6-Week Gardening Class

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Get your hands in the soil and discover the joy of growing your own food! Gardening in Southwest Florida 101 is a six-week, hands-on class designed to give students the knowledge and confidence to successfully garden in our unique subtropical climate. Classes are held on a working organic farm, providing an authentic outdoor learning experience.

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Each week, students will:

• Explore what's new and growing on our working organic farm

• Practice seeding and transplanting techniques

• Build skills through hands-on gardening activities

• Spend time working on their own garden projects while receiving individualized guidance

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Whether your child is brand new to gardening or already loves spending time outdoors, this class provides practical skills they can use for years to come.

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September Session: 

📍 Location: 12 Seasons Farm 14890 Old Olga Rd. Fort Myers, FL 33905
🗓   Days: Thursdays | September 24th and October 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th
⏰ Times: 9:00am - 12:00noon
🎓 Ages: 11-18
💲 Tuition: $450 per student (6-week session, includes all materials)

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Weekly Topics

• Week 1 – Welcome to Gardening in SWFL​     

                        Parents are invited to join us for the first portion of this class for a guided farm tour and tips for starting or                           improving a home garden.

• Week 2 – Building a Successful Garden​

• Week 3 – Plant Your Garden​

• Week 4 – Specialty Crops: Herbs & Microgreens​

• Week 5 – Fruit Trees for Southwest Florida​

• Week 6 – Plant Propagation & Course Wrap-Up

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Tuition Policy

Tuition reflects full-session enrollment and covers materials, instructor planning, and scheduling. The Homeschool Hangar does not offer proration or refunds for late starts, absences, or withdrawals.

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The Homeschool Hangar is a Step Up Direct Pay Provider. Families can reserve their scholarship funds for all classes through their EMA account.