Gardening and Farming Master Class

Join us for two full days of instruction! Saturday, March 1st, and Sunday, March 2nd, from 9–2 PM.

Our Gardening and Farming Master Class gives urban farmers all they need for a successful life with a garden they’ll love. This course will provide in-depth knowledge so you can stop guessing and start planning, giving you more success, less wasted money, and fewer dead plants.

This in-person class is perfect for beginner and intermediate gardeners. Have you made a mistake after mistake and are starting to feel like growing food might not be for you? Don’t give up! This two-day class will teach you how to move from frustrated to successful!

Master Class package includes:

• Two days of in-depth learning: learn from Brijette Pena, San Diego Seed Company founder and San Diego Seed Compay experts.
• 2025 Gardening Calendar (29.99 value)
• Everything you need to start seeds! Participants take home seeds that are started at the farm. (59.99 value)
• Access to our Zone 9 and 10 Facebook Group Page
• 5 Seasonally appropriate seed packs to get your growing journey started (25.00 value)
• Participants are added to our VIP list and are the first to know about new events, classes, products, and specials. (Invaluable)
• Masterclass Binder with learning materials (15.99 value)

Overview

Day One: In-class learning intensive from 9–2 PM.

Join us for a full day of learning at our very own warehouse! An added benefit is that attendees can shop for goods after class and avoid shipping costs. Gather in our conference room with a select group of growers for a day full of learning all the critical information you need to be a confident and successful grower. Topics include but are not limited to:

Climate Considerations

• Understanding the climate in San Diego and how it affects growing

What to plant, when to plant, and why it matters

• A deeper look into planting patterns that you can apply to all agriculture

Soil Preparation

• How to prepare your soil correctly for maximum growth
• Common soil products and how to use them
• Products worth buying and those that are not

How to feed your plants

• Understanding fertilizer products, instructions on how to use them, and how to get the most bang for your buck.
• How to feed plants for maximum production

Seed Starting

• What you need to know to germinate any seed quickly and evenly

Direct Sowing

• Learn how to direct sow with success and confidence

Succession Planting

Day Two: On-farm learning experience from 9–2 PM. We will meet at our organic seed farm in Ramona, CA, to reinforce what you learned in the classroom. Transportation is not included.

NO REFUNDS. This class is limited to 12 participants. By signing up, you are committing to attend both days of classes.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

610 Gateway Center Way suite e, 610 Gateway Center Way, San Diego, United States