Top 10 Best Gardening classes, courses, learnings kits and gifts in the UK

Are you looking to plant an herb garden but are not sure you can do it? Never fear! Starting an herb garden is an easy and delicious way to start gardening. In our trendy workshop learn the steps for making an herb garden suitable for your home or garden. If you want to improve your knowledge and gain confidence in growing your own herbs, this is the class for you! This workshop will give you an overview of growing herbs in different urban spaces eg. windowsills, balconies, patios and small gardens or at home.

Maybe you have heard of kokedamas but are unsure of what these actually are? Or have you seen them somewhere and would like to know how to make them? In short, kokedama is a Japanese gardening technique and we'll teach you where it came from, how it works and how to make your own! During our workshop you're able to make up to 2 kokedama with plants of your choice. Each workshop we will have a lot of different plants to choose from to turn into a hanging (or standing) moss ball that you get to take home after the workshop.

Come join us at our cozy plant shop for a fun and interesting Carnivorous terrarium making workshop! In this workshop, you'll learn how to create your own flytrap terrarium. This special edition workshop will work with predominantly carnivorous plants, such as Venus flytraps, Sarracenias and others to create a "Little Shop of Horrors" terrarium. We'll start off with a brief introduction to the history and science behind terrariums, as well as the different types of carnivorous that can be used in them. Then, our instructor will guide you through the steps of preparing the soil and plants, and arranging them in a visually appealing way. Throughout the workshop, you'll have the chance to ask questions and get personalized guidance from our instructor. By the end, you'll have a unique and beautiful terrarium that you can take home and care for. This is a great opportunity to connect with nature and create a living work of art. We hope to see you there! There is a welcome drink included and water is available all throughout the workshop. We also have additional cold drinks available for purchase. The workshop ticket is per person. In case you would like to bring a friend or partner, to help you with the terrarium or to join you, please purchase an "Bring a plus one" in addition to your preferred date, as we are very limited on seating places! The workshop will last approximately 1.30-2 hours, please arrive 5-10 before starting time and get in touch if you're running late! Located at: The Vaults Collective, 61 Westow Hill, SE19 1TS London

Come join us at our cozy plant shop for a fun and friendly Cactus & Succulent Landscape! In this workshop, you'll learn how to create your own arid landscape inside a open glass vessel. We'll start off with a brief introduction to the history and science behind terrariums, as well as the different types of plants that can be used in them. Then, our instructor will guide you through the steps of preparing the soil and plants, and arranging them in a visually appealing way. Throughout the workshop, you'll have the chance to ask questions and get personalized guidance from our instructor. By the end, you'll have a unique and beautiful miniature world that you can take home and care for. This is a great opportunity to connect with nature and create a living work of art. We hope to see you there! There is a welcome drink included and water is available all throughout the workshop. We also have additional cold drinks available for purchase. The workshop ticket is per person. In case you would like to bring a friend or partner, to help you with the terrarium or to join you, please purchase an "Bring a plus one" in addition to your preferred date, as we are very limited on seating places! Workshop add-ons: As a standard, we will use the round open vase but if you wish, you can upgrade your terrarium to the Bottle vessel! Select the Upgrade Workshop ticket at checkout! Located at: The Vaults Collective, 61 Westow Hill, SE19 1TS London

Pottery and plants, what a great combination! In this two and a half hour workshop you will learn how to form a small round dish and also make a rectangular soapdish. An amazing pattern can be added by using fresh foliage. If you wish there will be a change to add coloured underglaze to the leaves. The pots will be dried , bisque fired and glaze fired by the tutor, ready for you to pick up a few weeks later.

Are you looking to reconnect with nature? Are you having a rethink about your impact on the natural world? Or are you just a food-lover who wants to try new and unique flavours? This is your chance! Find out what delicious wild food grows in typical UK countryside and learn how to forage for yourself. This is a 4-hour workshop with a foraging expert, including ID guidance, finding and tasting wild ingredients and a walk at Alderley Edge National Trust. This course is designed to get you as involved as possible - this includes identifying, picking and tasting a range of wild plants that will be found on the day. There will also be lots of food and drink for everyone to get stuck into! What you can expect from your Foraging Workshop: a short introduction outlining foraging tips, ethics, etiquette and law a circular walking route taking in different growing environments around the beautiful National Trust site at Alderley Edge. a closer look at edible wild plants and any poisonous lookalikes by a professional forager with a focus on Spring species. small tasters of wild food, drink and preserves. These may include syrups, salts, jams, soup and even freshly-picked items straight from the hedgerow! the opportunity to hand-pick seasonal wild ingredients