Think you need a big backyard to grow food? Think again.

This practical Container Gardening workshop will show you how to successfully grow herbs, vegetables, and flowers in pots, buckets, tubs, and other containers—making it ideal for small sections, patios, balconies, decks, and rental properties.

We’ll cover the essentials of setting up productive containers that are easy to maintain and can provide fresh food year-round.

Topics include

• Choosing the right containers
• Soil and potting mix basics
• Watering and drainage
• What grows well in containers in Franklin
• Seasonal planting ideas
• Budget-friendly and reused container options

Suitable for

Complete beginners through to experienced gardeners looking for new ideas.

What to bring

• A notebook if you’d like to take notes.
• Questions about your own garden or growing space.

You’ll leave with practical tips you can put into action immediately, whether you have a sunny balcony, a small courtyard, or just a few pots by the back door.

Sunday 30 August, 2:00–3:30pm
Waiuku Zero Waste Education Space
5 Hosking Place, Waiuku