Spring Organic Workshop
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Barefoot Permaculture
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A One-Day Interactive Organic Gardening Workshop | Perth Hills, Western Australia
Have you ever planted a vegetable garden with great excitement, only to find your plants struggling, your harvest disappointing, or your vegetables simply not worth picking?
You’re not alone!
After more than 30 years of growing my own vegetables, I’ve experienced my fair share of gardening failures, disappointing harvests and trial and error. But along the way, I’ve also discovered something wonderful: growing an abundant, thriving vegetable garden becomes so much easier when you understand a few simple principles.
There’s so much I know about growing food now that I wish I’d known 20 years ago!
And that’s exactly why I’m inviting you to join me for a special one-day, interactive workshop in the beautiful Perth Hills.
Whether you’re just starting your vegetable-growing journey or have been gardening for years, this workshop is designed to help you understand what your garden needs to flourish — so you can spend less time guessing, more time enjoying the process, and reap the rewards of growing your own fresh, delicious, nutrient-rich food.
🌿 What makes this workshop different?
This isn’t just about learning what to plant and when to plant it.
It’s about understanding how your garden works as a living ecosystem, and how you can work with nature rather than against it.
Discover how healthy soil, beneficial insects, plant diversity, organic growing methods and thoughtful garden design all work together to create a productive, resilient vegetable garden.
We’ll explore the little-known details that can make a remarkable difference to your results — the things many gardeners spend years discovering through trial and error.
You’ll gain practical knowledge, fresh inspiration and a deeper understanding of how to grow vegetables successfully, organically and in harmony with nature.
🌱 What you’ll discover
During this interactive day, we’ll explore the foundations of successful organic vegetable gardening, including:
Building healthy, living soil — understand why soil health is the foundation of a productive garden and how to nurture the life beneath your feet.
Growing stronger, healthier vegetables — learn the essentials that help plants thrive and produce an abundant harvest.
Organic gardening made simple — discover practical ways to nourish your garden naturally and reduce reliance on synthetic chemicals.
The power of biodiversity — learn why flowers, beneficial insects and a diversity of plants are essential ingredients in a balanced, thriving vegetable garden.
Working with nature, not against it — understand how permaculture principles can help create a more resilient and productive garden.
Getting more from your garden — discover how thoughtful planning, plant selection and growing techniques can help you make the most of your space.
Avoiding common gardening mistakes — learn from decades of hands-on experience and discover what can make the difference between an average crop and a wonderful harvest.
You’ll leave with practical ideas you can put into action in your own garden, whether you have raised beds, a backyard veggie patch or a small growing space.
🌻 More than just growing vegetables
For me, permaculture is more than a gardening buzzword. It’s about how we choose to live.
It’s about reconnecting with nature, nurturing our wellbeing, creating greater self-sufficiency, caring for our planet and rediscovering the simple joy of growing something nourishing with our own hands.
Imagine stepping outside to harvest fresh herbs and vegetables for dinner. Knowing where your food comes from. Watching bees and beneficial insects move through your garden. Building healthy soil, reducing waste and creating a little patch of abundance that grows more beautiful and productive with every season.
This is the kind of knowledge and inspiration I want to share with you.
Welcome to permaculture, Perth Hills style. 🌿
💚 Who is this workshop for?
This workshop is for anyone who wants to:
Start growing their own organic vegetables with confidence.
Improve the productivity and health of an existing vegetable garden.
Understand why their plants may not be thriving.
Learn practical, nature-friendly gardening techniques.
Grow fresher food and enjoy the satisfaction of harvesting from their own garden.
Discover how permaculture principles can make gardening more rewarding.
Connect with others who share a love of gardening, sustainability and healthy living.
You don’t need to be an experienced gardener. Just bring your curiosity, your enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.
🌱 Your day in the Perth Hills
Join me for a relaxed, welcoming and interactive day filled with practical knowledge, surprising insights and inspiration to take home.
With more than three decades of personal experience behind me, I’ll share the lessons I’ve learned, the mistakes I’ve made and the techniques that have helped me understand what it takes to grow wonderful vegetables organically.
There’ll be plenty to learn, questions to ask and ideas to spark your own gardening journey.
And because a good day of gardening inspiration deserves good food, morning tea and lunch are included.
Workshop details
Date: Saturday, 21 November 2026
Time: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Location: Perth Hills, Western Australia
Investment: $125 per person
Includes: A full day of interactive learning, morning tea and lunch.
🌿 Ready to grow something wonderful?
If you’ve been dreaming of a thriving vegetable garden filled with fresh, vibrant produce, this is your opportunity to learn the foundations that can help you get there.
Come and discover how a little more knowledge, a few simple changes and a better understanding of nature can transform the way you grow.
Let’s grow healthier gardens, more nourishing food and a little more abundance in everyday life.
I’d love to welcome you!
Book your place and join me for a day of organic gardening inspiration in the Perth Hills. 🌱