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Gardening Class: Growing Tomatoes
Learn the secrets that make Neighbourhood Farm's tomatoes the most sought after by Brisbane's chefs
4 hours
10 to 20 guests
$150
What you'll do
We've built a reputation for growing some of the best-tasting tomatoes around. In this fun workshop, we'll teach you the secrets to having your own delicious tomatoes to pick and eat from your very own garden.Everyone loves tomatoes! They are by far the favourite crop on our farm. However, they can be very challenging plants to grow, especially in a subtropical environment such as Brisbane. Over the years we have learnt a few tricks and techniques to help ensure an abundant harvest from your plants. From selecting the right varieties, preparing your soil and planting, to pruning and feeding. With care, attention and the right techniques, tomato plants can provide you with the freshest and most delicious tomatoes for months on end. Please note, dates may change due to weather conditions and the growing season. Refunds will be given if rescheduled times aren't suitable. Class outline:
- Learn the basics of tomato plant nutrition and biology.
- Seed selection and suitable varieties.
- Organic soil health and preparation.
- Raising healthy seedlings.
- Planting, pruning and trellising tomato plants.
- Dealing with diseases and pests.
- And finally harvesting, cooking and preserving the bounty.
What you'll get
- A full gourmet farm lunch will be provided with produce freshly harvested from our organic market garden.
- Tea, coffee and biscuits
- Information pack: Notes on growing tomatoes at home in your own garden or balcony.
- Samples: We’ll have a variety of our tomatoes for you to try and experience the difference in homegrown taste.
- Tomato seedling: You’ll take your very own tomato seedling home ready to plant in your garden!
Knowledge required
Absolute beginners welcome.
What to bring
- Paper and a pen to make your own notes.
- Closed in shoes, sun protection and a water bottle.
Suitable for
Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 15 years old).
Adult accompaniment is not required.
Location
Neighbourhood Farm - 165 Blackheath Road, Corinda QLD
This venue is within walking distance from Oxley station (800m).
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Recent reviews of Gardening Class: Growing Tomatoes
- 5/5 from Sue Bennett, attended Mar 2023: Fantastic workshop with Matt and Jono. They provided a wealth of information and were generous in sharing their own tomato growing experiences. A nicely presented workshop booklet accompanied the various hands-on activities. The farm lunch at the conclusion of the workshop was amazing! I went away better informed and inspired. Thank you Neighbourhood Farm for all the effort you put into the workshop to make it such a great experience.
- 5/5 from Todd Samorowski, attended Mar 2023: Great workshop, hands on experience, lots of examples and a huge wealth of knowledge. I was very impressed. The property is a true example of urban farming with people who really care about what they produce for your customer
- 5/5 from Trish Graham, attended Mar 2023: Great day, excellent tips that I’m hoping I can put to good use. Beautiful lunch provided, utilising all the fresh produce. Would highly recommend and will keep my eye out for future courses! Thanks guys!
- 5/5 from Nick Morrison, attended Aug 2022: The team at Neighbourhood Farm provided an excellent workshop on the growing of tomatoes. Along with prepared learning materials, we were also given hands-on experience with caring for the plants and also given two potted plants to take home. The provided lunch was delicious and featured the farm's produce. This was my 2nd growing workshop with the team and I greatly look forward to returning for more.
- 5/5 from Peter Rudd, attended Aug 2022: Awesome class. Thank Matt Mika and Sam. Very thorough and well thought out class. A lot of good knowledge and my note book is full of good notes. Even put on a lunch with some of the fresh produce. Could not recommend enough.
- 5/5 from Sandra Nugent, attended Aug 2022: The guys at Neighbourhood Farm are passionate about their work and very knowledgeable… which they are delighted to share. Biggest lesson for me was about soul and nutrients re successful tomato harvest! The big surprise was a fabulous lunch made from the farm fresh produce… A wonderful experience!
- 5/5 from Maylene McLeod, attended Aug 2022: Again a fabulous experience at the farm. Have already put some of the pruning tips into practice with my tomatoes. Lovely to learn from people who are passionate but also very honest about the difficulties faced growing tomatoes in Brizzy. I look forward to attending more workshops on the farm. Thanks for a great experience. Maylene
- 5/5 from Nina Rodgers, attended Aug 2022: We came away from the workshop with a wealth of knowledge to put into practice. Everything from figuring out pests, diseases and imbalances in the soil to how train and prune the plant. The Neighbourhood Farm is such a special spot and lunch with the team was delicious and energising full of freshly picked produce from the farm. I highly recommend this workshop to anyone growing any type of tomatoes at home.
- 5/5 from John Obrien, attended Aug 2022: The three guys all contributed at different times and added to the body of knowledge. Sitting in the middle of the farm was great and interspersed with walks around the farm. The lunch was delicious Recipes please. Interesting that it was not advertised as such. I learned a lot and had a great morning. Thanks team. Check out the Greatful Dead.
- 5/5 from Sandra Cranston, attended Aug 2022: I learnt so much from Matt, Micah and Sam. They are 3 incredibly friendly and informative young men who are very willing to share their knowledge. I can’t recommend this Workshop high enough and I will be keeping a tab for other workshops they put on in the future. Sandra
- 5/5 from Peta Walker, attended Sep 2021: Great morning at Neighbourhood farm - learnt so much not only about tomatoes but also vege gardening in general. Mika and Matt are extremely knowledgeable and very inspiring - will be back for future workshops.
- 5/5 from Jane Tunstall, attended Sep 2021: Teachers were good communicators and passionate about their subject. I learnt a lot about growing tomatoes. Delicious fresh produce lunch served. Informative booklet provided. Thanks enjoyable time on the urban farm.
- 5/5 from Victoria Taylor, attended Sep 2021: Such a fun day of learning, alongside beautiful people and produce. I recommend heading to the farm for a visit or a workshop. Thanks Matt and Micha
- 5/5 from Karen Laird, attended Sep 2021: This was a great workshop. The presenters, Mat and Mica, where very knowledgeable and down to earth. Everything we were taught was demonstrated in their amazing gardens. Loved how hands on it was and the supporting material will remain a valuable resource throughout my tomato growing career. I wasn’t expecting a delicious, organic lunch. Thanks Mat and Mica. Please keep me informed about your next up and coming workshops.
- 5/5 from Gretel Bakker, attended Sep 2021: Unbelievably knowledgeable by Matt and Meka. Thankyou Loved the class. Food was great! Learnt a lot.
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Neighbourhood Farm is a small-scale bio-intensive market garden based in Oxley, Brisbane. Using the best organic and regenerative farming practices we produce a wide range of fresh vegetables and herbs which are sold directly to the local community through our roadside shop, along with several local cafes and restaurants around Brisbane.Our vision is a simple one, to create a vibrant and productive growing space in our neighbourhood, nourishing our local community as well as educating and inspiring others to live more sustainably.
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