Embark on a transformative journey into intuitive gardening through the comprehensive course, where you'll delve into the core principles of connecting with nature, observing plant behaviours, and nurturing a harmonious relationship with the environment. Explore holistic garden design, delve into the role of weeds as nature's messengers, and master techniques for soil health and water management. Engage in hands-on workshops, including the ancient art of Dowsing, and discover the principles of permaculture and biodynamic gardening. Align with seasonal gardening rhythms and reflect on your experiences while fostering a supportive community in our online forum. Gain your certificate and join fellow gardening enthusiasts in applying intuitive practices to enrich your gardening endeavours.
5 key principles of intuitive gardening:
Natural Connection: Foster a deep bond with nature through mindful observation of plant behaviours, listening to the landscape, and nurturing environmental balance.
Holistic Design: Integrate nature's patterns using holistic principles, encouraging biodiversity and ensuring harmony with the ecosystem.
Intuitive Plant Care: Employ mindful observation, responsive watering & feeding, natural pest management to nurture plant health and vitality.
Soil and Water Care: Cultivate soil health Organically with composting and mulching, recognizing water's significance for resource harmony.
Seasonal Harmony: Align gardening activities to nature's rhythms, including seasonal changes, lunar phases, and local climates.
Included: Free entry into the magical Chalice Well Gardens, A hearty lunch and refreshments throughout the day, course material, certificate of completion, ongoing access to the Intuitive Gardening online community.
Example course outline:
1. 9:00 AM - 09:30 AM: **Introduction to Intuitive Gardening**: Embark on a journey exploring the essence of intuitive gardening and its fundamental principles, which encompass connecting deeply with nature, observing the subtle behaviours of plants, and nurturing a harmonious rapport with the environment.
2. 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM: **Holistic Garden Design**: Acquire the art of designing gardens and interpreting landscapes through an intuitive lens, considering elements such as plant diversity, natural patterns, and the symbiotic integration of weeds as valuable components within the garden ecosystem.
3. 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM: Understanding Weeds**: Nature's Messengers**: Delve into the intricate role of weeds within ecosystems, mastering the identification of common weeds and decoding their presence as insightful indicators of soil health and environmental dynamics.
4. 11:15 AM - 12:15 AM: **Soil Health and Management**: Explore a plethora of techniques for enhancing soil vitality through organic methodologies, encompassing practices like composting, mulching, and the innovative approach of no-till gardening.
5. 12:15 AM - 01:00 PM: **Intuitive Plant Care**: Delve into the art of nurturing plants intuitively, including the fine-tuning of watering schedules, the artful execution of pruning techniques, and the judicious application of homemade fertilisers, guided by astute observations of plant behaviour and environmental cues.
6. 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM: **Lunch**: Take a moment to indulge in a delectable meal and immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of your surroundings, rejuvenating both body and spirit.
7. 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM: **Exploring the Role of Water**: Unravel the significance of water within intuitive gardening practices, gaining a profound understanding of its pivotal role in plant health and ecosystem balance, and mastering sustainable water management techniques to enrich your gardening endeavours.
8. 02:30 PM - 03:15 PM: **Hands-On Workshops**: Engage in the ancient art of Dowsing, honing your skills in using rods or pendulums to detect underground water sources, deciphering subtle energetic shifts and physical sensations to contribute to the exploration and conservation of sustainable water resources.
9. 03:30 PM - 04:15 PM: **Permaculture and Biodynamics**: Explore the holistic principles of permaculture and biodynamic gardening, integrating intuitive gardening practices with innovative techniques for regenerative agriculture, fostering sustainable food production and ecological resilience.
10. 04:15 PM - 04:30 PM: **Seasonal Gardening Rhythms**: Embark on a voyage through the seasonal rhythms of gardening, discovering how to synchronise intuitive gardening practices with the ebb and flow of nature's cycles, fostering a profound connection with the ever-evolving dynamics of the garden landscape.
11. 04:30 PM - 05:00 PM: **Reflection and Integration**: Take time to reflect on the rich experiences and insights gained throughout the course, and chart a course for integrating intuitive gardening principles into your personal garden projects and practices, infusing them with newfound wisdom and vitality.
12. **Community Building and Sharing**: Elevate your journey by receiving your certificate in intuitive gardening, and join a vibrant online community forum where you can forge connections, share knowledge, and receive mutual support in applying intuitive gardening practices to enrich your gardening journey.
Book below for £135 pp
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