Cool Season Gardening & Farming Masterclass (Two-Day Class)

Get ready for two days of in-depth learning with Brijette Peña, owner and founder of San Diego Seed Company, and guest speakers Bo Whitfield, SDSC's tomato trial manager and Cat Henning of BeeWorthy Organic Flower farms.

Advanced instruction tailor-made for urban farmers, providing critical insight and skills needed for a thriving garden. This course offers in-depth knowledge to help elevate your skills from uncertain to informed garden planner — 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, September 21st (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 growth.

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, September 22nd (8-11 AM)

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 light snack, water, and a sun hat. Transportation is not included.

Farm day activities include:

8am-10am seed starting workshop with Bo Whitfield.

10am-11am- farm tour and Q&A.

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

Master Class binder with educational information and references for future learning

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.

Host or Publisher San Diego Seed Company