Description

Feel that you are missing out on growing your own veggies and herbs due to lack of space? By using containers, pots and vertical space you can transform a balcony, courtyard, patio or windowsill into a hugely productive garden.

In this hands on workshop you will learn how to maximise your small space to create an abundant oasis of food, herbs and ornamentals.

Trainer Bio

Lucy Derum is a horticulturist with over 20 years’ experience in the industry; including retail nursery, community gardens, local Council and as a Horticultural consultant.
Lucy has worked across a broad and diverse range of specialist areas, such as Therapeutic Horticulture, Urban Agriculture and more recently in Food Security.
Having grown up in Melbourne’s inner north, Lucy is well versed in the joys and challenges of small space gardening and currently grows an array of food plants, herbs, native plants, and trees on her balcony and in her small front garden in Thornbury.
Lucy is passionate about sharing her knowledge, skill, and expertise to support communities to grow and enjoy their gardens.

What you will learn

Improve your gardening skills.
Maximise small spaces and grow your own food.
How to transform your balcony.

What to bring

Note pad and pen

What to wear

Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy footwear

Photos/Recordings of the event and attendees

During events, photographs or recordings may be taken and by attending, you consent to be photographed or recorded and having your photos or recordings used for CERES promotional purposes only. Please speak to the event presenter should you wish to be excluded.