“New Leaf” Local Garden Learning Circle

Description

Turn over a new leaf and grow your dream garden with guidance, community, and inspiration! The “New Leaf” Garden Learning Circle is a six-week journey designed to help you create an outdoor space that’s uniquely yours—sustainable for the planet and for you.

? Early Bird Pricing! ?
Sign up for the “New Leaf” Local Garden Learning Circle by January 2, 2025 to take advantage of early bird pricing. Starting January 3, the course returns to regular pricing—don’t miss out on this opportunity to grow your dream garden at a special rate!

Whether you’re starting with a blank slate, feeling overwhelmed by your space, or worried you have a ‘black thumb,’ this local, in-person program is here to guide you. Together, we’ll take the guesswork out of gardening, help you grow with confidence, and focus on what truly matters: creating a space that feels like home.

What’s Included

• Three In-Person Meetings in the Chapel Hill/Carrboro/Pittsboro area: Hands-on learning and group discussions to help you define and refine your garden goals.
• Virtual Q&A Sessions: Stay connected and get your questions answered between meetings (recorded for future reference).
• Garden Vision Boarding: Explore creative possibilities and bring clarity to your ideas.
• A Physical AND Digital Workbook: Tools, resources, and templates to help you map out your garden vision.
• Foundational Learning: Learn the essentials, including soil health, “problem spots” and their hidden opportunities, seed starting, organic pest management, plant selection and placement, working with our local wildlife friends, and seasonal planning.
• Customized Garden Design Planning: Turn your vision into actionable steps tailored to your space and goals.
• Expert Guidance for Functional, Dream-Inspired Gardens: From growing plants to make your own watercolor paints or oil pastels to designing a sensory garden, cultivating your own lush food forest, creating a welcoming space for children, or harvesting flower bouquets three seasons of the year to keep and share, I’ll help you design a garden that fulfills your needs and dreams.

Why Join the “New Leaf” Circle?

• Build confidence and skills, whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned plant lover.
• Learn from an experienced guide who’s passionate about plants and people.
• Connect with a community of fellow gardeners and grow alongside them.
• Create a garden that’s beautiful, functional, and truly yours.

Spots are limited to 15 participants to ensure a personalized experience, so don’t wait to join this special program! Let’s turn over a new leaf together and make your garden dreams a reality.

Meet Your Garden Guide

Hi, I’m Dr. Deena Class, founder of Word & Plant! With over 25 years of experience as an herbalist, gardener, and educator, I’m passionate about helping people connect with plants and create spaces that reflect their dreams. Whether we’re designing a garden, exploring traditional plant uses, or learning together in a workshop, my goal is to make gardening approachable, meaningful, and fun for everyone.

Dates for in-person meetings

Saturday Jan. 18, 2025

Saturday Feb. 1, 2025

Saturday Feb. 15, 2015