Description
Sow an array of flower seeds to brighten your garden
Thursday 12 September 6.30 – 8.30pm
A hands-on workshop with plenty to take home to get you growing!
In this easy-going session, self-taught flower-garden enthusiast, Isabelle Weston will introduce you to growing cut flowers from seed. Designed for beginners, this hands-on workshop will teach you the essentials of raising your own flower seeds, from planting to growth. You’ll gain valuable knowledge on how to nurture a thriving flower garden and take home enough seeds to provide plenty of future planting and picking.
- Fundamentals of Seed Raising: Learn about different types of flower seeds, soil preparation, and optimal planting techniques.
- Practical Experience: A hands-on workshop where you will pot your own seeds under guidance.
- Seedling Care: Gain insights into watering, sunlight requirements, and other care tips to ensure healthy seedling growth.
Materials Provided to take home
- A variety of flower seeds
- Seedling trays and pots
- High-quality potting mix
- Instructional planting guide
- Seed to take home
What to Bring
- Notebook and pen for taking notes
- Gardening gloves (optional)
- Mask for potting mix
- A large plastic or cardboard storage box for transporting your newly planted seeds home. A plastic storage container can also serve as a seed-raising glass house.
Isabelle Weston
Isabelle is the Activities & Events Coordinator at the Canterbury Horticultural Society. Her profound love for gardening, especially for cultivating cut flowers, has inspired her to share her extensive knowledge with others.
Join us at The Kiosk, Christchurch Botanic GardensTe Māra Huaota o Waipapa
(Just over the footbridge from the Armagh St carpark). Free parking is available for the duration.
Tel: 366 6937
Email: office@chsgardens.co.nz
Facebook event link
Costs & Payment
$40 Members & Friends of the Christchurch Botanic Gardens
$45 Non-Members
$100 Course + CHS Membership
Price includes all materials and self-serve tea, coffee and biscuits
Become a Member of the CHS and receive up to 30% off all our courses and workshops
Please note, our courses are aimed at adults. If you are under 18 please contact us before booking so we can check with our tutors. Nga mihi, CHS team
