The Surrey Nature Centre offers gardening programs throughout the year. Whether you are a novice or experienced gardener, these programs will teach you new skills to further your understanding of plants and increase your knowledge of the natural environment.

Please see below for current and upcoming programs:

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Winter 2010 (January - March)
Registration now open

Organic Master Gardener Certificate                 
16 sessions                   
Course #4201952
Classes held Tuesdays (6:30PM - 9:30PM) & Saturdays (2:00PM - 5:00PM)
First class: Tuesday March 2, 2010.

Cost: $695

A comprehensive organic gardening course for urban garden enthusiasts and landscape professionals. Learn to create fabulous food and ornamental gardens without pesticides and other harmful chemicals.

Download the brochure here.

This program is pre-approved for continuing education credits for various professional certifications.  Presented in partnership with Gaia College and Society for Organic Urban Land Care. For more details, visit www.gaiacollege.ca

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Spring 2010 (April - June)
Registration begins March 1st

Gardening in Small Spaces
1 session
Course #4207463
Sat June 5     10:00AM - 3:00PM

Cost: $40 (includes supplies & materials)

Create a practical garden for your balcony, deck or condo. Learn about soil, planting techniques, plant selection and maintenance. Participants will also plant and take home a container with edible and ornamental plants.
Please bring a container of your choice with drainage holes (16 to 20 inches wide maximum). 
Plants and other materials are included.

Get Ready to Grow
1 session
Course #4209218
Sat May 8     2:00PM - 5:00PM

Cost: $25

Confused at what garden chores are needed at this time of year?  Get on the right track with a horticultural expert who will provide gardening insights, practical growing tips and a handout on seasonal garden issues.
For beginners or those needing a refresher.

For more information, contact the Surrey Nature Centre