Have you been wanting to start your own garden but just aren’t sure how to get started? What materials will you use and where will you purchase them? How do you fill the raised beds? And then what? How in the world are you supposed to get started?!

If you’ve had any of these thoughts, I’ve designed a comprehensive, full day workshop with YOU in mind!

Much of my gardening success can be attributed to the way I start my beds. I implement deep organic, regenerative practices that build some of the healthiest soils you can find. I’ll show you exactly how to implement

What You’ll Get

In this full day workshop, I’ll not only show you HOW to get started but I’ll be supplying everything you need to actually do it! Every participant with leave with:

• 2 cedar raised bed kits (dimensions: 4′ x 8′ x 1′)
• All cedar boards are pre-drilled for ease of assembly
• Lag screws and a T40 bit are included
• Hardware cloth to cover the bottom of the bed for rodent protection
• *Bagged, organic soil and compost to fill the beds
• A full day workshop in Leah’s garden
• Fertilizers to improve soil nutrition
• A copy of Leah’s book, The Seven-Step Homestead
• Complete lists telling you what to plant, when to plant it, and where to buy it
• Wisdom gained from 22 years of Leah’s successes and failures

*NOTE: We’ll be implementing a sheet mulching technique that requires you to fill the bottom 2/3 of your bed with organic matter. This technique improves soil health over time and saves you money when first filling your beds. The amount of soil and compost provided with the class will NOT completely fill your beds.

Just a few of the topics we’ll cover include:

• How to assemble and place your 2 new raised beds
• Vole, rodent, and insect protection strategies
• Sheet mulching strategies to build healthy soil and save money
• Fertilizers to accelerate the soil building process
• Long term soil building strategies
• Knowing when to plant what and how to do it
• Knowing where to buy plants and seeds
• Watering and irrigation strategies
• Troubleshooting when something doesn’t go as expected
• Maximizing production throughout the year
• Selecting crops for the cooler months

Why These Beds?

If you’ve ever searched online for cedar bed kits, you’ll find flimsy kits built from 1″ thick cedar boards, costing hundreds of dollars. They’re simply not built to last. I’m offering insanely sturdy beds built from 2″ thick cedar boards sourced from a mill in Nashville. Each bed has a minimal number of joints and therefore fewer areas that are susceptible to rot. Each bed can easily last 10 years and can be assembled with a few simple tools. Our design is meant for those who want a chemical-free, practical, long-lasting cedar bed that will provide their family with years of vegetable production and enjoyment.

Why This Soil and Compost?

I like to say that gardeners aren’t growing plants; they’re growing good soil. A healthy, happy growing medium is the key to a bountiful garden! I’ll be sharing my “secret formula” that has proven successful again and again, and I’ll show you exactly how to use the included compost and soil to maximize production.

Course Registration

Space for this class is limited; your spot is not secure until payment has been received in full. Refunds are not available. Each registration includes 2 raised beds; additional beds are available for a reduced cost. Our cedar raised bed kits are usually $295 each but are being offered to class participants for $265 each. Additional compost is available for $115/bed. Please indicate on your registration form if you’d like to purchase more than 2 beds at the class participant discounted rate.

Delivery note: The cedar beds are not assembled for ease of transportation but they’re heavy (approximately 180 pounds each – this is big, sturdy lumber!) The compost to fill 2 beds weighs approximately 1,000 lbs. The total weight of your materials is right around 1,400 pounds. If you don’t have a 1/2 ton truck or a small trailer, I’m offering delivery within 15 miles of Brevard for an additional $50. Please indicate if you need supplies delivery on your registration form.

Your Investment: $950

REGISTER HERE