Edible gardening for summer

Next date: Wednesday, 07 October 2026 | 11:00 AM to 01:30 PM

Are you getting excited for the warmer weather just around the corner? Now is the perfect time to start preparing your garden for a productive summer harvest.

Join Jordy from Little Patch Project for a practical, hands-on workshop exploring simple and affordable ways to grow your own vegetables at home. You'll learn how to choose what to grow, start plants from seed, and manage soil and water during hot weather. Participants will also sow a selection of seeds to take home and nurture.

This workshop is part of the Home Harvest initiative, which helps Banyule residents build the skills and confidence to grow fresh food at home, connect with local community gardens and contribute to a more resilient local food system.

Who should attend

This workshop is ideal for:

• residents interested in growing their own food
• beginner gardeners looking to get started
• small-space gardeners
• home gardeners preparing for the summer growing season
• anyone interested in sustainable gardening practices
• people looking to connect with other local vegetable gardeners.

What to expect

During the workshop you will learn:

• simple, budget-friendly techniques for growing from seed
• how to choose vegetables suited to your space and needs
• tips for managing soil health and watering during hot weather
• practical skills to help your garden thrive through summer
• how to sow a selection of seeds to take home and nurture. 

Additional information

Home Harvest is a community-focused local food production program that supports local residents to grow fresh food sustainably at home through workshops, resources, community gardens and seed-saving initiatives.

When

Location

This venue is fully accessible with ramps, doors, toilets and parking.

Watsonia Library is conveniently located near Watsonia Station on the Hurstbridge Line. Bus routes 514 and 566 also stop nearby, making the library easy to access by public transport from across Banyule and surrounding suburbs.

Watsonia Library, 4/6 Ibbottson Street, Watsonia, 3087, View Map