Gardening Classes
Garden Pests, Problems, & Solutions
Thoughtful Threads Dining Area 2132 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, United StatesDiscouraged by gardening pests and diseases? Tired of mosquito bites? Learn about natural solutions to these common gardening challenges!
Weeds: The Earth’s Bounty!
Thoughtful Threads Dining Area 2132 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, United StatesWeeds can tell us a lot about our soil and some are even edible! Learn about using resources to work with nature in weed management, put weeds to good use, and employ nature based methods to control them.
Growing Fruit Trees
Thoughtful Threads Dining Area 2132 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, United StatesLearn about some of the tropical fruit and citrus we can grow in our climate; this class will cover the basics about selecting, planting, maintaining, and harvesting delicious healthy fruit right in your own garden.
Growing Herbs the Organic Way
Thoughtful Threads Dining Area 2132 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, United StatesLearn what herbs are growing this time of year, how to grow and care for them the organic way, and find out how to use them in your daily life and as companion plants in your gardens.
Plant Propagation
Thoughtful Threads Dining Area 2132 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, United StatesLearn about seed propagation, how to grow from stem cuttings, plant divisions and starting plants with air layering. We’ll also have a grafting demonstration. Come on by and learn how to propagate and nurture young plants into healthy specimens the organic way.
Using Native Plants in our Gardens
Thoughtful Threads Dining Area 2132 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, United StatesFood and Thought welcomes SWFL Native Plant enthusiast Kara Tyler who will talk about how to attract butterflies & birds, grow our own food, and enjoy a trouble free garden with beautiful and edible native plants that bring simplicity and balance to our ecology. Join us as we learn about those plants, see examples, and…
Planting Trees
Thoughtful Threads Dining Area 2132 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, United StatesWe have had several requests for this class to be offered so here it is! Do you already know how to plant trees in cool climates? Learn how different planting trees is here. Want some new ideas? Or Just learning? This class if for you! Learn how to plant trees and maintain them here in…
Working with Nature
Thoughtful Threads Dining Area 2132 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, United StatesHave you tried to grow a garden but had a lot of problems? Maybe you started a garden from seeds and not much came out very well. How about pests and diseases? Come learn about working with nature, growing the right plants in the right place at the right time, and gardening by the moon…
Get Ready for Fall Gardens in SWFL
Thoughtful Threads Dining Area 2132 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, United StatesYes! Now is the time to plan for our cool weather plantings. Learn about starting seeds, succession planting, and soil preparation for chemical free, healthy, and productive fall vegetable and herb gardens. Learn what activities will prepare your fall garden so you can produce the healthiest, most nutritious, and delicious harvest. From tropical favorites, traditional…
Gardening Talk
Thoughtful Threads Dining Area 2132 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, United StatesMany of our regular gardening class attendees have requested a monthly open topic gardening discussion. In this class, attendees can bring their questions, plant problems, and ideas; we’ll share organic methods and solutions to problems. These talks have been so fun! There is nothing like the learning that happens with interactive discussion and sharing a…
Growing Orchids 101
Thoughtful Threads Dining Area 2132 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, United StatesAlways wanted to grow orchids? Are you growing orchids but having challenges? Don’t miss this special guest! Come meet Jerry Meola, expert orchid agronomist and owner of Orchid’s Amore’ in Ft Myers, FL as he shares his tips about growing beautiful and healthy orchids in our climate! Orchids are a lovely addition to any garden;…
Growing Tomatoes 101
Thoughtful Threads Dining Area 2132 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, United StatesDid you know more people grow tomatoes than watch the superbowl? Where did tomatoes come from originally? Let’s talk tomatoes; now’s the time to start planting some delicious tomatoes in your gardens. Grow them in containers, raised beds, or in the ground. Come learn how, what varieties grow best, and some tips and tricks to…
All About Worms
Thoughtful Threads Dining Area 2132 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, United StatesAll About Worms – Don’t miss our special Guest, Vermiculture Expert and owner of SWFL's Green Leaf Worm Farm, Mr. Sean Moore! Are you getting the most from your garden? Do you farm your own worms or is it something you want to learn more about? Using worm castings and tea work in any garden…
Food and Thought Open Barn – Organic Farm Tour
Oaks Organic Farm 7455 Sanctuary Road, Naples, FL, United StatesOrganic Farm Tour - Come tour our 5 acre organic farm, see what we’re growing and learn how we provide fresh, healthy, and delicious food for our community. See our worm composting system, propagation area, green house, fields, and fruit trees. It is best to wear full foot covered shoes, comfortable for walking and sun…