Step-by-Step Biodynamic Gardening

Step-by-Step is an introduction to biodynamic gardening that has enabled many people across the UK to learn and apply biodynamic principles in their own gardens, benefiting both person and planet.

The course content is drawn from the rich Ruskin Mill Trust biodynamic training, offered for several years to staff, guests, volunteers and biodynamic trainees. It is delivered in partnership with the Biodynamic Association (BDA).

This hands-on, practical programme teaches the foundations of biodynamic growing through experiential learning, observation, and simple daily practices that can transform any growing space - home garden, community garden or allotment. Learn more here.

This course is ideal for:

• Beginners interested in biodynamic or organic gardening
• Gardeners wanting to deepen their understanding of nature and soil health
• Community growers, allotment holders and small-scale food producers
• Individuals seeking wellbeing through outdoor, nature-based activity
• Anyone curious about biodynamic practices and wanting simple, practical steps
• No prior experience is required.

Participants will learn:

• How biodynamics views the garden as a living organism
• How soil, seed and cosmic rhythms work together
• Seasonal planning, composting and care techniques
• Practical use and understanding of biodynamic preparations
• How to observe plants, weather and landscape with greater sensitivity
• How to create vitality and sustainability in your growing space

Comprising 6 × 1-day sessions, the programme runs from February to July 2027.

Programme

2027 Sessions

Session 1 Saturday 27 February – Seed Connects with Soil

Session 2 Saturday 20 March – Planning Our Garden

Session 3 Saturday 17 April – The Planet Between the Sun and Earth

Session 4 Saturday 15 May – The Biodynamic Preparations

Session 5 Saturday 12 June – Tending the Garden

Session 6 Saturday 10 July – The Garden as an Organism

All sessions include a simple lunch.

Course Leader

Nir Halfon

Total Course Cost: £180

(includes all six sessions + lunch)

This equates to £30 per day, making the course accessible and excellent value for those wishing to learn biodynamics.

Places are limited and early booking is recommended. 

After completing this course, participants often go on to:

• Further biodynamic or organic growing training
• Volunteer or work in community gardens
• Join local biodynamic associations or growing groups
• Apply biodynamic practices at home or in educational settings

For more about biodynamic work within Ruskin Mill Trust, visit: www.rmt.org