Soil Blocking Basics Workshop
June 24th 2025
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Join us for a hands-on workshop on Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 11:00 AM, held at Spencer Brook Farm in Concord, MA.
To ensure ample workspace and personalized instruction, each workshop is limited to just 7 participants. Early registration is recommended.
Learn to grow from the ground up—sustainably.
Join us for a 1.5-hour, hands-on workshop focused on the art of soil blocking: a plastic-free, regenerative approach to starting seeds. You'll learn how to create compressed, freestanding soil blocks and explore the benefits of this method over traditional seed trays.
We’ll also cover key regenerative seed-starting practices, including how to care for seedlings at home using organic amendments, natural growth boosters, and tips for optimal lighting and heating setups.
What’s Included:
12 soil blocks made during class, ready to grow at home
1 authentic Ladrooke Mini 4 Soil Blocker (yours to keep)
1 reusable metal seed tray
1 packet of certified organic seeds
Mycorrhizal seed inoculant
1 jar of organic, water-soluble calcium supplement for plant health
All materials are approved for organic gardening
Class Size & Format
To ensure individualized instruction and ample workspace, this workshop is limited to 7 participants. You’ll receive personalized guidance and have the opportunity to ask questions in a relaxed, collaborative setting.
Location: Spencer Brook Farm, Concord, MA
Date & Time: June 24, 2025, at 11:00 AM
What’s included
Introduction to Soil Blocking and Regenerative Seed Starting
Learn to start seeds without the use of plastic trays or containers by making small compressed, freestanding blocks of soils. In this 1.5-hour workshop we will discuss the benefits of using soil blocks, as well as rehearse the techniques to successfully making the blocks. We will discuss general regenerative seed starting concepts and caring for seedlings at home, including the use of natural amendments to boost the growth and health of plants as well as various home lighting and heating options.
Hands-On Learning and Take-Home Materials
Each student will leave the session with 12 seed blocks to grow out at home. Registration includes the purchase of one authentic Ladrooke Mini 4 Blocker, a metal seed tray, one packet of seeds, and a small jar of organic water soluble calcium plant supplement. All materials used are approved for organic gardening.
Class Size and Individual Instruction
In order to provide adequate work space and individual instruction, each hands-on workshop will be limited to just 7 students. This small group setting allows for personalized guidance and ensures that everyone has the opportunity to ask questions and receive feedback on their technique. It also creates a relaxed, collaborative learning environment where participants can engage more deeply with the material and each other.