Planting Principles: Core Concepts for a Thriving Garden

Planting Principles: Core Concepts for a Thriving Garden
Biweekly at Oyun Botanical Gardens | Beginning March 21

Learn how to grow food with confidence, intention, and respect for the land—right in the heart of the city.

Beginning March 21, Oyun Botanical Gardens will host a biweekly, hands-on urban gardening workshop led by the garden’s Land Steward, Alexis Abdullah. This immersive experience is designed for both new and experienced gardeners who want to build strong foundations, deepen their understanding of natural growing systems, and cultivate healthy, productive gardens in alignment with nature.

This 2.5-hour workshop is intentionally limited to 15 participants to ensure a highly interactive and personalized learning environment. Each session focuses on essential principles that support long-term garden success rather than short-term fixes.

What You’ll Learn

• How to build and sustain living soil
• The fundamentals of companion planting and lunar planting
• Practical approaches to plant care and natural pest management
• How to grow in relationship with the Earth, fostering resilience and balance in your garden

Instruction is paired with hands-on learning in the garden, giving you practical tools you can apply immediately at home.

How to Prepare

• Wear comfortable clothing suitable for outdoor, hands-on work
• Bring a notebook, water, and an open mind
• Be prepared to engage, observe, and ask questions

Dates, Time & Investment

• March 21 | 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
• Registration: $50
• Registration + Companion Book: $75

Participants may also choose to deepen their learning with the companion book Planting Principles: Core Concepts for a Thriving Garden by workshop facilitator, author, and master farmer Alexis Abdullah, available for purchase during registration.

Space is limited to maintain the quality of the experience. Registration is required.

Location:
Oyun Botanical Gardens
3353 Washington Rd.
East Point, GA

Join us to learn how to steward the land, grow nourishing food, and cultivate a garden rooted in wisdom, care, and sustainability.