Smart Gardening for Absolute Beginners with Basil (Online)
Event description
Have you ever wanted to grow your own plants but felt unsure where to begin? Indoor plants? Outdoor garden?
This fun and friendly class will demystify the world of plants and gardening and give you the confidence to start or even revisit your green journey.
No garden? No problem! You'll learn how to garden even from your windowsill or balcony!
It's the perfect class for anyone with zero gardening experience, or who has ever accidentally “loved their plant to death.”
What will we cover?
In this introductory session, we’ll explore:
- What a plant actually is and how it grows
- The key things every plant needs to thrive (light, water, soil, etc.)
- The basics of setting up your indoor garden
- Easy-to-grow houseplants suited to different light and care levels
- Tips on potting, placement, and troubleshooting common plant problems
What will you need?
A notebook is optional for jotting down notes, but your questions and curiosity is a must!
Accessibility
- Closed Captions
- Discounted Early Bird Tickets
- Free Tickets for First Nation Attendees
Who will be teaching?
Basil Sarguroh (he/him) is an enthusiastic Master's student in tropical biology and a former research biologist. He is a lifelong plant lover with a passion for making the natural world accessible to everyone.
From growing up tending rooftop gardens in India to now studying ecology in Australia, Basil has a knack for turning science into stories—and plant care into something anyone can confidently do. You can follow Basil @basil_sarguroh
Important info:
Photo by Tanvir Islam on Unsplash
Other questions or accessibility requests? Just shoot an email to Maddy (she/her) at melbourne@lanewaylearning.com.
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