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The Container Design School

Online courses for container gardeners ready to grow their design skills, practical know-how, and professional confidence.

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Dig In,
Get Growing!

Whether you’re caring for a few pots at home or building your professional container gardening skills, these courses are here to help you make better decisions, learn tricks of the trade, trust your eye, and create containers with real confidence.

No more guesswork. Just beautiful, vibrant displays that transform outdoor living spaces with ease.

EXPLORE THE COURSES

Online Courses

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Container Drip Irrigation
Made Simple

For gardeners and pros who want container watering to feel less confusing and more reliable.

You’ll learn:

  • the basic parts of a container drip system

  • how to plan and install with more confidence

  • how to troubleshoot common issues

ENROLL NOW
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The Art of Planting Spring-Blooming Bulbs in Fall Containers

For gardeners who want spring pots that feel thoughtful, layered, and full of anticipation.

You’ll learn:

  • how to choose bulbs for container success

  • how to layer bulbs with seasonal plantings

  • how to plan fall containers with spring in mind

ENROLL NOW
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The Business of Container Gardening

For professionals ready to grow a more confident, sustainable container gardening business.

You’ll learn:

  • how to shape your services, pricing, and workflow

  • how to support clients through seasonal systems

  • how to build a business that feels profitable and manageable

COMING SOON

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A dark round planter with various green plants and flowers, placed on wooden decking against a wooden fence background.
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How you’ll learn

Practical lessons

Clear instruction rooted in real container gardening work, not generic garden advice.

Resources you can revisit

Course materials and lessons you can return to any time —whether you’re mid-planting, troubleshooting a drip line, or planning next season.

Encouraging guidance

A warm teaching style that helps you understand the process and trust your decisions.

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“What a fabulous course!!  I knew nothing about drip irrigation in pots and feel confident that I could install and troubleshoot a system now.  I admire you and your work so much!”

— Erica, Student of Container Drip Irrigation Made Simple

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