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Gardening 101 Frequently Asked Questions
Gardening 101 covers all basics of gardening, including soil preparation, planting techniques, pest control, and sustainable practices to grow your own food.
No prior experience is necessary! This class is designed for beginners as well as those looking to refresh their skills.
We recommend wearing comfortable clothes you don't mind getting dirty and bringing gardening gloves if you already have a pair. Most tools and supplies will be provided in class, but we'll let you know in advance if there are any personal items you might need to bring.
Class will be held in the West End neighborhood, just east of the Delmar Loop. The exact address will be provided upon enrollment and final payment.
The deposit secures your spot in the class and helps us cover administrative and preparatory costs. We strive to make Gardening 101 as enjoyable as possible for every participant and that process begins as soon as your deposit is paid.
Yes, we can offer installment plans. Please contact us for details.
While the deposit is non-refundable, please contact us as soon as possible so we can discuss potential options, such as transferring your spot to another person.
We encourage consistent attendance to get the most out of the program, but we certainly understand that life happens. If you miss a class, we’ll provide a summary of key points and materials covered.
Unfortunately, we cannot accept late enrollments due to the sequential nature of the lessons.
Gardening 101 is designed for adult women, but older teens may find it engaging.
Classes may be rescheduled or moved indoors. We’ll notify participants of any changes.
Each enrollment is for one participant. If someone else is interested in attending, they’ll need to register separately. Additionally, we kindly ask that you arrange for childcare while you're in class. This will allow participants to focus fully on learning and practicing the skills being taught without distractions.
If you cancel before the first class, we can refund the remaining balance (excluding the deposit). After the course starts, refunds are not available.
Yes, parking is available on-site. We’ll send detailed directions before the first session.
While we strive to create a safe environment, the hands-on nature of this course may expose participants to allergens. Please contact us to discuss your specific needs.
Don’t worry! This class is designed to help everyone, including self-proclaimed “plant killers,” gain confidence and skills in gardening.
Yes, each session includes a short break for refreshments and informal discussion.
Class sizes are kept small, no more than 10 participants, to ensure personalized attention and hands-on learning.
Yes, you’re welcome to take photos for personal use. However, video recording is not permitted without prior approval.
We welcome feedback and will do our best to incorporate participant interests into the class.
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