Online garden and plant design courses for beginner and intermediate gardeners
The art of garden design: Design a magazine-worthy garden with confidence.
"Garden design is the art of creating spaces that speak to the heart. It’s a reflection of the gardener’s vision and soul singing in concert with nature. "
Carina Lood
Learn a step-by-step process for designing a stunning garden that enhances the way you live
Build your skills and confidence as a garden designer with hands-on assignments.
Enjoy the pride and joy of a spectacular garden that you have created.
Gardening shouldn't be guesswork.
Do you have a vision of a picture-perfect garden but don’t know how to bring it to life?
You’re not alone – it’s something that plagues even the most experienced gardeners. The problem isn’t a lack of knowledge or skill but rather a lack of structure and vision. Random acts of gardening will only take you so far – you need a vision and a plan.
So say goodbye to haphazard planting and learn how to design and create a garden that is both spectacular and functional.
Let's elevate your outdoors from ordinary to extraordinary...
Create a garden design that will bring your vision to life
Every spectacular garden starts with a clear vision and plan. So, stop struggling with random acts of gardening and start designing your garden with confidence and purpose instead.
● Create a theme and layout for your garden that considers the best use of space and light for how your garden is used. ● Choose plants that thrive in your climate and soil and enhance your vision (even if you don't think you have green thumbs).● Elevate your outdoor lifestyle in a garden where you can relax, entertain, and create memories.
By following our step-by-step process, you will learn to design your garden with confidence. And create a stunning masterpiece that you'll enjoy all year round.
Hi, I'm Carina
Our gardens are unique places. Private sanctuaries where you can invite in nature's finest flora and fauna: butterflies, bees, birds, and small animals, so you can enjoy their company within your own backyard!
Designing a garden isn't just about choosing and positioning plants; it's about creating a living and breathing space that provides a spectacular outdoor experience throughout the seasons.
So there's nothing more frustrating than having a vision for your garden and not knowing how to bring it to life.
With a Masters in Landscape Architecture and over 30 years of experience, I've designed hundreds of glorious gardens for every space and style imaginable. And I can help you design yours too.
Let me show you how to infuse your garden with your passion, inspiration, and personality through my step-by-step online courses. Together, we can create an outdoor masterpiece you'll be proud to call your own.
You can design a stunning garden
Choose a course
Whether you're looking to design your garden space or the planting within it, we have a range of courses for the skills and knowledge you need.
Create your vision
Great garden design starts with a theme and vision. So, learn the step-by-step approach to bringing your vision to life with a clear plan that will guide your garden project with confidence.
Implement your design
With your garden vision in hand, putting your plan into action is easy. You'll know what you need to put in your garden and where you need to put it, so you can create a stunning space that will give you joy for years to come.
Find the course that's right for you.
Mastering Design Fundamentals
Unlock your gardening creativity with our Mastering Design Fundamentals course. Discover the essential principles of garden design. The skills and knowledge learned here will lay the foundation for creating a stunning garden that reflects your unique vision and style.
With a step-by-step approach, you'll learn the fundamentals so you can begin turning your garden dreams into reality.
Basic Drafting Skills
Got a beautiful garden design in mind but finding it hard to transform that vision into a tangible plan? It's frustrating when you can't explore your design options, visualize the final look, or avoid needless trial and error that costs time and money. In this course, you'll learn both digital and manual drafting techniques so you can turn your design ideas into a detailed garden masterplan. Imagine the satisfaction of seeing your garden take shape exactly as you envisioned it, without unnecessary effort or expenses.
How To Design a Gorgeous Garden in 7 Steps
Design your garden with purpose and style. Discover how to design a stunning garden tailored to your unique vision and theme - a garden that is beautiful and functional for ultimate pride and enjoyment.
At the end of this perfectly-paced course, you'll have the knowledge and skills to develop a master garden plan for an outdoor space you will love for years to come.
How to Design a Spectacular Planting Scheme in 6 Steps
Discover expert secrets for creating stunning color, texture, and harmony in every season, and learn how to create a beautiful all-year-round garden that reflects your unique style and preferences.
During this course, you'll consider factors such as climate, soil, and design style. You'll gain the skills to design a planting scheme that thrives and flourishes wherever you are.
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You might be wondering...
What is the difference between garden design and plant design?
Garden design involves the layout and composition of a garden, while plant design focuses specifically on the selection and arrangement of plants within a garden. Both disciplines are essential to creating a beautiful and functional garden or landscape.
What time of year should I start planting?
The best time to start planting depends on the climate and the specific plants you want to grow. In general, planting during the spring or fall when temperatures are mild, and there is adequate moisture is ideal.
However, some plants may require planting in different seasons or may need to be started indoors before being transplanted outside. It's always best to research the specific requirements of your chosen plants and for advice on the best planting times in your area.I don't know how to draw to scale - does that matter?
Being able to draw accurately and to scale is an important skill when preparing a garden master plan, elevation drawings and hand-drawn sketches to explore design alternatives. It allows you to visualise what you are trying to achieve and as well as accurately estimate material quantities and costs. You can then make adjustments to your design to fit within your project budget. This takes the guesswork out of gardening, and helps you avoid costly mistakes.
Check out my course on Basic Drafting Skills to learn how to draw accurately to scale.Do you have a money-back guarantee?
Yes! We're confident that our courses will help you build the skills and knowledge you're looking for. If, after 14 days, you feel that the course you've chosen isn't a good fit for you, you're fully protected by our 14-day no questions, no quibble, 100% money-back guarantee.
Is there a possibility of one-on-one consultations or feedback from the instructor?
One-to-one feedback isn't available right now. A new tiered offering with this benefit will be added in the future.
I don't know where to start. Which course should I choose?
We recommend that you start with Mastering Design Fundamentals. All other courses will build on the skills and knowledge that you learn here.
Are there any quizzes, assignments, or evaluations during the courses to test my progress?
Yes, each course will include 6 downloadable assignments that gradually build your knowledge and design skills
What materials or tools will I need to participate in the courses?
The materials and tools required depend on the courses that you have enrolled in, so check the requirements on the course pages when you sign up.
For all courses, you will need basic drafting supplies, e.g. trace paper, A4 (8 1/2" x 11") and/or Tabloid (11" x 17") paper, coloured pencils or markers, ink pens OR markers of various widths, OR pencils (2HB, 3HB, 4HB).How long will I have access to the course materials once I enrol?
Once you subscribe, you will have lifetime access to all courses (and any new content that we create for them). So you can revisit your classes whenever you need a refresher.
Who are these courses designed for? Are they suitable for beginners or only for intermediate or experienced gardeners?
All my courses are designed with both beginner and intermediate gardeners in mind. Advanced courses for expert gardeners are coming soon!