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

Vegetable and Herb Gardening

  • 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!

  • What is included?

    •  6 hours of interactive instruction (2 hours each class - 3 classes)

    •  Garden planning worksheets

    •  Gardening Resources

  • 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.

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