Our Raising Chickens class will guide you through the basics: choosing breeds, coop setup, feeding, health, and egg collection.

Greywater: showers to flowers and laundry to landscape, use water you’ve already paid for to water your plants this summer!

This class covers the essentials of plant nutrition, organic fertilizers, and simple ways to keep your garden healthy.

Healthy gardens start with healthy soil! In our Soil Basics class, you’ll learn how to identify your soil type, improve fertility, and boost structure for better plant growth.

Dreaming of homegrown berries? Join us for Berry Basics! Learn how to select, plant, and care for strawberries, blueberries, and more.

Discover the beauty and mystery of orchids! Orchids 101 will demystify orchid care, from watering and feeding to repotting and encouraging blooms.

Curious about turning kitchen scraps and yard waste into garden gold? Join us for Composting 101! We’ll cover the basics of composting at home, from choosing the right bin to balancing greens and browns, troubleshooting odors, and harvesting finished compost.

Roses! It's always a good time to learn scheduled maintenance of roses - which happens between mid April and mid November.

San Diego professional rose specialist and groomer/maintainer Max Stromberger will teach you everything you need to know about rose basics and care.

Learn to make the most of your herbal harvest with Lauren of Higher Vibration Tonics. This class is free to attend, no RSVP req’d.

Learn how to make fermented foods with strawberries!

Celebrate strawberry season by learning about many different ways to ferment them, in sauerkraut, chutney, pickles and kombucha!

New to orchids? Want to go from basics to intermediate, then this class is for you! We will break down the important components of orchid culture to give you a foundation of understanding of what they need. This is a great beginners class.

Join us in our open-air classroom for a Gardening 101 class that explores the benefits, and reasoning, and a little lore behind gardening in San Diego’s unique climate.

Free to attend, no RSVP required.

We Welcome Tio’s Mobile Knife Sharpening

In addition to knives, Tio can sharpen gardening shears and pruners of any size.

With that said, pricing will range from $5 to $8 per item depending on the size and condition. Both cash and card accepted.

Tio will be visiting from 9a-1p.

🌿 Planting Natives: Grow a Thriving, Eco-Friendly Garden

Join us for a class all about planting native plants and transforming your garden into a vibrant, sustainable space! 🌸🌼

Bonsai Basics - Pruning and Care, where we'll cover techniques, watering, and what to look out for. Training and growing bonsai plants can be one of the most relaxing and enjoyable, not to mention rewarding, activities.

Join our friends from Higher Vibration Tonics for a class on citrus mocktails and how to make the most of your harvest including the peel! Free and no RSVP required.

Learn expert tips on nurturing, feeding, and managing pests for thriving citrus trees in our unique climate. Whether you've inherited a tree, are caring for a citrus in pot or the ground, this class is perfect for beginners and seasoned gardeners alike.

We Welcome Tio’s Mobile Knife Sharpening

In addition to knives, Tio can sharpen gardening shears and pruners of any size.

With that said, pricing will range from $5 to $8 per item depending on the size and condition. Both cash and card accepted.

Tio will be visiting from 9a-1p.

Learn about soil makeup, amending SoCal soil, and where you'll get your biggest bang for your gardening dollar.

Bitty spaces don't need to be barren. Sills, patios, porches, and vertical spaces all count! Come learn tips for container and in-ground options for growing in small spaces. Plus we'll be adding in some fun tips on growing microgreens!

This class is free to attend, no RSVP required.

We always encourage carpooling!

Join us for a free, behind-the-scenes guided tour.

We'll share a bit about our 50 year history, you can learn about our sustainability practices, and our future. You'll see where we start our plants, learn about the oldest establishments on the property, and hear anecdotes passed down from the history of independent nurseries, of which we're a proud member.

Since 1972, we've focused on simple growing methods, time-tested advice, and locally-grown plants.

Come enjoy a tour starting in our open-air canyon classroom followed by a fun morning casual walking tour through our 1.5 acre grounds.

This class is free to attend, carpooling always recommended.

Wear closed-toe shoes, sunscreen and bring your water.

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Learn how to support bees, butterflies, birds, and more by choosing the right plants and creating a thriving garden ecosystem. We’ll cover tips for attracting and nourishing pollinators, plus an introduction to the early stages of beekeeping for those interested! 🦋🐝

We Welcome Tio’s Mobile Knife Sharpening

In addition to knives, Tio can sharpen gardening shears and pruners of any size.

With that said, pricing will range from $5 to $8 per item depending on the size and condition. Both cash and card accepted.

Tio will be visiting from 9a-3p, with a short lunch break.

Join us to explore the benefits of native plants for creating a sustainable, water-wise garden that supports local pollinators and wildlife. Learn about the best native species for our area, how to care for them, and how they can enhance your garden with minimal maintenance. 💧🐝

This class is free to attend, and no RSVP is required. We always encourage carpooling! 🚗💚

A great refresher or first stop for new gardeners unsure of where to start, we'll discuss how to approach your gardens and yards, prioritizing healthy growing that's sustainable and simple to care for.

We'll discuss plant selection, basic soils instruction (for more details on soils, check out our Soil Basics class), as well as how to approach watering, fertilizing and timing.

Whether you're new to San Diego, new to gardening, or ready to simplify, our Gardening 101 is where you want to be!

Join us for a free, behind-the-scenes guided tour.

We'll share a bit about our 50 year history, you can learn about our sustainability practices, and our future. You'll see where we start our plants, learn about the oldest establishments on the property, and hear anecdotes passed down from the history of independent nurseries, of which we're a proud member.

Since 1972, we've focused on simple growing methods, time-tested advice, and locally-grown plants.

Come enjoy a tour starting in our open-air canyon classroom followed by a fun morning casual walking tour through our 1.5 acre grounds.

This class is free to attend, carpooling always recommended.

Wear closed-toe shoes, sunscreen and bring your water.

Sign up for our monthly email to receive our full class schedule:
https://cityfarmersnursery.com/newsletter