Urban gardening: A morning Masterclass with Alys Fowler

Learn how to grow plants and edibles in tiny spaces, indoors and out, at this morning class with Guardian columnist Alys Fowler

Whether you want to create a little oasis on your balcony or grow vegetables on your windowsill, this morning Masterclass will teach you the secrets of successful urban gardening. The class is taught by Alys Fowler, Guardian columnist and author of The Edible Garden, and takes place at the start of September, the perfect time to start sowing veg for winter.

During this three-hour class, Alys will discuss everything from houseplants to containers, indoor edibles and hanging baskets. You’ll receive tips on feeding, pest control and compost. Plus, you’ll learn how to make the most of tiny spaces in your home, enabling you to become a more creative and resourceful urban gardener.

Some of the subjects covered…

• Making the most of tiny spaces in your home – such as balconies, windowsills, courtyards and small gardens
• Growing in containers and hanging baskets
• Sowing vegetables at home and growing indoor edibles
• Tips on growing houseplants and getting them to re-flower
• A guide to choosing the right compost for indoor plants and edibles
• Feeding for flowering plants and fruit
• Tips on watering, re-potting, propagating and seed-sowing
• Some points on pest and disease issues
• Winter care - looking after your plants during the colder months
• Getting the timing right - what edibles can be sown now
• Q&A - an invaluable opportunity to ask Alys any questions you have about urban gardening

More about your teacher…

Alys Fowler is a horticulturist and journalist. She writes a weekly column for the Guardian, where she shares her wisdom on growing vegetables, fruits and flowers. Alys has been the presenter of long-running BBC television programme Gardeners’ World, and is the author of several books including The Edible Garden and Abundance. She tweets @AlysFowler.

Full course and returns information on the Masterclasses website