Home Gardening in the Caribbean

Discover the joy and practicality of growing your own food in the Caribbean! This hands-on course introduces participants to the fundamentals of home gardening, tailored specifically to the tropical climate and cultural context of the region. Whether you have a spacious backyard or a small balcony, you’ll learn how to cultivate a variety of local vegetables, herbs, and fruits using sustainable, low-cost methods.
Through interactive sessions, participants will explore soil preparation, composting, container gardening, pest management, and water conservation techniques. Special emphasis is placed on crops that thrive in Caribbean conditions — such as cassava, okra, sweet peppers, tomatoes, chive, thyme, and chadon beni — and how to integrate gardening into daily life for better nutrition, food security, and family bonding.
By the end of the course, learners will be equipped with the knowledge and confidence to start and maintain a productive home garden, contributing to healthier lifestyles and more resilient communities.