In this engaging course designed for beginners, and serving as the introductory class for our new Gardening Certificate, explore the basics of gardening and how to apply these skills at home.
Each week, participants will learn essential gardening skills, including garden planning, safety practices, understanding fundamental tools, and mastering key gardening techniques. With a focus on practical knowledge, this course offers an introduction to the joys of growing your own plants, making it perfect for those with little to no gardening experience, as well as those starting the Gardening Certificate.
Certificate Information
This course is a required core component of our Gardening Certificate and must be completed first, before other Gardening Certificate coursework.
Course Schedule
Mondays
March 2–30, 2026
6:00–8:00 pm
Or
Tuesdays
June 2–30, 2026
6:00–8:00 pm
Location
March 2026
Grove Studio 108
June 2026
Grove Studio 104 & 105
Instructor
Madison Walter
Madison Walter has a diverse background in both ornamental and edible gardening, a B.S. in landscape architecture from Cornell University, and M.S. in environmental education from Antioch University New England. During her working hours she is the urban agriculture coordinator for the New Castle Conservation District and chair of the Delaware Urban Farm and Food Coalition. Through these roles she regularly presents at national conferences, coordinates an urban farmer and gardener training program, and serves as an appointed member of the Delaware Department of Agriculture's advisory council on farm and policy. Her mission is to create learning experiences that cultivate curiosity and illustrate how connections developed through farming and gardening build stronger communities.
