pencil

Price:

$99

Date:

Thursday, March 26, 2026

6:00pm - 7:30pm

16 Attendees Max

Instructor: Becca Trueman

Becca Trueman is a professional environmentalist and community organizer with a passion for connecting people to the natural world.

Native Plant Garden Design

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 19:38:11 GMT

Native Plant Garden Design with Above the Dirt Garden Shop

This is a 3-week class. Thursdays 6pm - 8pm

Registration includes all three dates:

Thursday, April 9, 2026
Thursday, April 16, 2026
Thursday, April 23, 2026

Looking to bring your native plant garden to life in 2026? Join our 3-week program to create a personalized native plant garden design. Each week our 2 hour session will blend expert guidance with DIY, offering a structured yet hands-on experience to help you develop a custom plan for your unique space.

Price : $99

Instructor: Becca Trueman

18 Attendees Max!

What Will we Do at this Class?

Each session will start with a presentation on key topics related to native plant gardening, followed by dedicated work time to apply what you've learned directly to your design. You’ll receive personalized support and expert advice to address your questions and tackle any challenges. By the end of the program, you’ll leave with a comprehensive, actionable garden design ready for implementation.

Who SHould Attend

Anyone seeking more structure in creating a native plant garden or natural landscape. Attendees are not required to have existing knowledge or experience with native plants. However, those new to the topic will find benefits in attending our Introduction to Native Plants class or spending some time with online resources ahead of class.

What Should I Bring?

Paper, pen/pencil.

Price:

$99

Dates:

Registration includes all three dates:

Thursday, April 19, 2026

Thursday, April 26, 2026

Thursday, May 3, 2026

6:00pm - 8:00pm

18 Attendees Max

Instructor: Becca Trueman

Becca Trueman is a professional environmentalist and community organizer with a passion for connecting people to the natural world.