The Garden Ecosystem

A short course on how nature fits together

This is a three-week introduction to the natural systems that shape a garden, from the species growing within it to the wider environment around it. Biology and taxonomy sit at its core, so it reads as a science course with a gardening angle rather than a how-to guide.

Who it is for

• Beginners who want the reasoning behind plant care before they pick up specific techniques.
• Students of environmental science who want an accessible entry point into ecology.
• Gardeners curious about why some plants thrive together and others struggle in the same bed.

Because the course is short, it works best as a foundation before a more practical plant course. Expect ideas about how systems interact rather than a routine to follow step by step.