With Bree DuPertuis, KOC Education Director, Organic Farmer, Master Gardener, Tropical Gardener Advisor

A strong grounding in the basics of any form of plant work is necessary for long term success as a grower. There are many reasons and benefits to planting in containers rather than in the ground. Fundamentals in design and texture apply to all levels of planning.

There are numerous pots to choose from when planting a container garden. Every type of pot has specific qualities that correspond to the environment that each plant needs to survive and thrive. Soil drainage and nutrient requirements are vastly different from plant to plant and may change as your plant gets older. Learning how to properly transplant contributes to the long term viability and efficiency of vegetation. Having a functioning workspace is an indispensable component in triumphing as a container gardener. Leave this class feeling confident that you are ready to delve deeper into the skills it takes to be an expert container gardener.

Become a Container Gardening Expert:  Container Gardening Certification Starts March 10^th (see Events above) 
Hawaii is a lush place to grow an astounding variety of healthy plants. In general, more plants can be grown successfully in containers than in the ground. Whether you have a farm or just a window sill, flourishing container gardens enhance your life.  The Kona Outdoor Circle Container Gardening Certification is designed make you an expert in edible, native, and purely aesthetic plants, including design, implementation, maintenance, and consultations. Though these classes and workshops focus on the potted plant aspect of gardening, the majority of the information provided is applicable to all forms of growing plants.

 The series lasts from March 10 to March 31  and includes:

• 4 classes, 3 workshops, 2 field trips, text book, compost tea maker and/or worm composter (additional $20 for both), mold for plant containers, handmade cement pot, 1 year membership to the Kona Outdoor Circle, 1 year membership to Holualoa Foundation for Arts and Culture