Free six-week course
Soil, Seed and Soul
A holistic gardening course for anyone ready to learn practical skills, connect with nature, and create more nourishing outdoor spaces.
Dates
6 Sep-11 Oct 2026
Time
Sundays, 11:00-12:30
Location
Skerries Mills Community Garden
Places
12 committed participants
The programme
Six weeks of practical, mindful growing
Each Sunday explores a different way to work with plants, soil, and outdoor space, guided by experienced local contributors.
- 1Week 16 September 2026
Nurturing and enriching the soil
Composting with Charlie Heasman
- 2Week 213 September 2026
Growing vegetables
With Marion Heasman
- 3Week 320 September 2026
Dyeing with plants
With Petra Skyvova
- 4Week 427 September 2026
Propagation
With Mary Marsden
- 5Week 54 October 2026
The starter herb garden
With Marion Heasman
- 6Week 611 October 2026
Transforming a suburban garden into a place of calm
With horticulturalist Mark McManus
Ready to take part?
The course is free, with just 12 places available.
The programme is designed for committed participants who can join all six sessions. Email the garden to ask a question or request a place.
Supported by a grant from the Health Service Executive.