Gardening & Farming Masterclass

Get ready for two days of in-depth learning with Brijette Peña, owner and founder of San Diego Seed Company, and guest speaker Bo Whitfield, SDSC's tomato trial manager.

Our Gardening and Farming Master Class is tailor-made for urban farmers like you, providing everything you need for a thriving garden. This course offers in-depth knowledge to help you move from uncertain to well-planned, ensuring more success, less wasted money, and fewer plants that don't make it.

Whether you're a beginner or intermediate gardener, this hands-on class is perfect for you. If you've been making mistakes and feeling like growing your own food isn't working out, don't give up! This two-day class will equip you with the skills to go from frustrated to successful in your gardening journey!

Day One Overview – Saturday, May 4th (9–2 PM)

Classroom Immersion Come together in our conference room with fellow growers for a day packed with essential information, ensuring you become a confident and successful grower. We'll provide snacks and breaks.

Topics covered 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

Day Two Overview – Sunday, May 5th (9–2 PM)

On-the-Farm Learning Experience We will meet at our organic seed production farm in Ramona, CA to reinforce what you learned in the classroom. Please bring a bagged lunch. Transportation is not included.

Our Masterclass package includes two days of in-depth instruction with hands-on learning and more!

Master Class binder with educational information and references for future learning

2024 Gardening Calendar

Participants are added to our VIP list and are the first to know about new events, classes, products, and specials.

Participants take home seeds started at the farm.

Coupons on future purchases

Access to our Seed Starting Master Class

Access to our Urban Farming Facebook Group Page

15 Seasonally appropriate seed packs to get your growing journey started

Seed starting tray, dome, soil and inserts

NO REFUNDS. RAIN OR SHINE EVENT. This class is limited in size for interactive learning. By signing up, you are committing to attend both days of classes.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

San Diego Seed Company, 610 Gateway Center Drive, San Diego, United States